About
Dr. Louis M. Cohen grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and earned his undergraduate degree in microbiology with honors from Cornell University. He graduated from the State University of New York Medical School at Syracuse in 1982 and completed his Internal Medicine residency at UMDNJ Rutgers University in 1985, with additional training at Princeton Hospital.
Dr. Cohen built a distinguished research record in Sarasota, serving as lead investigator in more than 100 research programs at Clinical Studies from 1992 to 2001. That work sharpened his focus on cholesterol disorders and osteoporosis. He trained under Dr. Antonio Gotto at Baylor University in one of the country's first lipid disorders programs. He holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, and earned certification in osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment from the International Society of Clinical Densitometry in 2001. Dr. Cohen also served as a founding member of Intercoastal Medical Group and as Chief of Internal Medicine at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He co-founded LernerCohen Healthcare in 2005.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Cornell University, Microbiology (with honors)
Medical School
State University of New York Medical School at Syracuse, M.D. 1982
Residency
Internal Medicine, UMDNJ Rutgers University / Princeton Hospital, completed 1985
Additional Training
Training under Dr. Antonio Gotto at Baylor University lipid disorders program; Certification in osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment, International Society of Clinical Densitometry, 2001
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cohen right for?
Dr. Cohen is well suited for patients with complex lipid disorders, osteoporosis, or geriatric health needs. Adults managing multiple chronic conditions benefit from his research background and dual board certifications in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. Older patients who want a physician with deep expertise in aging-related conditions will find his experience particularly relevant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cohen focuses on cholesterol disorders, osteoporosis, geriatric medicine, and preventive care. His research background and specialized training make him particularly effective with patients managing complex lipid or bone health conditions.
Yes. Dr. Cohen holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. He earned his Geriatric Medicine certification in 1992.
Dr. Cohen trained under Dr. Antonio Gotto at Baylor University in one of the country's first lipid disorders programs. He also led more than 100 clinical research programs in Sarasota from 1992 to 2001, with a significant focus on cholesterol disorders.
Yes. Dr. Cohen earned certification in osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment from the International Society of Clinical Densitometry in 2001. He developed this expertise through both clinical research and specialized training.
D. from the State University of New York Medical School at Syracuse in 1982. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at UMDNJ Rutgers University in 1985.
Dr. Cohen served as Chief of Internal Medicine at Sarasota Memorial Hospital and as a founding member of Intercoastal Medical Group. He also served on the Board of Directors of both Intercoastal Medical Group and Doctors Hospital.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026