Cancer and Hematology Center
Hematology Center
Hemostasis and Thrombosis Program
Young Women's Bleeding Disorder Clinic
Texas Medical Center
ctcohen@texaschildrens.org
Address
1002 Bates Ave., Ste. 1025
Houston, TX 77030
Clay T. Cohen, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor College of Medicine | fellowship | Pediatric Hematology/Oncology | 2018 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | postgraduate training | Clinical Scientist Training Program, Fundamentals of Clinical Investigation | 2016 |
| University of Alabama School of Medicine - Birmingham | residency | Pediatrics | 2015 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | internship | Pediatrics | 2012 |
| University of Texas Medical School at Houston | medical school | Doctor of Medicine | 2011 |
| Furman University | bachelors | Bachelor of Science, Biology | 2007 |
About
Dr. Clay Cohen provides his clinical expertise in bleeding disorders to the Young Women's Bleeding Disorders Clinic. Heavy menstrual bleeding may be caused by an underlying bleeding disorder in up to 30% of young women with excessive menstrual bleeding. Accurate diagnosis is necessary to optimize care and patient outcomes, including social, sports, and school participation.
Dr. Cohen focuses his evaluation on bleeding disorders that most commonly affect young women with heavy menstrual bleeding, including: Von Willebrand Disease, platelet function disorders, hemophilia carrier states, and coagulation factor deficiencies. If a bleeding disorder diagnosis is made, he, alongside his colleagues, will develop an individual patient care plan for the best individual outcome.
Dr. Cohen is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He completed his residency in pediatrics at University of Alabama School of Medicine - Birmingham where he was appointed as Chief Pediatric Resident. He completed his fellowship training in pediatric hematology/oncology at Baylor College of Medicine.
He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in both pediatrics and pediatric hematology/oncology.
Organization
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) | Member |
| American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) | Member |
| American Society of Hematology (ASH) | Member |
| American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO) | Member |
| Children's Oncology Group (COG) | Member |
| Hemostasis and Thrombosis Research Society (HTRS) | Member |
Research Statement
Dr. Clay Cohen performs basic laboratory research, evaluating the role of endothelial cells and the vascular wall in coagulation. He is a member of the Hemostasis and Thrombosis (HAT) research program.
Selected Publications
Awards
2018 Fellowship Project Award, Bayer Hemophilia Awards Program
2018 Young Investigator Travel Award, Thrombosis and Hemostasis Societies of North America
2016 Tumor Board Award, Department of Pediatric Medicine, Hematology-Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine
2014 Best Quality Improvement Project for graduating Pediatric Residents, University of Alabama at Birmingham
2014 Chief Resident, Department of Pediatrics, University of Alabama at Birmingham
2011 Joe LaRussa Intern of the Year Award, Department of Pediatrics, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Board Certification
Language
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