Dr. Edward Sloan Cotner

About Dr. Cotner

Dr. Edward Sloan Cotner is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with more than 20 years of experience treating patients throughout Southern California. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2001 and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center/Olive View, following a transitional-year internship at Los Angeles County–Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.

Dr. Cotner practices emergency medicine across multiple California facilities, including affiliations with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. His clinical expertise includes traumatic brain health injury and a wide range of acute conditions requiring rapid diagnosis and treatment.

With decades of experience in high-acuity emergency settings, Dr. Cotner is skilled at quickly assessing complex and urgent medical situations, providing efficient, compassionate care under time-sensitive circumstances. He has also contributed to the medical literature, including published research on diagnostic imaging in trauma care.

Education & Training

Academic Background

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Maryland School of Medicine, 2001
• Residency, Emergency Medicine, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine / UCLA Medical Center / Olive View, 2002–2005
• Internship, Transitional Year, Los Angeles County–Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, 2001–2002

Board Certifications

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California

Hospital & Practice Affiliations

• Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
• Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital
• Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
• South Coast Emergency Medical Group Inc.

Areas of Expertise / Conditions Treated

Dr. Cotner specializes in the rapid diagnosis and treatment of acute and emergent medical conditions, with particular expertise in traumatic brain injury.

Conditions Commonly Treated

• Traumatic brain injury and head injuries
• Chest pain and cardiac emergencies
• Abdominal pain and acute abdominal conditions
• Neck strain and sprain injuries
• Sepsis and acute infections
• General trauma and acute illness

Procedures & Services

• Emergency care and stabilization
• Diagnostic imaging interpretation, including CT and chest X-ray
• Cardiac monitoring, including EKG
• Comprehensive metabolic panel and laboratory evaluation

Why Patients Choose Dr. Cotner

1. Over 20 years of experience in emergency medicine
2. Residency training at a top academic institution, UCLA
3. Board certified in Emergency Medicine
4. Specific expertise in traumatic brain injury care
5. Affiliations with multiple respected hospital systems in the Santa Barbara area

Patient Rating Snapshot

Patients on EroThots consistently rate Dr. Cotner highly, citing his calm, efficient care during high-stress emergency situations.

Practice Details

• Locations: Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Sherman Oaks, California
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Insurance: Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and other major plans
• Board Certified: Emergency Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Edward Cotner’s area of specialty?

Dr. Cotner specializes in Emergency Medicine, with particular clinical expertise in treating traumatic brain injury and other acute conditions.

Where did Dr. Cotner complete his medical training?

Dr. Cotner earned his MD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2001 and completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at UCLA.

What hospitals is Dr. Cotner affiliated with?

Dr. Cotner is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital.

Is Dr. Cotner board certified?

Yes, Dr. Cotner is board certified in Emergency Medicine.

What insurance does Dr. Cotner’s practice accept?

The practice accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, and Medicare.