About

Greg Cooper, M.D., PhD., is chief of adult neurology and director of the Memory Center at Norton Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Cooper received his MD and PhD from the University of Kentucky before completing his residency in neurology and fellowship in behavioral neurology and cognitive neuroscience at the University of Iowa. He briefly directed the dementia clinic at the University of Iowa before joining the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging at the University of Kentucky, and later formed and directed the Baptist Health Memory Care Program until joining Norton in 2021. While Dr. Cooper focuses on the care and treatment of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, he has been active in research serving as principal investigator on a number of clinical trials. He also has a strong interest in education and caregiver support. 2023 American Association for Physician Leadership Fellow (FAAPL) Dr. Cooper was selected as a 2023 American Association for Physician Leadership Fellow. The AAPL Fellowship is the most prestigious professional designation in the physician leadership community, a distinction for physicians that have obtained the Certified Physician Executive (CPE) credential, and have demonstrated substantial contributions to the field of physician leadership on a regional and national level. Certified Physician Investigator (CPI) Academy of Pharmaceutical Physicians and Investigators Certified Physician Executive (CPE) Certifying Commission in Medical Management Publications: Grabowski, T.J., Anderson, S.W. and Cooper, G.E. (2002) Disorders of Cognitive Function. Continuum. 8(2). Greenberg, S.M., Shin, Y., Grabowski, T.J., Cooper, G.E., Rebeck, G.W., Iglesias, S., Chapon, F., Tournier-Lasserve, E. and Baron, J.-C. (2003) Hemorrhagic Stroke Associated with the Iowa Amyloid Precursor Protein Mutation. Neurology 60:1020-1022. Cooper, G.E. and Schmitt, F.A. (2005) A "Field Guide" to Mental Status Testing. Practical Neurology 4(1):68-73. Nelson, P.T., Kryscio, R.J., Jicha, G.A., Abner, E.L., Schmitt, F.A., Xu, L., Cooper, G.E., Smith, C.D., and Markesbery, W.R. (2009) Relative preservation of MMSE scores in autopsy-proven dementia with Lewy bodies. Neurology 73(14):1127-1133. Richard J. Kryscio, Erin L. Abner, Gregory E. Cooper, David W. Fardo, Gregory A. Jicha, Peter T. Nelson, Charles D. Smith, Linda J. Van Eldik, Lijie Wan, and Frederick A. Schmitt (2014) Self-reported memory complaints: implications from a longitudinal cohort with autopsies. Neurology 2014 Oct 7;83(15):1359-6. Xiuhua Ding , MS, Richard J. Kryscio, PhD, Joshua Turner, MS, Gregory A. Jicha, MD, PhD, Gregory Cooper, MD, Allison Caban-Holt,PhDb, Frederick Schmitt, PhD, Erin Abner, PhD (2016) Self-Reported Sleep Apnea and Dementia Risk: Findings from the Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease with Vitamin E and Selenium Trial. J Am Geriatr Soc 2016. Erin L. Abner, Peter T. Nelson, Gregory A. Jicha, Gregory E. Cooper, David W. Fardo, Frederick A. Schmitt, Richard J. Kryscio (2019) Tobacco Smoking and Dementia in a Kentucky Cohort: A Competing Risk Analysis. Journal of Alzheimer's Disease 2019; 68(2):625-633.

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Expertise

Education

  • University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 1994

  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

    Fellowship, Neurology, 1999

  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

    Residency, Neurology, 1998

  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

    Internship, Internal Medicine, 1995


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 160 Ratings, 61 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

provider listened carefully 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider knew important medical history 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider showed concern 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider spent enough time with you 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider rating 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider explained things clearly 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider included you in decisions 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider showed respect for what you said 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider discussed treatment options 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/28/2026

Dr. Cooper and staff were informative and courteous.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/17/2026

Everything was perfect

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/17/2026

Dr. Cooper was very patient with us. He took time to explain all treatment options.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/12/2026

Dr. Cooper is an excellent provider. He listens patiently and provides clear information. His compassionate care is important when dealing with the emotional ups and downs of dementia.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/06/2026

Dr. Cooper is the best.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/25/2026

It's always a pleasure to meet with Dr. Cooper.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/24/2026

Will be recommending Dr. Cooper to our friends and family.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/20/2026

Great visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/02/2026

Great

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/02/2026

Speaking with my doctor and knowing how I am doing and what my choice of next steps will be with his approval.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/03/2026

I would recommend Dr. Cooper to anyone that needs neuro services. He is fantastic, knowledgeable, and very engaging.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/02/2026

Excellent

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/02/2026

We love Dr. Cooper!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/22/2026

Dr Greg Cooper is such a kind man, and listens to your questions with answers.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/18/2026

Very competent and welcoming staff

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/17/2026

I tell everyone about Norton's.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/15/2026

This was an experience that tops all the previous wilh all other first time meeting with a new Doctor

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/09/2026

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Cooper. He is the best provider we have ever seen. He sets us at ease, answers questions and explains treatment options well. The amount of time he spends with us is remarkable and I hope the institute continues to allow that practice and doesn't put 'quotas' on providers.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/06/2026

This is a great practice and always enjoy going unlike another practice I go to.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/28/2026

Excellent physician

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/21/2026

Dr. Cooper is an excellent provider. He Is Compassionate, humane, erudite and focused. He was able to help in an urgent situation for me and his knowledge is reassuring

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/17/2026

Dr Cooper is extremely personable. Professional and empathetic. He listens carefully and asks questions that invite the patient to participate in hi/her own care

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/16/2026

Dr. Cooper is wonderful! We are privileged to be under his care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/08/2026

Dr cooper made me feel very comfortable. I was anxious about this appointment and he gave me the time to explain why I was concerned about my health.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/07/2026

Dr. Cooper is an excellent provider. He educates us on Frank's diagnosis, expectations and options.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/21/2025

Outstanding.I am very comfortable with care I get from Dr Cooper

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/21/2025

Pleasant visit. Thank you

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/20/2025

Dr Cooper was very knowledgeable and gave great feedback. He also scheduled some additional tests to continue to verify the diagnosis. He also did not rush and made me feel like I was important.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/15/2025

I saw Dr. Greg Cooper recently, and I can't say enough good things about him. He's compassionate, patient, and has a calm, reassuring way about him. He's clearly very knowledgeable in neurology, and he explained my situation in a way that made sense without talking 'over my head.' With something as heavy as dementia, it matters who's in your corner-Dr. Cooper is exactly who you want. Highly recommend.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/12/2025

We love Dr cooper. Staff is good. [...]

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/11/2025

Effic and friendly

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/09/2025

He was very thorough!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/07/2025

He is helpful, considerate, understanding

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/04/2025

Dr. Cooper was exceptionally kind and allowed for as much time needed

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/28/2025

Good visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/06/2025

Dr. Cooper was wonderful !My husband and I were very happy with our appointment.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/28/2025

Very helpful. Explains very well. So glad he can spend time with us and not seemed to in a hurry

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/24/2025

Dr. Cooper is very professional and explains his diagnosis.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/22/2025

Dr Cooper & staff are wonderful, always very kind & caring. We couldn't ask for a bettet neurologist.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/21/2025

Great!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/11/2025

Excellent visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/08/2025

Dr. Cooper did not rush thru the evaluation nor the time he spent with me answering questions and explaining things. Very kind and informative. Truly listened to all of my concerns. Excellent visit.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/18/2025

Dr cooper is excellent and I would recommend him to anyone who needed neurology services.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/18/2025

Really enjoyed meeting him. His insights were useful.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/11/2025

Great person and doctor

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/09/2025

Dr Cooper is wonderful, for the first time we have a better understanding of his condition.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/08/2025

We appreciate his empathy and knowledge and resources he shared.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/05/2025

Dr. Cooper shows genuine interest in my personal situation and takes time to investigate and discuss with me. His focus is solid and appears to only have concern for me, with no hurry to get to the next patient.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/04/2025

Excellent visit.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/03/2025

Dr. Cooper is the best.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/03/2025

Excellent care!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/25/2025

Dr. Cooper wes a good choice of drs for me. He did everything expected, answered questions. And gave advice. He understood caregiving can be stressful and cause health concerns of the caregiver.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/23/2025

The provider was above my expectations

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/22/2025

Strong support and help

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/20/2025

I was comfortable and l

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/20/2025

Very professionable and knowledgeable

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/19/2025

Very personable MD that was attentive to my questions.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/13/2025

The best

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/12/2025

He is a wonder Dr.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/06/2025

Excellent physician, excellent staff

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/06/2025

Very professional and friendly


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  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
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  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
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  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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