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Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD

(16 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: polypectomy (polyp removal), inflammatory bowel disease, diagnostic endoscopy, and more.

9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195

(216) 444-7000

Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Shaker Heights, OH specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

2977 Fontenay Road
Shaker Heights, OH 44120

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

blood draw	11
diagnostic procedures	34
gastrointestinal procedures	44
minimally invasive procedures	44
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	34

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	38
Black	27
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	13
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	50
Dementia	14
Cancer	16

blood draw	27
diagnostic procedures	109
doctor visit	124
gastrointestinal procedures	108
hospital care	47
inpatient care	47
minimally invasive procedures	108
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	109

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	65
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	87
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	14
Less than 65	84

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	48
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

blood draw	36
diagnostic procedures	91
doctor visit	116
gastrointestinal procedures	103
hospital care	73
inpatient care	73
minimally invasive procedures	103
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	91

**Gender**
Male	202
Female	240

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	222
Black	110
Hispanic	84
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	32
Less than 65	144

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	35
Dementia	15
Cancer	9

blood draw	39
diagnostic procedures	78
doctor visit	137
gastrointestinal procedures	77
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40
minimally invasive procedures	77
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	78

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	127

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	46
Hispanic	54
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	20
Less than 65	72

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	14
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	96
doctor visit	148
gastrointestinal procedures	95
hospital care	41
inpatient care	41
minimally invasive procedures	95
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	96

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	43
Hispanic	38
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	20
Less than 65	58

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	41
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	83
doctor visit	125
gastrointestinal procedures	82
hospital care	32
inpatient care	32
minimally invasive procedures	82
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	83

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	34
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	39
Dementia	16
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	81
doctor visit	107
gastrointestinal procedures	80
hospital care	49
inpatient care	49
minimally invasive procedures	80
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	81

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	97
Black	39
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	37
85 and over	14
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	38
Dementia	16
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	73
gastrointestinal procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	74
Black	21
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	29
Dementia	12
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	162
gastrointestinal procedures	48
hospital care	70
inpatient care	70
minimally invasive procedures	48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	49

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Shaker Heights, OH were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

blood draw	28
diagnostic procedures	71
doctor visit	126
gastrointestinal procedures	73
hospital care	50
inpatient care	50
minimally invasive procedures	73
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	71

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	32
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	86
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	33
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	11
Less than 65	50
65 to 74	72

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	10
Dementia	11

Education & Training

He completed residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and has a state license in New York.

Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (2008)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars based on 16 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Shaker Heights, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$25,501 Humira $10,313	Skyrizi $10,157	Rinvoq $270	Creon $27	LINZESS $3	Other $4,731
AbbVie, Inc.	$20,390 Humira $12,562	Lupron $6,410	Viekira $23	$1,396
Pfizer Inc.	$6,217 XELJANZ $2,597	VELSIPITY $20	$3,600
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$5,851 STELARA $5,851
Celgene Corporation	$3,492 ZEPOSIA $3,492
Other	$10,109 CLENPIQ $2,257	ENTYVIO $267	AMJEVITA $40	XIFAXAN $35	DUPIXENT $25	Other $7,485

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$35,115
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$26,160
Food and Beverage	$6,263
Travel and Lodging	$4,005
Education	$19

Research Payments

Dr. Benjamin Lee Cohen, MD has received 104 research payments totaling $1,787,687.

Biography

Dr. Benjamin Cohen's medical specialty is adult gastroenterology. On average, patients gave him a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Cohen include esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), cancer screening, and polypectomy (polyp removal). For his professional training, Dr. Cohen completed a residency program at a hospital affiliated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.