About
Dr. James Cocco completed an eight-year honors pre-med and medical program at Virginia Commonwealth University and the Medical College of Virginia. S. D. from the Medical College of Virginia in 2000. He completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa from 2000 to 2004, training at Tampa General Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center, the James A. Haley VA Hospital, and All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg.
Dr. Cocco holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. After residency, he joined First Physicians Group in Sarasota and practiced Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in the Lakewood Ranch area for nearly 12 years. He joined LernerCohen Healthcare in 2016. Dr. Cocco maintains active membership on the Sarasota Memorial Hospital medical staff. He believes in building a genuine bond with each patient. His experience spans adolescent, adult, and geriatric medicine, which enables him to serve multiple generations within the same family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Virginia Commonwealth University, B.S. Biology, cum laude with full university honors
Medical School
Medical College of Virginia, M.D. 2000
Residency
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, University of South Florida, Tampa, 2000-2004
Certifications
Who is Dr. Cocco right for?
Dr. Cocco is a strong fit for families who want one physician to care for members across multiple generations. He sees patients from adolescence through older adulthood, making him well suited for households with teenagers, adults, and aging parents. Patients who value a physician focused on genuine personal relationships will connect well with his approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cocco cares for patients from adolescence through older adulthood. His dual board certifications in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics allow him to serve multiple generations within the same family.
Yes. Dr. Cocco holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Cocco completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa from 2000 to 2004. His training included rotations at Tampa General Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center, the James A. Haley VA Hospital, and All Children's Hospital.
Dr. Cocco practiced Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in the Lakewood Ranch area for nearly 12 years before joining LernerCohen Healthcare in 2016. He has maintained ties to the Sarasota medical community throughout his career.
Dr. Cocco places a strong emphasis on building a genuine personal bond with each patient. He believes that trust and familiarity are central to delivering effective, long-term care.
Yes. Dr. Cocco maintains active membership on the Sarasota Memorial Hospital medical staff, allowing him to continue care for his patients across care settings.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026