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Gender
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- Cooper University Hospital
About Steven S. Yocom
Professional Statement
Steven S. Yocom, DO, FACOS, is an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. He serves as the Director of the Cooper Spine Center and the Spine Tumor Center. He served for 12 years as the Program Director of the Neurosurgery Residency Program.
Dr. Yocom is a board-certified neurosurgeon with more than two decades of experience in complex spine and brain surgeries. He completed his Doctor of Osteopathy at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and pursued additional training through a fellowship at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London, England.
As a leader in his field, Dr. Yocom has contributed significantly to neurosurgical research and education. He has been involved in multiple clinical trials, including studies on spinal cord injury treatments and innovative spinal fusion techniques. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals such as Neurosurgical Focus and World Neurosurgery.
Dr. Yocom's expertise has been recognized with numerous awards, including being named a Top Doctor by South Jersey Magazine multiple times since 2010. He is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and maintains active memberships in several professional organizations, including the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the North American Spine Society.
In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Yocom serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of Osteopathic Neurosurgery and participates in various hospital committees to improve patient care and surgical outcomes.
Dr. Yocom is committed to advancing the field of neurosurgery through innovative techniques, research, and education of the next generation of neurosurgeons.
Title
Director, Cooper Spine Center
Neurosurgeon
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles
Associate Professor of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Awards and Honors
The Dean’s Appreciation Award, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 2018
Clinical Teacher of the Year Award Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 2020
Presidential Recognition Award American College of Osteopathic Surgeons 2020
South Jersey Magazine “Top Doctors” 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020
SJ Magazine “Top Physicians” 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022
Professional Memberships
American Osteopathic Association
American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, Fellow
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Departments
Neurosurgery
Programs & Centers
Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience
Spine Center
Practice Group :
Cooper University Physicians
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Locations
- 2339 Route 70 West, 2nd Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
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- phone: 856-968-7965
- fax: 856-968-8222
- 215 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
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- phone: 609-778-1900
- fax: 609-536-2888
Clinical Interests
Advanced spinal instrumentation, spine tumors, kyphoplasty, complex spine, traumatic and degenerative spine disordersEducation and Training
Education
- Internship/Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Surgery, 1999
- Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Neurological Surgery, 1998
- Residency: National Hospital for Neurology and Nuerosurgery, Neurological Surgery, 1998
- Residency: Allegheny University Hospitals/MCP, Neurological Surgery, 1997
- Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1993
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, 2002
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
- Aetna Dental Health
- Aetna First Health (Coventry)
- Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Quality Health
- Aetna Whole Health
- Aetna Workers Comp
- AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
- AmeriHealth Medicare
- AmeriHealth Value Network
- Braven Health Medicare
- Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
- Cigna Medicare
- Cigna One Health
- Clover Health Medicare PPO
- Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
- Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
- First MCO Group Health
- First MCO Workers Comp
- Galaxy Health Network Group Health
- Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
- Guardian
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
- Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
- Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
- Humana Military Prime
- Humana Military Standard
- Humana Military TriCare
- Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
- Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
- Independence Blue Cross Medicare
- Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
- Liberty Mutual Auto
- Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
- Magellan Behavioral Health
- MagnaCare Auto
- MagnaCare Group Health
- MagnaCare Workers Comp
- Medicaid (NJ)
- Medicare
- MultiPlan PHCS
- NJ Manufacturers Auto
- NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Group Health
- QualCare Emblem Health
- QualCare HMO/PPO
- QualCare Workers Comp
- Railroad Medicare
- Three Rivers Contigo
- Three Rivers Devon
- United Behavioral Health Group Health
- United Behavioral Health Medicaid
- United Behavioral Health Medicare
- United Behavioral Health Optum
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
- United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
- United Healthcare Dental
- United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
- United Healthcare Group Health
- United Healthcare Medicaid
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- US Family Health Plan
- VA Community Care Network
- WellCare Medicare
- Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
- Wellpoint Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
282 ratings, 92 reviewsThe 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.
- Reviewed on 5/20/2026
Dr. Yocom is an amazing doctor. I couldn't have had a better doctor to operate and care for me.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2026
Dr. Yocum was very professional. Gave me more information than any other doctor I have seen up to this point. I have a better understanding of my medical situation.
- Reviewed on 5/16/2026
Excellent care, outstanding communications, and in depth medical questions pertaining to my overall health
- Reviewed on 5/15/2026
It was my first appointment with Dr. Yokum. I could not have been more pleased with his care. He was friendly, thoroughly reviewed my films with me and answered all questions.
- Reviewed on 5/15/2026
Dr. Yocom and his staff are great! Have had nothing but a satisfying and great experience in my dealings with Cooper. Highly recommend! !
- Reviewed on 5/14/2026
Doctor Yocom is an excellent surgeon. He remove a cyst from my neck that was pushing on my nerves. The cyst has not returned after a year. Dr. Yokom also performed a spinal fusion operation to correct problems with my lower back. The symptoms are no longer a problem. The best praise I can give Dr. Yocom was my recommendation to my brother to use Dr. Yocom to perform his spinal fusion surgery.
- Reviewed on 5/13/2026
Dr. Yocum is knowledgeable and thorough. Communication is clear and I feel like he listens to me and my concerns. I trust Dr. Yocum.
- Reviewed on 5/12/2026
Dr Yocum is very friendly and made me feel it ease. Explained everything in detail.
- Reviewed on 5/8/2026
Good visit
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
Great staff and no better doctor than Dr Yocum
- Reviewed on 4/22/2026
Very impressed
- Reviewed on 4/21/2026
Staff was pleasant, prompt, and efficient Dr Yokum was excellent and answered all of my questions about my complicated case
- Reviewed on 4/19/2026
I trust him. He takes his time. I feel safe
- Reviewed on 4/17/2026
Dr yocum and his staff nurse are fantastic
- Reviewed on 4/17/2026
Staff was friendly & Informative & Dr. Yocum was wonderful, took his time & explained everything re; my condition, & instilling confidence in continuing jn hiz care.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2026
In any office I go for a Doctors appointment the staff is so willing to make you comfortable. I'm so blessed to have Dr. Yocom as my neuro surgeon, he has taken my pain away and life is back to normal. Always concerned about my progress and well being.
- Reviewed on 4/12/2026
A very pleasant and positive staff. Very helpful, very respectful of our situation
- Reviewed on 4/7/2026
Dr Yocom is the best!!! !
- Reviewed on 4/7/2026
This Dr was fantastic. He was kind and caring and explained things perfect. I would trust him with my care. He took his time to explain so I totally understand. His nurse was so nice. I appreciate them!
- Reviewed on 3/28/2026
Entire team was pleasant and very knowledgeable in helping to relieve pain from issues with cervical vertebrae
- Reviewed on 3/28/2026
He is an exceptional Dr. Thank you ?
- Reviewed on 3/25/2026
Dr. Yocom explained everything and when I had questions he explained in a way I could understand. My husband and I appreciated the fact he didn't rush us or the appt. We would highly recommend him.
- Reviewed on 3/23/2026
Dr. Yoakum and his entire staff were excellent, very professional in everything that they did, and Dr. Yoakum is very understanding. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 3/21/2026
Visit was most informative and made me feel hopefull. U
- Reviewed on 3/20/2026
Always great care each time I go to Cooper!
- Reviewed on 3/17/2026
What can I say. I call Dr. Yocom the surgeon with the golden hands. The staff there are excellent.
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
Yes, Dr. Jilgen explained everything perfectly to me. No hesitation. Showed me everything on the screen. Excellent job. I understood everything. So I do appreciate it. I will be contacting him.
- Reviewed on 3/10/2026
The staff & doctors at Cooper are the best. They truly care about the patients.
- Reviewed on 3/1/2026
Dr Yokum and staff are always professional and informative as to the care I receive.
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
Dr Yocom is an excellent doctor, who treats his patients as individuals crafting a unique plan of care for each. He takes time talking to his patients about the concerns they have and carefully answers all questions. He clearly shows spinal issues using his computer screen, and brings technical details to the level of understanding of the patient. Dr Yocom gets to know the activities of his patients so he can better assess possible routes of treatment based on their needs. He remembers what is important in their lives, and I am always impressed that he asks how things are going with various projects I am involved with around the house. Dr Yocom is extremely personable and compassionate. Although I have never had him perform a surgery on me, he would definitely be the neurosurgeon I would choose. All of the staff of his office are also excellent.
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
I always have a good experience with Cooper Doctors
- Reviewed on 2/28/2026
Dr. Yocom was very easy to talk to and gave me great confidence. I am also very great full for the time he spent to understand my concerns and meet me as a person. The staff was very helpful, informative and polite.
- Reviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr. Yocum was great and took the time to fully explain th medical situation and my options!
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
Because of the snow storm I had a telephone call.The doctor was really good,Explaned everything about the surgery and what was to be expected.
- Reviewed on 2/24/2026
Due to the blizzard, this became a Telehealth call and it worked great!
- Reviewed on 2/16/2026
Doctor is a great guy. Got a lot out of my visit with him
- Reviewed on 2/14/2026
Dr Yocum was so thorough and took time to listen completely to my issues.
- Reviewed on 2/10/2026
Always informative, treatments discussed, thorough, great bedside manner.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
Very competent doctor with exellent care.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
He tried to make the explanation of the procedure as comfortable as possible
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Yocom provides very clear and detailed explanations when providing general information about a procedure and, also, when providing answers to specific questions. He does not make you feel that you are being hurried through your appointment.
- Reviewed on 2/7/2026
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Yocom, he was wonderful
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Very good
- Reviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr Steven Yocom took the time to showed and explained my MRI results . He put me at ease going forward with surgery as my treatment. I feel confident having him as my neurosurgeon
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
Honest and professional and easy to speak with.
- Reviewed on 1/16/2026
We were so happy to be at Cooper. Everyone makes you feel that they actually care about how you feel and make you feel confident that they can help. A wonderful medical team. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr. Yocom and is staff are amazing! !
- Reviewed on 12/27/2025
I love the care that I receive from COOPER
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Yoakam is one fabulous person. We are so lucky to have him in the medical field. He's thoughtful he's kind he's thorough. He's everything you would want in a physician to help you get through your rough times and he made me see the light at the end of the tunnel that I'm gonna be OK.
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
I feel Dr. Yoakum was always concerned about my health, about the surgery that he's going to do on me. He's amazing and I would always recommend him to my family and my friends. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
He was fabulous and the staff were great
- Reviewed on 12/13/2025
Positive and uplifting
- Reviewed on 12/13/2025
Very considerate. Taken at appt. Time. No waiting. Explained diagnosis & test results thoroughly. Didn't rush out & took time to answer all my concerns.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Cooper and their staff has been a miracle for me and my family. Dr Yocom is a genius and a wonderful surgeon. He staff is incredible and always treated us with the utmost respect. Thank you all
- Reviewed on 12/4/2025
I was extremely impressed with Dr Yoccum and his nurses.I have a great deal of confidence in him He made me feel at ease by explaining it all and showing my mom and I the damage in the MRI He tops in my book
- Reviewed on 12/2/2025
I was very happy with the appointment. Dr Yocom and the whole staff were very friendly and very attentive to my needs. I felt listened to and my concerns were addressed. I was happy with my care and follow-up. Dr Yocom called me last evening to check on me, and I received a text from his nurse this morning as a follow through. This type of care really makes me feel like I'm cared about as a person. Outstanding care
- Reviewed on 11/23/2025
Dr Yocom explained everything clearly and in a way I clearly understood. He took his time and was patient friendly.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
I feel like my individual needs were met and accommodated more than I could ever anticipate.
- Reviewed on 11/21/2025
I really like how the staff talks with you is polite and caring, and you can hold a conversation and you don't feel cut off in the middle of it.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
He took his time. Talked on my level but not down to me. He has my full trust. He made me feel special. If he said surgery tomorrow, I would look for my tooth brush.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
The doctor gave me so much time and answered all my questions! I was so impressed and I am so happy I walked away feeling better about my situation and now I just have to think
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Yocum was very interested in my lower back problem. He was cordial, professional, and very easy to understand when he explained why my back will probably need further treatment.
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Yocom is the best!
- Reviewed on 11/6/2025
I am so glad to have Dr Yocom as my doctor
- Reviewed on 10/31/2025
He was the most caring doctor i have. I would recommend him to anyone that needs surgery.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Yocom is excellent
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Although Dr. Yoakom was running late, he took the time to explain all of what I needed to have answers to. He was very kind and compassionate and funny and I appreciated his transparency when discussing my diagnosis and what was available to me.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr. Yocum was very friendly and open to any questions.
- Reviewed on 10/3/2025
It was a pleasure to meet the doctor who was most definitely caring and helpful to me with my back pain.
- Reviewed on 10/3/2025
First, it's a beautiful building and everything still looks new and well kept! I was checked in with a smile and it was quick and easy. I pre-checked in on MyChart. I was pretty nervous for this appointment and Dr. Yocum put me right at ease from the moment he walked in the room. He most certainly took his time explaining everything to my understanding. Thank you! !
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
I trust Dr. Yochum very much. He did surgery on me once before and when I found out I needed surgery again, I went right back to him. I would highly recommend him and I trust him very much.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
Very seamless experience. Dr. Yocum was respectful and compassionate and explained the condition fully, as well as outlined the surgical procedure and aftercare process too.
- Reviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr Yokum is very caring in making sure you are taken care of properly.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
My MRI And CAT were explained to me and shown. This helped to understand the nature of my continuing neck pain
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr has all my trust. This is I trust Dr with this surgery more than anyone else that I spoke to. And I've been probably to everyone else.
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
Dr. Youcom, Was terrific in telling me clearly & in terms I could understand what he saw on my MRI. I like his style & I like him. 5 stars for Dr. Yocom
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Doctor Yocum and his staff are exceptional.
- Reviewed on 7/25/2025
Happy to see another specialist come to the county!! Grew up here and left for 25 years because there was nothing here. I'm back and so happy to see the health access trickling in. If you build it, they will come lol
- Reviewed on 7/11/2025
Cooper hospital doctors are the best coming from personal experience Dr YOCUM is da man love the guy twice couldn't walk twice he got me walking can't say enough about the man the myth the legend awesome he's always missed in my family ty Dr YOCUM
- Reviewed on 7/5/2025
Pleasant informative
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
I was very pleased with the care I received.
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
Dr. Yokum was very thorough in examining and explaining my situation, my options, and possible outcomes.
- Reviewed on 6/23/2025
Everyone took time with me. They understood my needs, my wants, and they were very curious about my condition. They wanted to know if there was anything they could do for me or if I needed to apply or tell them anything, I could easily contact them without any problem or hesitation. But everyone on his staff and Dr. Yoffman was very, very professional people from one to 10. Very, very professional. So hopefully my strength will come in stronger as time go on, but they left the door open, so if I need to contact them in any way, I am able to. Thank you, and I really appreciate it.
- Reviewed on 6/21/2025
Very expert and compassionate
- Reviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Steven Yocom is the best. I trust him completely with my health care.
- Reviewed on 3/11/2025
Very good experience.
- Reviewed on 3/9/2025
Dr. Yocum is just wonderful. He always explains what's going on with my spine and recommended a path forward. The entire staff from check in to check out are polite and competent.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2025
Great physician explained everything I needed to know about the surgery I need.
- Reviewed on 2/8/2025
As always staff and Dr. Yocum are very nice. He never makes me feel rushed
- Reviewed on 1/10/2025
I love dr yocum! He's amazing and so insightful! The best I've seen ever! Im so grateful for his expertise!!! God bless you dr yocum!
- Reviewed on 1/8/2025
Very caring and honest doctor providing and extending support regarding my concerns and questions.
- Reviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr Steven Yocom. Made of feel comfortable & explained what was happening & wanted to give me some insight