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Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

New York Medical College

Professional interests include: metabolism, osteoporosis, metabolic disorders, and more.

220 Washington Avenue Extension
Albany, NY 12203

(518) 489-4704

Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD is an endocrinologist in Albany, NY specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center and Albany Medical College.

Office Locations

Address:

1365 Washington Avenue Suite 300
Albany, NY 12206

Address:

220 Washington Avenue Extension
Albany, NY 12203

Some issues Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

blood draw	444
diabetes management	247
doctor visit	512
hospital care	279
inpatient care	279
lab tests	1783
preventive care	390
thyroid function tests	689

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	207

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	315
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	147
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	40
Less than 65	73

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	56
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

blood draw	116
diabetes management	73
doctor visit	555
hospital care	110
inpatient care	110
lab tests	397
minimally invasive procedures	13
neck imaging	15
preventive care	142
thyroid function tests	147
ultrasound (sonogram)	15

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	282
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	39
Less than 65	74

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	53
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

blood draw	59
doctor visit	607
minimally invasive procedures	11
neck imaging	30
ultrasound (sonogram)	30

**Gender**
Male	206
Female	348

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	488
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	254
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	56
Less than 65	142

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	52
Dementia	5
Cancer	6

doctor visit	646
minimally invasive procedures	12
neck imaging	56
ultrasound (sonogram)	56

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	197

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	271
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	29
Less than 65	67

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	51
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

doctor visit	735
minimally invasive procedures	11
musculoskeletal imaging	11
neck imaging	101
ultrasound (sonogram)	101
X-rays	11

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	225

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	302
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	28
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	44
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

doctor visit	690
minimally invasive procedures	16
neck imaging	83
ultrasound (sonogram)	83

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	291
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	29
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	48
Dementia	5
Cancer	8

doctor visit	690
minimally invasive procedures	13
neck imaging	80
ultrasound (sonogram)	80

**Gender**
Male	116
Female	217

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	296
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	33
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	44
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	743
minimally invasive procedures	11
musculoskeletal imaging	13
neck imaging	75
ultrasound (sonogram)	75
X-rays	13

**Gender**
Male	156
Female	245

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	205
From 75 to 84	113
85 and over	39
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	50
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

doctor visit	1453
musculoskeletal imaging	41
X-rays	41

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY were lab tests, thyroid function tests, preventive care and blood draw.

blood draw	206
diabetes management	160
doctor visit	736
hospital care	194
inpatient care	194
lab tests	1095
minimally invasive procedures	12
musculoskeletal imaging	21
neck imaging	62
preventive care	266
thyroid function tests	419
ultrasound (sonogram)	62
X-rays	21

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD.

**Gender**
Female	185
Male	104

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	13
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	260
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	1

**Age**
85 and over	29
75 to 84	67
Less than 65	54
65 to 74	139

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

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	39
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	7
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD graduated from New York Medical College. He completed residency at Lahey Hospital Medical Center; Burlington, MA. He is certified by the Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: New York Medical College

Residency: Lahey Hospital Medical Center; Burlington, MA

Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism American Board of Internal Medicine (2004)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical College

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$1,417 Tresiba $546	Ozempic $271	RYBELSUS $243	Norditropin $128	Victoza $50	Other $178
INSULET CORPORATION	$524 OMNIPODINSULINMANAGEMENTSYSTEM $400	Omnipod $124
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$511 FARXIGA $456	ONGLYZA $18	LOKELMA $16	$21
Abbott Laboratories	$500 FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 $243	Freestyle Libre 2 $183	FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System $53	FreeStyle Libre $21
Lilly USA, LLC	$271 MOUNJARO $130	JARDIANCE $71	GLYXAMBI $22	LYUMJEV $14	HUMULIN $13	Other $22
Other	$1,658 Synthroid $153	AFREZZA $152	Prolia $152	DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER $122	Insulin pump $91	Other $988

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,335
Consulting Fee	$400
Education	$147

Research Payments

Dr. Erik Appel Cohen, MD has received 1 research payments totaling $453.

Biography

Dr. Erik Cohen practices adult endocrinology. He has indicated that his clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid problems, and osteoporosis. He attended medical school at New York Medical College. Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Albany Medical College.