Evan Cohn MD

Evan Cohn MD

When Doctor Becomes Patient

Objectives:

• Describe how the actions of caregivers can impact the patient experience
• Review what has helped me as a survivor
• Emphasize the impact you can have on a patient and their outcome
• Emphasize the point that life is precious and can change in an instant

Description of Presentation:

Dr. Evan Cohn is a retired radiologist following a 17 year career practicing in Dallas, Texas.  Dr. Cohn’s presentation will discuss about an unexpected illness he suffered in 2015 while on vacation with his wife.  He will talk about how he and his family coped with this life-changing medical emergency and his continued recovery.  He will also talk about things that have helped him in his journey and describe his experience being a patient.