Dr. Paul Cohen is a fellowship-trained Clinical Neuropsychologist and Concussion Specialist at OrthoNC. Dr. Cohen completed an APA-accredited internship at Tulane University School of Medicine. He then completed a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Sports Medicine Concussion Program.
Dr. Paul Cohen is a fellowship-trained Clinical Neuropsychologist and Concussion Specialist at OrthoNC. Dr. Cohen completed an APA-accredited internship at Tulane University School of Medicine. He then completed a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Sports Medicine Concussion Program.
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I finally found a doctor who listened to me and administered the proper testing and treatment for me.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very knowledgeable however, at times, seems impatient-interrupts the patient's explanation to get response (wants you to get to the point).
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent and very through!
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Dr cohen is really good very thorough
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very knowledgeable- and great at explaining with detail. He has an excellent team in the office as well- highly recommend
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Dr.Cohen is very professional and patient oriented. He listens to patient’s concerns and provides a good explanation with treatment plans.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Thanks for listening and caring for me
(2 months ago)
Apr-2026
He told me I seem type A and my concussion symptoms are likely anxiety. He did refer me to a very helpful vision. Therapist who is actually going to help me get better. His bedside manner could use a lot of work. Someone who has a brain injury does not need to be made to feel like they are making anything up. Even if he personally thinks that, he should keep it to himself. I will be making follow up appointments elsewhere.
(3 months ago)
Apr-2026
Thorough, respectful, helpful, and professional. Thank you!
(3 months ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Cohen was very professional and informative about my diagnosis and treatment. I felt that Dr. Cohen was sincere in addressing my medical condition and treatment plan moving forward.
Dr. Paul Cohen is a fellowship-trained Clinical Neuropsychologist and Concussion Specialist at OrthoNC.
Dr. Cohen is a native North Carolinian, born and raised in the Tar Heel State. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill, where he was a member of the Varsity Cheerleading team. After graduation, Dr. Cohen received a Master’s degree in Experimental Psychology from Georgia Southern University. Realizing he wanted to pursue a clinical career, Dr. Cohen earned another Master’s degree and a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland. It was during graduate school that Dr. Cohen began to focus on Neuropsychology. With an interest in sports medicine as well as brain functioning, concussion management was a natural fit, perfectly melding two of Dr. Cohen’s passions- sports and the brain.
Dr. Cohen completed an APA-accredited internship at Tulane University School of Medicine. He then completed a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Training directly with field leaders and the creators of ImPACT, Dr. Cohen was part of the concussion management team for the Pitt Panthers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Dr. Cohen believes that concussion is a treatable injury, and has a passion for helping patients of all ages recover from concussions. Throughout his career, he has managed over 4,000 patients with concussions, ranging from Workers’ Comp injuries to MVC, and from youth athletes to NFL All-Stars and Olympians. Dr. Cohen enjoys learning about each patient as a whole person, and helping everyone get back to the activities they enjoy as quickly- and as safely- as possible.
Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Cohen is very involved in furthering the practice of concussion management. He has been an invited speaker to a variety of audiences on the topic of concussion, and has published research in multiple peer-reviewed journals and textbooks. Dr. Cohen is very involved in Sports Neuropsychology Society (SNS) having held multiple leadership positions for the international organization.
After living and training all over the country, Dr. Cohen is thrilled to be settled back in North Carolina with his family, and enjoys watching sports, running marathons, and being outdoors.
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I finally found a doctor who listened to me and administered the proper testing and treatment for me.
Very knowledgeable however, at times, seems impatient-interrupts the patient's explanation to get response (wants you to get to the point).
Excellent and very through!
Dr cohen is really good very thorough
Very knowledgeable- and great at explaining with detail. He has an excellent team in the office as well- highly recommend
Dr.Cohen is very professional and patient oriented. He listens to patient’s concerns and provides a good explanation with treatment plans.
Thanks for listening and caring for me
He told me I seem type A and my concussion symptoms are likely anxiety. He did refer me to a very helpful vision. Therapist who is actually going to help me get better. His bedside manner could use a lot of work. Someone who has a brain injury does not need to be made to feel like they are making anything up. Even if he personally thinks that, he should keep it to himself. I will be making follow up appointments elsewhere.
Thorough, respectful, helpful, and professional. Thank you!
Dr. Cohen was very professional and informative about my diagnosis and treatment. I felt that Dr. Cohen was sincere in addressing my medical condition and treatment plan moving forward.