Combines surgical skill with a woman's compassion and the soul of an artist

Biographical Summary Michell Cohn, D.O., Board Certified General Surgeon joined The Cosmetic Surgery Center in March of 2005. She completed her Fellowship training in Cosmetic Surgery one year later and is currently pursuing her Board Certification by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Michell Cohn has a warm and comforting presence that quickly puts her patients at ease. She has been Helping women to be their MOST BEAUTIFUL BEST since 1986. In addition to breast augmentation, liposuction, face lifts, and the many other surgical procedures offered here, she has a special focus on non-invasive quick procedures that maintain a youthful appearance: facial fillers such as Collagen, Radiesse, Sculptra and ArteFill as well as minor procedures such as Botox.

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From the area originally, she received her undergraduate degree in clinical dietetics at the University of Oklahoma. Her career as a dietitian involved a broad range of patients, including those with eating disorders and other addictions.

After working several years counseling people regarding weight loss and body image, Dr. Cohn graduated medical school from OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then completed her surgical training in Kansas City, Missouri and obtained her Board Certification soon thereafter.

Dr. Cohn became acquainted with Dr. Benien while working as a dietician at Hillcrest Health Center. She then completed several surgical rotations with him during medical school. Following her career in general surgery, she completed her fellowship with him at the Cosmetic Surgery Center. She is devoted to helping people look and feel their very best.

Currently, Dr. Cohn lives with her family in Edmond. She had her first child in 2005 and finds motherhood an experience like no other. She enjoys photography, gardening, and spending time with her child.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
1992-1996	Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Tulsa, Oklahoma
1985-1987	Bachelor of Science, Clinical Dietetics OUHSC(1,000 hours completed in hospital) Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
1983-1985	Pre-requisites met for Clinical Dietetics Program OU
AWARDS RECEIVED	Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence, OSU-COM Dean’s Honor Roll, OUHSC (8 semesters) National Dean’s List, OUHSC PI Beta Phi Scholarship, OU
ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES	Student Osteopathic Surgical Association Emergency Medicine Club Student Affairs and Student Council, OUHSC Pi Beta Phi Sorority, OU
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2005 (Present)	The Cosmetic Surgery Center – Completed fellowship in Cosmetic Surgery, 3/1/05 - 7/1/06
2004 (Present)	Consultant for general and endoscopic surgical procedures for Lindsay Hospital
2001-2005	General Surgeon, Board Certified, Southern Plains Medical Center, Chickasha OK. General surgical practice with large part of practice involving gastroenterology and endoscopy , as well as variety of laparoscopic surgery
1997-2001	General Surgery Residency, Chief Resident (2000 – 2001) University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, Medical Center of Independence, Independence, Missouri Robert E. Arnold, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., General Surgery Residency Program Director
1999-2000	Consultant, Cameron Community Hospital, Cameron Missouri Emergency Services, Monthly shift at very busy rural hospital
1996-1997	Intern, University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, Park Lane Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri Robert Ricci, D.O., Director of Medical Education, Park Lane Medical Center Traditional Osteopathic Rotating Internship.
1993-1994	OSU-COM Pinnacle Editor, OSU-College of Osteopathic Medicine Chief Editor responsible for managing the organization and completion of the medical school year book
1990-1992	Chief Clinical Dietitian, Hillcrest Health Center, Oklahoma Chairman of Nutrition Support Services, provided ongoing dynamic nutritional assessment and support in attempt to decrease patient mortality, morbidity and length of hospital stay. Other responsibilities included nutritional counseling for inpatients/outpatients, community lectures, monthly newspaper articles, supervision of kitchen personnel, development of department policies and procedures, development of educational material, and participation in patient care conferences.
1989-1990	Consultant, Biomedical Applications: North Texas Dialysis Center, OKC CAPD Unit Nutrition assessments and care plans for patients receiving CAPD and IPD.
1988-1996	Consultant Phoenix Recovery Institute, OK Group lectures on nutrition and exercise for weight management, seven lectures weekly.
1988-1990	Consultant, Broadway Clinic, OK Group lectures on nutrition and exercise for weight management, seven lectures weekly.
1988-1990	Consultant, the Recovery Center: Edmond Memorial Hospital, Edmond OK Group lectures regarding nutrition, eating disorders, and self-care; individual behavioral and psychosocial counseling, as well as structural health planning.
1987-1992	Self-Owned Business as Nutrition/Fitness Consultant, Food for Fitness. Provided guidance for individuals and groups to meet goals of incorporating sound nutrition and exercise principles into their lifestyles. The educational material was developed by Dr. Cohn and included an eight week weight/fat loss program based on current literature research. The manual described basics of nutrition, fat loss, exercise, and metabolism. Clients and referral system included several business corporations, as well as: United Behavioral Systems, Inc., (Ultrafast lectures), For Your Health Corporation (nutrition/wellness firm), Focus on Fitness (personal fitness service), and numerous fitness centers.
AFFILIATIONS	American College of Osteopathic Surgeons American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery American Osteopathic Association Oklahoma Osteopathic Association Oklahoma State Medical Association American Medical Association
1985-1996	American Dietetic Association Oklahoma Dietetic Association
1989-1990	ODA Chairman Convention Committee
1987-1993	American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
ACCREDITATIONS	Board Certified (9/2003) by American Board of Osteopathic Surgery
	Oklahoma State Board of Osteopathic State Examiners
	Associate, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
	State of Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Missouri Board of Healing Arts
	Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure, Licensed Dietitian