Dr. Cohen graduated from the Andizhan State Medical Institute of Uzbekistan as one of the top 10 students in 1988. After completing his neurology residency, he worked as an attending physician and assistant professor for the neurology department until deciding to move to the U.S. During his professional career in Uzbekistan, he took several courses in invasive and noninvasive pain management. From 1999 to 2003, he underwent his neurology residency training at NSUH at Manhasset and served his last year as chief resident. He was then accepted into the fellowship program at the same hospital for "Clinical Neurophysiology and EMG," from which he graduated in 2004.
Dr. Cohen has an individualized approach to every patient encounter, with years of experience in the treatment of different headaches, facial pains, dizzinessvertigo, neck and lower-back pains, neuropathy, epilepsy and other seizure disorders, strokes, dementias and memory difficulties, multiple sclerosis, Parkinsons disease and other movement disorders, and neuromuscular disorders, among others.
He is an expert in the therapeutic use of Botox injections for the treatment of migraine headaches, muscle spasms, dystoniatorticollis, and axillary hyperhydrosis, as well as for cosmetic purposes.
He is also meticulous in the treatment of different painful conditions and successfully employs the use of a variety of injections in his practice.
His office is benefited by the availability of a wide range of diagnostic testing including, but not limited to, EMGNCS electromyography and nerve conduction studies, EEG electroencephalography, SSEP, BAER, VNG, CDTCD, etc.
Furthermore, Dr. Cohen is an expert witness for neurological injuries incurred as a result of motor vehicle accidents, personal injuries, or injuries at work. His professional appearance and participation in several court trials ensured the proper defense of injured patients, allowing them to be awarded the maximum compensation for their pain and suffering.
With over 25 years of experience in the field of clinical neurology, neurophysiology, and pain management, Dr. Igor Cohens diligence and compassion continues to earn him the trust of thousands of patients in the tristate area.
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