Michael Cohen, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity, Orthopaedics

4.5
204 Ratings
Practices In: Joliet
Patients Seen: All Ages

My goal is to restore func­tion through evi­dence-based treat­ment using the least inva­sive meth­ods indicated.

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Languages
English
Awards & Accolades
Chicago Magazine, Top Doctors 2022
Chicago Magazine, Top Docs for Fitness Junkies 2020
Chicago Magazine, Top Doctors, Hand and Orthopaedic Surgery 2018
Top Doctors, Hand Surgery, West Suburban Living 2017
Clinical Interests

Hand, wrist, elbow and shoul­der con­di­tions and injuries. 

Personal Interests

Trav­el, Bik­ing, Photography

Memberships
American Academy of Orthoapedic Surgery American Society for Surgery of the Hand
AMITA Health Presence Saint Joseph Hospital, Joliet
333 Madison Street Joliet, Illinois 60435 815-725-7133 Get Directions
School
University of Chicago Graduation Date: 1990 Degree: MD
Residency
Loyola University Medical Center Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
University of Chicago Hand and Upper Extremity

Procedures

Arthroscopic Labral Repair, Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction, Arthroscopy of the Elbow, Arthroscopy of the Wrist, Elbow and Shoulder, Bankart Repair, Carpal Tunnel Surgery, Cortisone Injection, Cubital Tunnel Surgery, Elbow Fracture Care, Endoscopic Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery, Fracture Care - Hands, Fracture Care - Wrists, Hand Fracture Care, Joint Injection, Labral Repair, Non-Surgical Fracture Care, Non-Surgical Treatment of Fractures, Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Arthroscopy, Shoulder Instability Treatment, Subacromial Decompression, Tendon Repair & Reconstruction, Thumb/Wrist Reconstructive Procedures for Arthritis, Wrist Arthroscopy, Wrist Fracture Care

Conditions

Arthritis of the Hand, Wrist and Elbow, Arthritis of the Thumb, Arthritis of the Thumb Base, Basal Joint Osteoarthritis, Boxer's Fracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Colles Fracture, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Cysts & Tumors, De Quervain Tenosynovitis, Digital Mucous Cysts, Distal Radius Fracture, Dupuytren's Disease, Elbow, Elbow Tunnel Syndrome, Finger Fractures, Fingers, Flexor Tendon Injuries, Forearm, Frozen Shoulder, Ganglion Cysts and Tumors, Golfer's Elbow, Hand, Hand Osteoarthritis, Kienbock Disease, Nerve Injuries, Shoulder, Shoulder Bursitis, Sprains, Strains, Tendonitis, Tennis Elbow, Trigger Finger, Upper Arm, Wrist, Wrist Tendonitis

Ratings


Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.5
204 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.5
204 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.5
202 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.5
202 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.5
203 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.4
203 Ratings

Comments


Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Dr. Cohen is very approachable, helpful and thorough."
4
Dec. 14, 2022
"I had never met this doctor before/ He was very friendly and listened to my story...also consulted with other doctors there in respect to my unusual situation."
4.5
Dec. 9, 2022
"Dr. informed me of my options & what he felt was best route of care."
5
Nov. 29, 2022
"Dr Cohen was great I've been struggling with Rt elbow lower arm pain for months within 20 mins my pain was almost gone by the next day I felt 100% awesome pt care"
5
Nov. 28, 2022
"Dr. is excellent."
4
Nov. 20, 2022
"Excellent always displays a genuine concern for my health , takes the time to listen and provide excellent feedback"
5
Nov. 7, 2022
"Dr. Cohen has a wonderful sense of humor and did a marvelous job explaining options to me. I was totally confident in his expertise."
5
Oct. 31, 2022
"Dr. Cohen gave phenomenonal instructions on my care"
4.75
Oct. 13, 2022
"Left the choice up to me. Try the shot or have surgery. At this point I chose the shot."
3.75
Sep. 8, 2022
"Dr Cohen did my Left hand surgery in 2017. I had a very good experience, and wanted to return to him because I had such a good outcome."
5
Sep. 1, 2022
"I have highly recommended Dr. Cohen to people when discussing my condition and the care I've received. I feel as if Dr. Cohen listens to my concerns, involves me in the decision process, and works with me in a collaborative manner to achieve the best outcome for my situation."
5
Aug. 11, 2022
"Dr Cohen excels."
5
Aug. 4, 2022
"Dr. Cohen is an excellent Orthopedic Physician/Surgeon. He is extremely knowledgeable and concise but always takes the time to explain your Illness and treatment options available. I have had surgeries in the past by Dr. Cohen all with excellent results. I always refer my family and friends to him. As far as staff I never wail to be seen, pretty much as soon as I sit down In the waiting room I'm called into the office and am seen Immediately."
5
Jul. 21, 2022
"Excellent!"
5
Jul. 13, 2022
"Dr Cohen was informative & addressed my concerns quickly"
5
Jun. 27, 2022
"Good"
5
Jun. 23, 2022
"Wrote a dr. note clearing my son to continue _____ with cast for broken fingers. I was very pleased as dr. was very understanding."
5
Jun. 17, 2022
"Both nurse and doctor gave explanations that I could understand."
4.75
May. 27, 2022
"Staff is a well-oiled machine - but with friendliness and genuine concern instead of cogs and wheels."
5
May. 20, 2022
"Dr Cohen always finds out the problem with ease. Very Professional"
4.75
May. 20, 2022
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