Chava Cogan, MD, MSEd
Education and training
Residency – New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, Family Medicine Residency Program
Doctor of Medicine (MD) – SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
Master of Science in Education (MSEd) – City College of New York
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – University of Pennsylvania
Professional interests
Outpatient office procedures
Reproductive and sexual health
Breastfeeding medicine
Integrative medicine
Trauma-informed care
A little about me
I deeply value building long-term relationships with my patients and their families. I’m passionate about providing care that supports both physical and mental well-being, and I believe in partnering with my patients to help them live healthier, fuller lives. I love the variety that family medicine offers and the opportunity to care for people of all ages and backgrounds. Outside the office, I enjoy yoga, cycling, reading, art making, spending time in nature, and—most of all—making memories with my partner and two amazing daughters.
Why I love my job
I love what I do. I’m especially passionate about providing and teaching full-scope reproductive and sexual health care in the primary care setting. It’s a privilege to support patients through meaningful life moments—whether it’s starting a family, navigating challenging health decisions, or simply building long-term wellness. I also enjoy working and learning alongside colleagues, residents, and medical students. Teaching keeps me inspired, and being part of a collaborative care team makes this work deeply rewarding.
Professional Experience and Accomplishments
Dr. Cogan brings a diverse background to her work in family medicine. Dr. Cogan earned her BA in Visual Studies from the University of Pennsylvania, followed by an MSEd in Special Education from the City College of New York. After working as a public school special education teacher in NY, she went back to school and received her MD from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in 2018, supported by a full-tuition National Health Service Corps Scholarship. Dr. Cogan completed her residency in Family Medicine at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where she was honored with the 2021 Resident Teacher Award from the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine. The following year, she completed a Fellowship in Faculty Development and Integrative Medicine at NYP/CUMC.