Innovative Surgeon Combines Expertise with Compassionate Care in Breast Reconstruction and Aesthetic Surgery
(Isstories Editorial):- New York City, New York Mar 17, 2025 (Issuewire.com) – Leslie E. Cohen, a prominent figure in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery, continues to make significant strides in patient care and surgical advancements. An expert in her field, she combines her extensive training and expertise with a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of her patients.
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Graduating as a Presidential Scholar from Stanford in 2006, she earned her medical degree from Mount Sinai Medical School in 2010. She completed her residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Weill Cornell/Columbia University, where she was honored with the prestigious Dicran Goulian Award for Academic Excellence in Plastic Surgery. Following her residency, she further honed her skills through a fellowship in microsurgery specializing in oncologic and traumatic defect reconstruction at NYU Langone Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Dr. Cohen’s clinical expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of procedures, including microsurgical perforator flaps, implant-based breast reconstruction following cancer treatment, and complex reconstructions for both adults and children. With a focus on achieving natural-looking results, she employs the most advanced surgical techniques available, ensuring her patients receive the highest standard of care.
In her current role as Co-Director of Breast Reconstruction at Weill Cornell, Dr. Cohen is also the associate program director of the plastic surgery residency program, where she mentors the next generation of surgeons. Known for her dedication to enhancing patient quality of life, she has transformed the journeys of many, including Khelani Cain and Joelle Obsatz, whose stories highlight the profound impact of her surgical interventions.
Beyond her professional achievements, she is passionate about giving back to underserved communities. She has participated in numerous surgical missions worldwide, providing reconstructive care in locations such as Angkor Children’s Hospital in Cambodia, El Salvador, and rural Belize.
In her personal life, Dr. Cohen enjoys live music, cooking, hiking, and cherishing time with her husband and two children. Her multifaceted career reflects a commitment not only to surgical excellence but also to humanitarian efforts that resonate deeply within the communities she serves.
Learn More about Dr. Leslie E. Cohen:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/83809834-Leslie-Cohen-Plastic-Surgeon or through NewYork-Presbyterian, https://doctors.nyp.org/leslie-e-cohen-md-facs/plastic-&-reconstructive-surgery
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