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Aaron Cohen-Gadol, MD, Neurosurgery, Los Angeles, CA

Aaron A Cohen-Gadol MD , MSc, MBA

Brain & Spinal Tumor, Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery, Pituitary Surgery, Skull Base


ATLAS Institute at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, founder, Atlas Meditech and Neurosurgical Atlas

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  • 8631 W 3rd St# 815ELos Angeles, CA 90048

  • Phone+1 323-626-1312

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Summary

  • Dr. Aaron Cohen-Gadol (Cohen) has been recognized internationally for his extensive experience with surgeries of complex brain tumors, pituitary and skull base tumors, aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Cohen is the president and the founder of Atlas Meditech and the Neurosurgical Atlas (Atlas). He is also the president of the ATLAS Institute of Brain & Spine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He is the recipient of the Vilhelm Magnus medal, referred to as the "Nobel prize in neurosurgery," from the Scandinavian Neurosurgical Association, for his innovative and pioneering efforts in advancing neurosurgical techniques and outcomes worldwide.

    The Neurosurgical Atlas reflects the surgical experience of Dr. Cohen with more than 7500 complex brain operations over 16 years. Since its start in 2016, the Atlas has served over 70,000 national and international neurosurgeons/trainees and an average of 3,000 viewers per day. The Atlas is the most trusted, respected and comprehensive educational resource for introduction of complex brain operations in the world. The Atlas is also considered the Bible of Neurosurgery and many countries depend on the Atlas for the care of their patients.

Education & Training

  • Kelley School of Business
    Kelley School of BusinessMBA, Business of Medicine, 2016 - 2018
  • Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester)
    Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester)Residency, Neurological Surgery, 1999 - 2005
  • University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
    University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1997 - 1998
  • Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
    Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern CaliforniaClass of 1997

Certifications & Licensure

  • UT State Medical License
    UT State Medical License 2026 - 2028
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2006 - 2027
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1999 - 2026
  • AR State Medical License
    AR State Medical License 2005 - 2010
  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 2000 - 2005
  • Neurological Surgery
    American Board of Neurological Surgery Neurological Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Vilhelm Magnus Medal (Highest honor is neurosurgery) Scandinavian Neurosurgical Societies, 2022
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR, NextGen Healthcare, 2013-2015, 2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR, NextGen Healthcare, 2013-2015, 2017

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Introduction of a New Interactive Paradigm to Define the Next Generation of Visualization in Neurosurgical Anatomy  
    Benjamin K Hendricks, Aaron A Cohen-Gadol, Operative Neurosurgery

Authored Content

  • Canine (Pet Dog) Tumor Microsurgery and Intratumoral Concentration and Safety of Metronomic Chlorambucil for Spontaneous Glioma: A Phase I Clinical TrialMay 2018
  • In Vivo Microscopy in Neurosurgical OncologyApril 2018
  • Acridine Orange as a Novel Photosensitizer for Photodynamic Therapy in GlioblastomaApril 2018

Press Mentions

  • Neurosurgeon Dr. Aaron Cohen-Gadol Launches ATLAS Institute of Brain & Spine in Los Angeles
    Neurosurgeon Dr. Aaron Cohen-Gadol Launches ATLAS Institute of Brain & Spine in Los AngelesDecember 4th, 2025
  • Digital Art in Neurosurgery: The Use of Surgical Videos in Creating an Engaged Learner
    Digital Art in Neurosurgery: The Use of Surgical Videos in Creating an Engaged LearnerApril 29th, 2022
  • NREF Awards 2021 Medical Student Summer Research Fellowships
    NREF Awards 2021 Medical Student Summer Research FellowshipsJune 22nd, 2021

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