Ellen Cooper, MD, FACS

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Provider Locations

Tahoe Forest MultiSpecialty Clinics, Surgery

2nd Floor of the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center
10121 Pine Ave.
Truckee, CA 96161
Phone: (530) 587-7698

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• Education: University of Rochester
• Residency: University of Washington Medical School
• Board Certification: American Board of General Surgery

Dr. Cooper was recently elected as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Her special interests are spending time in the outdoors with her family, skiing and knitting. She came to Truckee in 2011.

Patient Satisfaction Survey

Overall Satisfaction 4.9 out of 5 120 Ratings 28 Comments

Patient Ratings & Comments

Question breakdown

4.9Provider showed concern

4.9Provider explained things clearly

4.9Provider included you in decisions

4.9Provider discussed treatment options

4.9Likelihood of recommending this provider

Dr. Cooper and her staff are excellent!
October 17, 2025
I would very highly recommend Dr Cooper to my family, friends or anyone else. She gets it
October 17, 2025
Dr. Cooper is great
September 24, 2025
Everyone very friendly and thoughtful
September 3, 2025
Excellent follow up exam
August 25, 2025
Dr. Cooper was great.
August 22, 2025
Dr. Cooper is very smart, down to earth, compassionate and listens to her patients. She gives them the time they need and deserve, answers all questions and explaining things well.
August 16, 2025
Love Dr Cooper
August 6, 2025
Excellent
August 6, 2025
Dr. Cooper listened to all my questions, even though I asked a wide variety not all topical to my surgery. She provided detailed answers, reasons and research that was very appreciated.
June 16, 2025
Dr Cooper is wonderful
June 15, 2025
Everyone was Great!
June 2, 2025
Excellent communication. She also picks up on if you don't clearly understand. Plenty of time for questions
April 30, 2025
All very good
April 28, 2025
Great experience.
April 26, 2025
Dr. Cooper was moving at warp speed and did my procedure quickly and competently but was personable, concerned, and easy to talk to.
March 30, 2025
Dr. Cooper was an excellent listener. She pointed out potential risks and gave me peace of mind regarding my situation and future decisions. She was very frank, professional and supportive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr. Cooper to anyone.
March 28, 2025
Very good ! Great explanation of my diagnosis and potential treatment.
March 26, 2025
Good
March 22, 2025
I really appreciated Dr. Cooper's explanation of my diagnosis and care options.
March 12, 2025