Benjamin Cohen, MD
Inflammatory Bowel Disease GastroenterologyGastroenterology
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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Benjamin Cohen
Title
Co-Section Head and Clinical Director for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Biography
Dr. Cohen is a Staff Physician and Co-Section Head and Clinical Director for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. Throughout his career, Dr. Cohen has merged clinical care with participation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) clinical research. His primary research interest has been centered on the safety of biologic medications in the peri-operative period for which he led a large multi-center clinical study. Dr. Cohen has also been a site primary investigator on Phase 3 IBD pharmaceutical clinical trials and collaborative investigator initiated studies. In addition to his research interests, Dr. Cohen also has a strong commitment to IBD education. He is a member of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Professional Education Committee and a co-founder and former chair of Rising Educators Academics and Clinicians Helping IBD (REACH-IBD); a special committee within the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America for trainees and junior faculty to promote collaboration, mentorship, and career advancement. The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation recognized him for his leadership with the Rising Star award in 2018.Dr. Cohen has also been an active member of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) serving on both the Education and Training Committee and Clinical Guidelines Committee.
Dr. Cohen received his MD from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he also completed his internal medicine training. He completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of California San Diego. During his time at the University of California San Diego, Dr. Cohen also completed a Masters of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research. Dr. Cohen returned to Mount Sinai as the Present-Levison Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellow from 2011-2012.He remained on faculty at Mount Sinai as the Associate Director of IBD Education and Associate Professor of Medicine until 2020 when he joined the Cleveland Clinic.
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 2012
- Graduate School: University of California-San Diego, 2011
- Fellowship: University of California San Diego Medical Center, 2011
- Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 2008
- Internship: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 2006
- Medical Education: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 2005
- Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania, 1999
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
Additional Training
- Present-Levison Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellowship, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 2011-12
Awards
- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Rising Star Award (2018)
- New York Super Doctors Rising Star (2018-20)
Professional Memberships
Innovations & Patents
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.
As of 2025-10-29, Dr. Cohen has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Cohen receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- AbbVie, Inc.
- i3 Health
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc.
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
104 ratings, 9 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Dr Collins'' office worked well with getting my messages to Dr Cohen and interceding when I needed immediate answers. He has a special way about dealing with his patients and office staff. For that I am grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Dr Cohen is especially understanding and professional. His excellent reputation commands respect and he is always most respectful to me. I have already recommended him to several people due to his competence, and his ability to articulate your understanding and the correct approach to this complex disease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Cohen is always thorough in his prep for our discussions and asks a lot of questions about how I am feeling. He is very engaged during the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
I have been under Dr. Cohen's care since being diagnosed with Crohn's Disease. Dr. Cohen is very conscientious and on top of things. His nurse is also excellent, compassionate and very helpful. I could not ask for a better doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr Cohen is knowledgeable, respectful, patient with me. I appreciate his empathy.He makes me feel at ease and I fully trust his guidance with my wellbeing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Outstanding and compassionate medical care from Dr. Cohen as well as his fellow, Mandeepk Singh.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I appreciate Dr Cohen for his wisdom and concern. He takes the time to listen and do what's best for me. I trust him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr Cohen was very thorough and explained everything to my satisfaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Dr. Gassan Kassim, fellow in IBD working with Dr. Cohen, was outstanding. He was thorough, respectful, and very educational. Spent minimal time with Dr. Cohen but it was sufficient to move forward with additional appointments.