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Dr. Robert Benson, MD

Dr. Robert Benson, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Benson, MD is an internist in Ponchatoula, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benson has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hood Memorial Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

180 N 5th St Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Benson specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Benson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benson

3.5
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
7%
7%
1 star
33%
33%

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Great visit again very thorough exam everyone is very cordial great office
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Walter Alfonso – Oct 01, 2022
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My wife went to see the staff at the Amite office. All went well therebut the follow up was pathetic. The office called and left a message to call back. More than six calls were made but no one picked up the phone. Several more calls later and finally a call was answered but the person answering could not or would not provide the info but gave a number to call. That number was not answering. Finally after some hours later a person did answer. She had to wait hours in anxiety and nobody gave a hoot.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jun 24, 2020
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Had an 8:15 appointment, got in to see the Dr at 8:10. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Wouldn’t go anywhere else. Highly recommend!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 28, 2020
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I’m a pt of 2yrs+. He excels in All areas of specialty. As a nurse, I’ve wk’d w/ many drs. There’s no one like D Ben. He’ll respectfully listen to All questions & concerns w/ addressing each w/ an understandable response. Bringing an organized list of ques keeps me focused & keeps me from forgetting. I get the most from this accomplished MD w/ >40yrs exp. His care has gone beyond US borders. He treats physical probs w/ individualized care, one takes into acct your mental/emotional wellbeing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Just an ordinary guy w/ a fearless voice that aims in New Orleans, LA – Oct 15, 2018
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First time customer. Dr. Benson listened to my concerns, gave honest opinions and administered very natural looking improvements. Staff was warm, helpful and not concerned about upselling. Pleasantly surprised to find a great clinic that’s also affordable and close to home. Gals up front even touch up your makeup afterwards. Full service! Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ponchatoula, LA – Mar 30, 2018
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The staff member I saw seemed to be competent. The front end office staff [sic.] conducts business like a slumber party - more Facebook concern than patients. Very poor service, if any, for scheduling at both Ponchatoula and Amite offices. Left on hold for more than five minutes, appointment cancelled by their office - no reschedule. Business must be good - no more from me. Too many other doctors available
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Paris, TX – Sep 02, 2017
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I recently visited Dr. Benson for skin spots that look similar to sun spots and was first seen by his nurse practitioner. After discussing the issue with his nurse, I was then told that the skin discoloration was permanent and the pigmentation would never return and there was simply nothing to be done about it. I have recently visited two other dermatologists in the area for a 2nd opinion and was told that I have eczema and the pigmentation would return in a month after treatment. It has.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
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Riley in Ponchatoula – Nov 18, 2016
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The doctor took it upon herself to administer filler where she deemed necessary and when I didn't like the results she lied and stated filler wasn't injected in those areas. I went to another doctor who said the filler is there and was horribly administered. She still refuses to dissolve the filler. Do NOT use this office!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Titus in Ponchatoula, La – Apr 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Benson, MD is an internist in Ponchatoula, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benson has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Dermatology

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

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Bensons Dermatology & Skin Cancer180 N 5th St Ponchatoula, LA 70454
1

Practice

Office146 W Pine St Ponchatoula, LA 70454
2

Practice

Office190 Greenbrier Blvd Ste 103 Covington, LA 70433
3
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office148 W Pine St Ponchatoula, LA 70454
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hood Memorial Hospital

    301 Walnut St
    Amite, LA 70422
  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr
    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center

    215 Marion Ave
    McComb, MS 39648

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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