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Wayne Cohen-Levy, MD

Wayne Cohen-Levy, MD

(4.9) , 74 Reviews
  • Specialty: Orthopedic Adult Reconstructive Surgery
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  • Primary Location: 730 Som Center Rd (9 mi.)
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  • Languages Spoken: English, Hebrew, Spanish

Office Locations

UH Mayfield Health Center Orthopedics (9 mi.)

730 Som Center Rd
Ste 130
Mayfield, OH 44143
216-844-7200

UH Ahuja Medical Center (5 mi.)

1000 Auburn Dr
Ste 210
Beachwood, OH 44122
216-844-7200

BEA Medical Center (6 mi.)

25501 Chagrin Blvd
Ste 200
Beachwood, OH 44122
216-844-2273

DO 730 SOM Center (9 mi.)

730 Som Center Rd
Ste 170
Mayfield, OH 44143
216-844-7200

Biography: Wayne Cohen-Levy, MD

Expertise

  • Arthritis of the Hip and Knee
  • Fractures of the Hip and Knee
  • Infections of the Hip and Knee
  • Primary Hip and Knee Replacement
  • Revision Hip and Knee Replacement
  • Robotic Total Joint Replacement
  • Unicompartmental Knee Replacements

Titles

  • Assistant Professor, CWRU School of Medicine

Certifications & Memberships

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education

Fellowship | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics
Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics - Massachusetts General Hospital (2020 - 2021)

Residency | Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery - Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System (2015 - 2020)

Medical Education
Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University (2015)

Other Education
University Of Florida (2011)

Undergraduate
University Of Florida (2010)

About

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Wayne Cohen-Levy, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopedic joint reconstruction surgeon at University Hospitals and an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He specializes in caring for people with arthritis of the hip and knee and is committed to providing each patient with an individualized care plan designed to alleviate pain and improve function.

Dr. Cohen-Levy’s expertise lies with performing hip and knee replacements and revising those that have failed. He is committed to advancing the field of joint replacement surgery to help his patients live active lives and resume their hobbies. Dr. Cohen-Levy employs the latest in rapid recovery and outpatient pathways, utilizing minimally invasive surgical principles and, in select patients, new robotic assistance technology. Dr. Cohen-Levy is a staunch believer in planning and prevention to minimize the the stress and unpredictable nature of surgery.

After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Florida, Dr. Cohen-Levy remained at the University to earn a Master of Science in Management. He then attended medical school at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York, where he was elected to the Gold Humanism Honor Society. Dr. Cohen-Levy went on to complete an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he served as the academic chief resident. Most recently, he completed additional subspecialty training at Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard University in the field of hip and knee reconstruction.

Outside of work, Dr. Cohen-Levy appreciates spending time with his family, playing basketball, spinning and watching sports, particularly the Cleveland Browns. He dedicates time to educating the orthopaedic residents at University Hospitals and conducting clinical and biomechanical research in the field of orthopedics.


Associations

  • American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Ohio Orthopaedic Society

Patient Experience Reviews

4.9 out of 5
- based on 260 Ratings
(5)
3/1/2024

*** He was very busy and when he did see me he was very apologetic for having me wait so long and I truly understand I love my whole team very much

(5)
3/1/2024

Dr Cohen is very professional, knowledgeable, listens and knows his stuff I recommend him to anyone

(5)
3/1/2024

Love the doc. ***

(5)
3/1/2024

Great experience with provider he listened to everything very carefully and with total interest. Very impressive nice doctor.

(5)
3/1/2024

Excellent Service!!!

(5)
2/1/2024

The doctor and staff were great ***

(5)
2/1/2024

The doctor was very informative and very nice- very apologetic for running late.

(5)
2/1/2024

Dr. Cohen-Levy is an exceptional physician. His level of care and concern for me as both a person and the condition I saw him for was impeccable. I highly recommend this physician for his specialty. ***

(5)
2/1/2024

Everything and everyone was great!!Wonderful experience even if it was surgery

(5)
1/1/2024

This was like my first major major surgery I've ever had since the childbirths from a long time ago, so I was nervous. All my visits, conversations, Interactions, and surgery that were performed by Dr. Cohen-Levy were awesome. Along with ***, Nurse Coordinator RN, she was amazing. Those two as a team are a match made in heaven. They made me feel like I've been their patient for a while and we really just met not too long ago. Those two really love and care about their patients and work. Everything turned out great. This was an good experience I"ll never forget this and I will recommend Dr. Cohen-Levy and *** RN to anyone who needs a *** surgery Thank You

(5)
1/1/2024

My overall experience was amazing. Dr Cohen-Levy and his team were insightful, empathetic, compassionate and supportive. I knew I was in good hands. Thank you for your care and expertise

(5)
1/1/2024

Overall, excellent experience !!!!

(5)
12/1/2023

Provider was excellent. ***

(5)
12/1/2023

My experience with Dr. Cohen-Levy and his support team was excellent. He continues to be up to speed concerning my health conditions. He listens and provides immediate summary of my visit and health condition.

(5)
12/1/2023

Very good

(5)
12/1/2023

Dr, Cohen-Levy is very kind, gentle and knowledgeable.

(5)
12/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy is the best!

(5)
12/1/2023

Excellent Care

(5)
11/1/2023

It was very busy when I was there.

(5)
11/1/2023

Dr Cohen-Levy is the absolute best doctor/surgeon I've ever seen! His skill set is top notch! But his care for me as a person is unmatched! He is kind, personable and compassionate. There is no other like him and I am blessed to be in his care

(5)
11/1/2023

I absolutely love my whole team

(5)
11/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy was a wonderful provider - he showed kindness, compassion and sympathy for how much my hip affected my lifestyle prior to surgery and shared happiness with me after when I was feeling so much better. Would recommend him and/or go back to him if I needed the other hip replaced in the future.

(5)
11/1/2023

Dr. Wayne Cohen-Lervy is fantastic

(5)
10/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy is the best!

(5)
10/1/2023

Extremely happy with my physician and his care. He eliminated the pain in my knee with a steroid shot.

(5)
10/1/2023

I am so grateful to have Dr. Cohen-Levy as an addition to my providers. I walked out of the office feeling very positive about my next steps.

(5)
10/1/2023

Dr Cohen Levy is one of the most knowledgeable and caring providers that I've had the pleasure to meet and have care for me.

(5)
10/1/2023

I was taking a really good care of. Everyone that works for the office was very helpful. They attended to all my needs which I am very thankful for keep up the good work and God bless you all.

(5)
10/1/2023

*** The doctor was very thorough and knowledgeable. ***

(5)
10/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy is wonderful. Very kind and knowledgeable. I'm very glad I was referred to him.

(5)
10/1/2023

Great experience would highly recommend all of the providers and their staff to family and friends

(5)
9/1/2023

Very good experience

(5)
9/1/2023

This is a huge practice and I was a little overwhelmed upon arrival. I was thrilled that X-rays were included in the visit rather than having to come back for those and then another appointment to see the doctor. It all went smoothly, pleasantly and quickly and I will hopefully be able to continue seeing Dr. Cohen-levy.

(5)
9/1/2023

Very good doctor, explained everything very well

(5)
9/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy recommended that I see one of his colleagues who deals with arthroscopic surgery. He contacted the colleagues office to have them schedule an appointment for me.

(5)
9/1/2023

I was fortunate to have Dr. Cohen-Levy as my surgeon.

(5)
9/1/2023

All services met or exceeded expectations.

(5)
9/1/2023

Best doc I've had. He explains things clearly and is a great listener. Dr Cohen-Levy is also kind which means a lot to me as a patient.

(5)
8/2/2023

Caring and listened and answered my questions. Felt very comfortable with him.

(5)
8/1/2023

I really like Dr. Cohen-Levy. My husband has been a patient since Jan. 2023 dealing with a infection in a joint replacement and reconstruction of his knee. Dr. Cohen-Levy has the best bedside manor I have found In the UH staff. He spends time and really care's for his patients. I chose to see him for this reason.

(5)
8/1/2023

The Dr. Was very positive and made me feel confident about my surgery. He answered all my questions.

(5)
8/1/2023

Very pleased with Dr. Wayne Cohen-Levy and the UH staff.

(5)
8/1/2023

Excellent Dr!!!!! And the Team

(5)
8/1/2023

Dr. Cohen's care was excellent !!!

(5)
7/1/2023

Dr Wayne Cohen-Levy is the best doctor I've ever had. He's also the nicest. He is always attentive, listens to my concerns and explains everything. He's also an excellent surgeon. Despite having a very damaged knee, which he replaced, I sailed through my post-surgery recovery because the surgical procedure he performed was that good.

(5)
7/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy and I always have a good discussion about my care during the visit and the clerks are always great during my appointments!!! Much appreciated!!!

(5)
7/1/2023

The Dr was wonderful, ***

(5)
7/1/2023

Everyone from front desk to nurse to the Dr in Dr Cohen Levey's office are great. My *** mother in law sees Dr Levy also and I saw how much she liked him and put her trust in him. I couldn't be happier with Dr Levy and his staff, I am going to continue to see Dr Levy even though he is moving his office alittle further away his care and expertise is well worth it. Dr Cohen Levy and his staff are awesome and I would not hesitate to recommend them!!

(5)
7/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy is a God given gift to his patients and professional colleagues.

(5)
7/1/2023

The best experience I have had with a physician for a long time

(5)
7/1/2023

I had a very good experience and all my concerns were answered with a plan for treatment for my knee.

(5)
6/1/2023

*** Dr Levy is a awesome surgeon who cares for his patient and loves what he does

(5)
6/1/2023

Regarding one of the questions the Dr explained the X-ray and what he learned not the tech. Please change that question as the response answers don't reflect that possibility

(5)
6/1/2023

My visit with Dr. Cohen-Levy was an excellent experience for me as I continue to recover from a total knee replacement done by him. His caring and attentive response to my questions was excellent. I trust his evaluation of my health and continuing recovery.

(5)
6/1/2023

I was new to this doctor and was very pleased

(5)
6/1/2023

Dr Cohen Levy is the most caring doctor I've ever had. ***

(5)
6/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy always asks how I am doing. Always explains what is happening and what the plan of care is.

(5)
6/1/2023

Always treated very well by Dr. Cohen-Levy and his staff. Having second hip replacement surgery by him in ***. 100% comfortable with him performing the procedure.

(5)
6/1/2023

Good Experience.

(5)
6/1/2023

I had a very good experience with Dr Wayne Benjamin Cohen Levy l really appreciate him.

(5)
5/1/2023

I have nothing but good to say about Dr Levy he listens he explains everything he's very concerned about his patients

(5)
5/1/2023

Very positive experience

(5)
5/1/2023

Dr. Cohen-Levy is a kind and caring doctor. He spends enough time answering any questions and explains the procedure and post-operative care, etc. I am going back to him and this hospital for another knee replacement and would recommend him to everyone needing surgery. He is wonderful.

(5)
5/1/2023

Dr Cohen-Levy is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and is genuinely concerned with his patients.

(5)
5/1/2023

Clear communication and compassion was shown. All my questions were answered. I received excellent care.

(5)
5/1/2023

DR LEVY COHEN SAW ME AS A FAVOR TO DR *** WHO WAS NOT AVAILABLE, HE TREATED ME AS IF I WAS HIS PATIENT AND WAS WONDERFUL HAD ME CALL ON THE WEEKEND WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS EVEN THOUGH HE WASNT ON CALL. I REALLY APPRECIATE HIS THOUGHTFULNESS AND KNOWLEDGE. IT WAS A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE.

(5)
5/1/2023

Good and informative.

(5)
5/1/2023

Very professional

(5)
5/1/2023

First time with this doctor. Pleased

(5)
5/1/2023

Maybe the best provider I have ever had I can't overstate how pleased I am with Dr Cohen-Levy's care

(5)
5/1/2023

This was a post-op visit following surgery for a hip fracture. The patient has dementia. All communication, questions and answers are provided by her husband.

(5)
5/1/2023

*** l had a Excellent visit with Dr. Cohen-Levy. ***

(5)
5/1/2023

I absolutely love the compassion, care, professionalism and knowledge that Dr Cohen-Levy exudes. I only wish all of my Dr's were like him. He is definitely an asset for UH.

(5)
5/1/2023

Very good. Great doctor and staff

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Industry Relationships

University Hospitals is committed to transparency in our interactions with industry partners, such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies. At UH, we disclose practitioner and their family members’ ownership and intellectual property rights that are or in the process of being commercialized. In addition, we disclose payments to employed practitioners of $5,000 or more from companies with which the practitioners interact as part of their professional activities. These practitioner-industry relationships assist in developing new drugs, devices and therapies and in providing medical education aimed at improving quality of care and enhancing clinical outcomes. At the same time, UH understands that these relationships may create a conflict of interest. In providing this information, UH desires to assist patients in talking with their practitioners about industry relationships and how those relationships may impact their medical care.

UH practitioners seek advance approval for certain new industry relationships. In addition, practitioners report their industry relationships and activities, as well as those of their immediate family members, to the UH Office of Outside Interests annually. We review these reports and implement management plans, as appropriate, to address conflicts of interest that may arise in connection with medical research, clinical care and purchasing decisions.

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As of December 31, 2016, Wayne Cohen-Levy did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.