Orthopaedics
David Cohen, M.D.
Head Team Orthopaedic Surgeon, Quinnipiac University; Attending and Clinical Instructor, Yale New Haven Hospital Orthopaedic Residency Program
Dr. David B. Cohen is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine with over 25 years of clinical experience. He focuses on diagnosis and treatment of shoulder, knee, and elbow injuries across all patient populations, from youth athletes to older adults maintaining active lifestyles. Dr. Cohen is particularly skilled in arthroscopic and minimally-invasive surgical techniques for rotator cuff pathology, labral repairs, meniscal injuries, and anterior cruciate ligament recon
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery) — CAQ (Certificate of Added Qualification)
Education & Training
- Brown University Medical School (The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University) — M.D., 1997
- Hospital for Special Surgery — Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998-2002
- Hospital for Special Surgery — Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, 2002-2003
Peer Recognition
- Americas Top Orthopedists — Americas Top Orthopedists
2009-2010 (2 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- Connecticut Magazine — Top Doctor
2021-2023 (3 years)
- Healthgrades — Patients Choice Award
2009
- International Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons — Member
2010
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Yale New Haven Hospital
- Hospital for Special Surgery
- Midstate Medical Center
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Experience
25+ years in practice