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Comprehensive Rheumatologic Care at the Cohen Center

At the Cohen Center, we offer complete rheumatologic and musculoskeletal consultations, infusions for a wide variety of needs and disorders, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound-guided injections of joint medications, personal growth factor and progenitor injections, and osteoporosis therapies. Our facilities are equipped with sophisticated diagnostic equipment such as a high-frequency MRI, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and DEXA scan machines. We offer our patients on-site laboratory services for their convenience. Our supervising physician is dual-certified in internal medicine and rheumatology, and works side-by-side with certified physician assistants to provide quality, accessible, and efficient patient care.

Meet Our Team

Meet Shariar Cohen, M.D

Founder, CEO, and President of Cohen Medical Centers.

Shariar Cohen, M.D. is a board-certified rheumatologist. He received his undergraduate degree, with honors, from The University of California San Diego in 1997. He obtained his medical degree from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel through an international medical collaboration program with Columbia University in New York. Dr. Cohen completed his residency in internal medicine at LAC-USC Medical Center and his fellowship in rheumatology at The University of California Los Angeles. Dr. Cohen is known for his extraordinary dedication to patients and his ability to diagnose complex conditions. Dr. Cohen seeks to enhance patient care by adhering to the highest standards of medical care while relying on cutting-edge technology and medical research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in both internal medicine and rheumatology. His background in internal medicine has made him particularly good at adopting a holistic view of the patient’s health, and a leading specialist in managing complex autoimmune disorders. His extensive medical expertise and quality patient care have made him a recognized rheumatologist to celebrities and other VIPs. Dr. Cohen has received numerous professional awards and patient accolades for his compassionate care. Dr. Cohen’s ongoing involvement in clinical research ensures that he is always aware of the latest scientific breakthroughs and can offer his patients the most up-to-date treatments.

Meet Maaya Ono, PA-C

Maaya Ono, PA-C graduated from Touro University in 2020 with a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies.

Maaya was born in Tokyo, Japan and raised in Palos Verdes, California. She completed her undergraduate studies at UCLA and graduated from Touro University in 2020 with a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies. During her time at Touro, she enrolled in a rheumatology clinical rotation and immediately knew she wanted to expand her knowledge and experience in the field. On weekends, she enjoys spending time outside, finding new restaurants, and spending time with her friends & family, but mostly her cat, Tiki.

Victor Ochoa

Infusion Center Manager

Grace Yin

Registered Nurse (RN)

Carmela Torres

Medical Assistant & Specialty Pharmacy Coordinator

Macie Arguelles

Medical Assistant

Madison Jean (MJ) De Vere

Scribe

Cate Schroeder

Scribe

Cristian Garcia

X-Ray Technician

Cate Schroeder

Scribe

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