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Dr. Bennett Lavenstein, MD

Dr. Bennett Lavenstein, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Bennett Lavenstein, MD is a pediatrician in Washington, DC and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1970. He is affiliated with Children's National Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Children's National Hospital

111 Michigan Ave NW Washington, DC 20010
Telehealth available
(888) 884-2327

Care Philosophy

"Bennett Lavenstein, MD, serves as the Movement Disorders Program Director at Children's National Hospital. He is a professor of neurology and pediatrics at George Washington University School of Medicine & Health..."

- Dr. Bennett Lavenstein, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lavenstein specializes in the areas of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Lavenstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lavenstein

2.3

15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
27%
27%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
67%
67%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nicole's October 1989 Misdiagnosis – Feb 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disgusted Parent – Sep 18, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disappointed Parent – Oct 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
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Vienna, VA – Dec 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Bennett Lavenstein, MD, serves as the Movement Disorders Program Director at Children's National Hospital. He is a professor of neurology and pediatrics at George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Science. Dr, Lavenstein's clinical...read more

biography

Bennett Lavenstein, M.D., serves as the Movement Disorders Program Director at Children's National Hospital. He is a professor of neurology and pediatrics at George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Science. Dr, Lavenstein's...read more

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Georgetown University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Montefiore University Hosp/upmc

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Md Med Sys

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Children's National Hospital

Children's National Hospital111 Michigan Ave NW Washington, DC 20010
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW
    Washington, DC 20010
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