Meet Dr. Mark Cohen, MD

Dr. Mark Cohen is a board-certified neurologist and pain medicine physician and serves as an important member of the Regen Axis Health provider team. With advanced training in both neurology and interventional pain care, Dr. Cohen offers a unique clinical perspective for patients experiencing complex nerve-related pain, headache disorders, and spine conditions where the nervous system plays a central role.

Dr. Cohen is known for combining scientific rigor with compassionate, patient-centered care. His goal is to help patients not only reduce pain, but also understand why it is happening—so treatment can be targeted, evidence-informed, and built for long-term improvement.

Schedule a consultation with Regen Axis Health to meet with Dr. Cohen and explore advanced neurological and interventional options tailored to your symptoms and goals.

Board Certification and Specialized Expertise

Dr. Cohen is double board-certified in Neurology and Pain Medicine through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is also trained as a Brain Injury Specialist and brings extensive clinical experience in both neurological diagnosis and interventional pain treatment. This combination is especially valuable for patients experiencing:

  • Neuropathic pain and nerve dysfunction
  • Headache and migraine conditions
  • Complex spine-related pain with neurologic symptoms
  • Brain injury–related symptoms and pain patterns

Education and Advanced Training

Dr. Cohen began his academic path with a Bachelor of Science degree from the City University of New York in Queens. He earned his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine (Saba, Netherlands Antilles). He then completed:

  • Residency in Neurology at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine
  • Fellowship in Pain Medicine at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

This training provided him with a strong foundation in neurological assessment, complex diagnosis, and modern pain treatment strategies.

Hospital and Clinical Affiliations

Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital, where he works as a neurologist. He has also served as a consulting neurologist and interventional pain physician in both Tampa, Florida and New York City.

His background includes work in environments where rapid diagnostic accuracy and complex case management are essential—experience that translates directly to Regen Axis Health’s diagnostic-first approach.

Clinical Focus at Regen Axis Health

At Regen Axis Health, Dr. Cohen’s work is especially relevant for patients whose pain is tied to the nervous system. His care often includes evaluating complex symptoms that may not fit neatly into a single category, such as pain that overlaps between spine, nerve, and headache conditions. His clinical areas of focus include:

  • Neuropathy and nerve pain
  • Peripheral neuralgia
  • Migraine and chronic headache disorders
  • Cervicogenic headaches
  • Cluster headaches
  • Chronic tension headaches
  • Headache patterns related to sinus issues, allergies, or medication overuse
  • Neurologic symptoms associated with spine conditions

Dr. Cohen’s approach emphasizes careful evaluation and thoughtful treatment planning based on the underlying cause—not just symptom suppression.

Research and Professional Contribution

Dr. Cohen has made research contributions spanning multiple areas of neurology and acute care medicine. His work includes studies on emergent mechanical thrombectomies and the neurological manifestations of autoimmune thyroiditis. He has presented research at conferences for organizations including:

  • American Academy of Neurology
  • Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology
  • Florida Society of Neurology

His academic involvement reflects a commitment to advancing clinical knowledge and improving diagnostic and treatment strategies for complex neurological conditions.

Awards and Leadership

Dr. Cohen has earned professional recognition for clinical excellence and leadership, including:

  • The Golden Brain Award for outstanding achievement in acute stroke patient care
  • Leadership involvement on the HCA Florida Osceola Hospital Stroke Committee

These roles reflect his commitment to quality improvement, outcomes, and patient safety.

Communication, Language, and Patient Connection

Dr. Cohen speaks English and Russian fluently and has basic Spanish proficiency. His communication style is focused on clarity, education, and helping patients feel informed and supported throughout the diagnostic and treatment process.

He also serves as a volunteer ringside physician for USA Boxing, contributing his expertise to athlete safety and neurologic health.

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Why Patients Choose Dr. Cohen

Patients often seek Dr. Cohen’s care when symptoms feel complex, overlapping, or difficult to explain. His background allows him to bridge the gap between neurology and interventional pain medicine, especially when nerve function plays a major role in the condition. His care is defined by:

  • Advanced neurologic diagnostic expertise
  • Board-certified training in both neurology and pain medicine
  • A science-driven, patient-centered approach
  • A strong focus on identifying root causes
  • Experience with complex headache and neuropathic conditions

At Regen Axis Health, Dr. Cohen helps patients feel understood, properly evaluated, and guided toward care that supports long-term function.

Call Regen Axis Health today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mark Cohen and take the next step toward answers, relief, and a plan designed around your nervous system and your long-term movement goals.

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