Dr. Joel L. Cohen

(MD, FAAD, FACMS)

Joel L. Cohen, MD (FAAD, FACMS) is an internationally recognized expert on aesthetics and skin cancer. He has lead global task forces on lasers, energy based devices and injectable aesthetic treatments. He has been an author on over 324 medical articles and book chapters. Dr. Cohen has also co-authored 3 hard-cover academic textbooks (including being the lead author on one of the largest books on Botox and other botulinum agents). He is the Director of AboutSkin Dermatology and Aesthetics, as well as AboutSkin Research in metropolitan-Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Cohen has been named a Top Doctor by US News and World Report, as well as 15x Castle Connelly Top Doctor and also 12x Top Doctor in Denver Magazine (called 5280, named for the altitude of the Mile High City). He is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, and is Fellowship-trained in Lasers, Aesthetics Dermatology and Mohs/Dermatologic Surgery.

He is on the teaching faculty of the University of California Irvine as an Associate Professor of Dermatology — where he recently was voted “Faculty Teacher of the Year.” Dr. Cohen has been involved with resident teaching for two decades serving as a preceptor for both the American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), and was credentialed as co-director for a fellowship program.

Dr. Cohen has received many prestigious awards including the Melanoma Research Foundation Humanitarian of the Year Award, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Public Service Award, the ASDS Patient Safety Hero Award, the ASDS Excellence in Education Award, the ASCDAS Distinguished Service Award and the ASDS Traveling Mentorship and Teaching Award. And he has received the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Career Achievement Award.

Dr. Cohen has been quoted in many newspapers and magazines including Vogue, TIME magazine, Glamour, Elle, Allure, The New York Times (x4), Reader’s Digest, Shape, Consumer Reports (x9) etc. And he has recently participated in ringing the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange after giving a 10-minute presentation in the NYSE Board Room on sun-protection.

Practice

Clinic Information

AboutSkin Dermatology & Aesthetics offers aesthetic, medical and surgical dermatology; combining academic expertise with innovative, patient-centered care.

AboutSkin Dermatology & Aesthetics is directed by Joel L. Cohen, MD, an internationally recognized dermatologist, educator, and researcher. He leads a team of board-certified dermatologists dedicated to combining academic rigor, clinical excellence, and aesthetic innovation. Each treatment plan is customized, blending medical precision and artistry to deliver safe, lasting results.

Services

Treatments Offered

Joel L. Cohen, MD specializes in aesthetic dermatology and skin cancer reconstruction, with additional expertise in laser surgery, injectables, and facial rejuvenation.

Ablative Fractional Resurfacing

Fractional CO₂, Fractional Erbium, ProFractional, Dual, UltraClear

Concerns

  • Wrinkles
  • Texture
  • Scars

Laser-Enabled Tissue “CORING”

UltraClear Coring Elite

Concerns

  • Laxity
  • Deep lines
  • Texture

Non-Ablative Fractional Laser

Thulium 1927, LaseUltra, 1550, Mosaic, 1340 ProDeep, 1540, 1470 and Fractional Pico 1064

Concerns

  • Fine lines
  • Tone
  • Pigmentation

Laser Treatment of redness/blood vessels

ExcelV+, V-Beam, Zye, LongPulse ND:YAG, Pulse Dye Laser Cynergy, KTP

Concerns

  • Redness
  • Veins
  • Rosacea

Laser Treatment of Pigment

Pico, Q-switched, BBL Hero, KTP

Concerns

  • Sun-spots
  • Melasma
  • Uneven skin tone

Aesthetic Injectables

Botox, Dysport, Daxxify, Restylane, Sculptra, RHA, Radiesse

Concerns

  • Wrinkles
  • Volume loss
  • Contouring

Testimonials

Patients reviews

Patients consistently praise Joel L. Cohen, MD for his precision, honesty, and clinical excellence; trusting his expertise to deliver transformative yet natural results.

I have been seeing Dr. Cohen for 16 years to address the effects of aging on my face. He has not only established himself as an internationally recognized expert on skin cancer, but he is also a leader on the cutting edge of laser procedures to counteract aging. He is extremely skilled, precise, compassionate, responsive, and attentive. He has earned my absolute trust, and I’m so fortunate to be able to benefit from his expertise.

Anonymous

5/5

Dr. Cohen is the most consummate professional, at the top of his game and the industry as a dermatologist. Always active in researching the latest techniques and interventions while carrying a large patient load and decades of experience. He is the best in the business!!

Anonymous

5/5

I am beyond grateful to be under the care of Dr. Cohen and his staff! I could not recommend a more professional, skilled & talented Physician. His expertise is so detailed, and I am very pleased with the work (medical consultation, injections, lasers and fillers) he has done on me. I trust and respect his approach to both medical and cosmetic dermatology. As a medical provider myself, I am particularly impressed with his kind-hearted bedside manner and the way he develops a personal rapport with his patients. Thank you Dr. Cohen and all of your incredible staff! You are all AMAZING! If I could give more than 5 stars I would!

Anonymous

5/5

Dr. Joel Cohen is a superbly skilled dermatologist as well as a most caring doctor who always puts my best interest first and foremost. Dr. Cohen follows up on my progress post procedure. To me, Dr. Cohen is the gold standard in cosmetic dermatology. I feel privileged to be treated by Dr. Cohen.

Anonymous

5/5

Dr. Cohen and staff are amazing! My face just wouldn’t be the same without the outstanding care, knowledge, and state of the art equipment they provide for their patients. Do yourselves a favor and go see what miracles Dr. Cohen and his staff can do for you!

Anonymous

5/5

Dr. Joel Cohen and his team are amazing- always on top of the most impactful procedures for my wants/needs. I appreciate their extreme competence as well as their thorough and gentle approach to treatment. I wouldn’t go to any other practice for my dermatological needs.

Anonymous

5/5

Contact

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Contact Joel L. Cohen, MD, at AboutSkin Dermatology & Aesthetics to schedule a consultation and experience dermatologic care guided by expertise and integrity.

AboutSkin Dermatology & Aesthetics

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5340 South Quebec ST., STE. 300
(South Entrance)
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

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