Dr. Benjamin Lessig, DO
Geriatrician
599.1 mi · 409 Main St, Ste 1, Toms River, NJ 08753
At a glance
Accepts 23 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Works at Caring Medical
Affiliated with Ocean Medical Center
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
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Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Coronary Artery Disease
Chronic high blood pressure
Arthritis
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Chronic anemia
Coronary Artery Disease
Chronic high blood pressure
Arthritis
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
More about Dr. Benjamin Lessig, DO
**Dr. Benjamin Lessig is a Geriatrician treating patients who are 70 years and older**
Dr. Benjamin Lessig is an internist, family physician, and geriatrician treating patients in Toms River, New Jersey, and the surrounding communities. He has been in practice in the area since 2005 and makes it his goal to provide his patients with the highest quality of medical care. Dr. Lessig holds certification from the American Board of Family Physicians and is a member of professional organizations including the American Osteopathic Association, the American Geriatrics Society, and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.
For his undergraduate degree, Dr. Lessig attended the Rochester Institute of Technology. He pursued his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Lessig continued his medical education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he completed an internship program and received his residency training in family practice. He has also completed a geriatrics fellowship program at the University of Rochester School of Medicine.
Patients visiting Dr. Lessig can receive a full range of medical services. He specializes in Alzheimer’s disease, behavioral management, chronic medical conditions, competency evaluations, dementia care, depression, wound care, and preventative medicine. General medical consultations are also available.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Christ Hospital, Internship in Family Practice
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Christ Hospital, Residency in Family Practice
University of Rochester, Monroe Community Hospital, Fellowship in Geriatrics
Rochester Institute of Technology (Bachelor’s)
Practice
Caring Medical
Affiliation
Ocean Medical Center
Professional memberships
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
American Geriatrics Society
American Medical Directors Association
American Osteopathic Association
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1760477061
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
3.50
Bedside manner
5.00
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2 reviews
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Very good & to the point
More than 1 year agoPR
Very accomodating. Thank you.
More than 1 year agoKF
Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin Lessig affiliated with?
Dr. Benjamin Lessig is affiliated with Ocean Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Benjamin Lessig work with?
Dr. Benjamin Lessig works with Caring Medical.
Where is Dr. Benjamin Lessig's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Lessig's office is located at 409 Main St, Toms River, NJ 08753.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Lessig?
Dr. Benjamin Lessig frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Hearing Problems, Illness, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Lessig on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin Lessig speak?
Dr. Benjamin Lessig speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Benjamin Lessig in reviews?
2 patients have reviewed Dr. Benjamin Lessig. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.