Deborah Cohen

Dr Deborah Cohen is a Visiting Senior Fellow at LSE Health, affiliated with the London School of Economics and Political Science. She is a medically qualified broadcaster, journalist, and editor with expertise in journalism, broadcasting, and health policy. Her career spans mainstream media and academic collaboration, focusing on complex investigations combining data analysis and journalism. She established The BMJ's investigations unit and has held roles as Science Editor at ITV News and Health Correspondent for BBC Newsnight. Her work on BBC Panorama, Channel 4 Dispatches, and other platforms has driven global health policy changes and parliamentary inquiries.

Her investigations often address critical healthcare issues, leveraging media platforms to amplify findings and influence practice. Cohen’s work has inspired Netflix documentaries and international media coverage. She also specializes in translating expert research into accessible formats for broader audiences.