Marc A Cohen

Marc A Cohen is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the UCLA School of Medicine. He serves as the Assistant Dean for Professionalism and Student Performance and Special Advisor to the Faculty Executive Committee (FEC). Dr. Cohen joined the UCLA faculty in 2008 and currently works at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center's psychiatric emergency department, where he performs emergency psychiatric assessments and supervises psychiatry residents and UCLA medical students.

Education

• MD from USC School of Medicine (2003)
• MS in Physiological Science from UCLA (1999)
• BA in History from UCLA (1996)

Research Focus

Dr. Cohen specializes in PTSD research with emphasis on trauma origins, violence relationships, and individual stress responses. His forensic psychiatry expertise includes over 500 evaluations covering sanity, competency, dangerousness assessments, and mental illness effects on daily function. His clinical work spans nine years treating combat and non-combat veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs, giving him extensive experience with trauma response patterns.

Publication Analysis

Dr. Cohen's scholarly work consistently bridges psychiatry with legal contexts, examining PTSD in forensic settings, combat-related trauma, and DSM-5 diagnostic implications. His publications reveal a methodical approach to trauma assessment in mass tort cases and workplace evaluations, demonstrating how psychiatric knowledge applies to legal questions regarding mental health determinations.

Academic Leadership

As Chair of the Committee on Academic Standing Progress and Promotion (CASPP), Dr. Cohen evaluates medical student progress and promotion at UCLA. His dual expertise in clinical psychiatry and forensic evaluation makes him a valuable resource for both patient care and academic medicine.

Clinical Practice

Dr. Cohen's clinical career includes VA outpatient work with OEF/OIF veterans (2008-2014) and emergency psychiatric services at Olive View-UCLA Medical Center (since 2014). His practice integrates emergency assessment, veteran mental health treatment, and resident/medical student supervision.