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Dr. Nathaniel Cohen, MD

Dr. Nathaniel Cohen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Nathaniel Cohen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Los Gatos, CA. Dr. Cohen has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 72 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (72 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
340 Dardanelli Ln
Los Gatos, CA 95032

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Good Samaritan Hospital

Locations

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine340 Dardanelli Ln Los Gatos, CA 95032
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Cohen specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Cohen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cohen

4.7
72 ratings, 56 with a written review
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Felt and looked like I had surgery at Costco
The anesthesiologist Dr. Feng was a nightmare. Dr. Cohen's staff was snooty & incompetent ergo on up the line.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Buh Bai – Feb 17, 2024
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Call treatment with friendly and professional
Dr. Cohen’s treatment very satisfied which has kindly and professional
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Youn – Nov 15, 2023
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Great experience! Very knowledgeable and caring doctor and the entire team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 14, 2023
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AC Joint repair
Dr. Cohen was very knowledgeable regarding the injury to my AC Joint and went into detail on the method in which it could be reconstructed to enable the proper function of the shoulder.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 21, 2023
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Outstanding Surgeon
Dr Cohen is one of the best doctors I’ve ever been around. He is truly an expert and did an outstanding ACL surgery using my own hamstring graft. Strongly recommend seeing him, and he’s also a great person too so it really is a win win!P.S- His assistants and front office are great, and there’s an awesome PT spot nearby called Golden State Ortho Physical Therapy. All in all, 10/10 experience!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Neal Gulati – Sep 21, 2023
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Very Positive
Excellent. Made me feel so very comfortable. Was truly interested in what I had to say. I am already impressed and ready to work with Doctor Cohen
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Melissa Krull – Sep 19, 2023
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My first visit
Just moved to the area and that is my first visit with Dr. Cohen was a great experience. He made me feel comfortable right from the start and took the time to thoroughly address my health concerns. I appreciate his professionalism and friendly demeanor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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BK – Sep 18, 2023
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It was a follow up appointment to see how I am doing after starting physical therapy and after receiving a Cortisone Shot. I feel that I have better range of motion at this time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2023
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Very good explained the results from my MRI
He explained the MRI and told me my options. I was concerned about the surgery but he stated my case has good chance successful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 28, 2023
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Professional and personable doctor.
Dr. Cohen listened carefully to my issues and quickly established a course of treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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TankerDave – Jun 10, 2023
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First Visit
Was met by a very friendly staff that took notes on my condition and reported them to Dr. Cohen. Dr. Cohen then listened to all my concerns and answered my many questions. From there a game plan was put in place for my treatment and recovery; I feel better already.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Denise McKevitt – Jun 08, 2023
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I would highly recommend Dr. Cohen.
He explained my condition and diagnosis and gave me lots of options of care. He didn’t just jump to surgery, he took a more reserved approach of non-surgical interventions first. I really appreciate that.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 08, 2023
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New shoulder doc
Courteous and informative. Devised care plan based on patient’s timeline.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jun 03, 2023
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I like & I trust Dr. Cohen & the entire staff.
The extra time everyone took to ensure I understood & that all my questions were answered.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Lollie Angotti – Jun 03, 2023
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Patient receiving cortisone injection for injury
Visit was unscheduled… Dr Cohen fit me in as I was in pain. He is unique in his manner of caring and excellent experience. He takes time with his patients to carefully listen to physical issues and thoroughly apply appropriate treatment. I consider Dr. Cohen one of the best orthopedic doctors in the South Bay.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2023
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Fixed what others couldn't
Great surgeon, fixed what others couldn't
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mitch Gregory – Mar 08, 2023
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Knowledgeable
Fast, thorough quality care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Craig Niemeyer – Jan 19, 2023
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Dr Cohen
Dr. Cohen is very personable and a good listener. I felt he worked with me to find d the best solution.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Cohen – Dec 01, 2022
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Man of few words
We did not see Dr Cohen on this visit, but his staff took care of us ably and efficiently. In 2 visits, we have heard Dr. Cohen say only about 25 words yet we have been well-treated.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Rich Pickard for Carol Pickard – Nov 29, 2022
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Excellent Doctor and office.
Always pleasant front office staff and knowledgeable assistants.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2022
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care philosophy

When Dr. Cohen is not seeing patients at Northern California Orthopedic Specialists, developing new medical devices, or on the sidelines at a football game, he enjoys spending his free time with his kids, playing golf, hiking, and sea kayaking. He also enjoys geocaching and photography.

biography

Dr. Nathaniel Philip Cohen MD has 16 years of experience and practices in Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Surgery, Sports Medicine, Hematology & Oncology, and Medical Oncology.Dr. Nathaniel Cohen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializing...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Columbia University - Presbyterian Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Columbia University - Presbyterian Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Columbia University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Hospital

    2425 Samaritan Dr
    San Jose, CA 95124
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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