Dr. Leon Benson, MD
Hand Surgeon
371.0 mi · 1144 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
At a glance
Accepts 6 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Northwestern University Medical School
Works at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
4 office locations
Affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Office locations
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Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
363.7 mi · 1144 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091
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Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
371.0 mi · 2401 Ravine Way, Glenview, IL, 60025
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Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
380.3 mi · 1450 Busch Parkway, #115, Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
More about Dr. Leon Benson, MD
Dr. Benson has served as a public education spokesperson for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons for the past ten years and he has been interviewed by national media sources, including print, radio and television, more than 100 times during that time. He has also been interviewed live on national talk shows including "Good Morning, America" and "The Today Show". As of February 2009, Dr. Benson will be serving as Chairman of the Academy's Public Relations Oversight Group.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Northwestern University Medical School
Northwestern University (Residency)
Harvard University (Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship)
Practice
Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
Affiliation
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Professional memberships
Secretary, Illinois Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Vice President, Professional Staff, NorthShore University Healthsystem
Vice- Chair, Communications Cabinet, American Academy of Orthopaedics Surgeons
Media Spokesperson for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member, CPT/RUC Committee, American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
"Orthopaedic Pearls: A Practical Guide for the Efficient Houseofficer" by Leon S. Benson, M.D. Published by F.A. Davis Company, Philadelpha, Pennsylvania. First printing June, 1999. 402 pages. Second printing July, 2000.
"History and Physical Examination of the Hand," in: Crucial Elements of Hand Surgery, edited by John Seiler III, M.D. Published by the American Society for Surgery for Surgery of the Hand, Rosemont, Illinois, 2004.
"Lateral Epicondylitis", in: Crucial Elements of Hand Surgery, edited by John Seiiler III, M.D. Published by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Rosemont, Illinois, 2004.
"Medial Epicondylitis", in: Crucial Elements of Hand Surgery, edited by John Seiiler III, M.D. Published by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Rosemont, Illinois, 2004.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1669428306
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Which hospital is Dr. Leon Benson affiliated with?
Dr. Leon Benson is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Leon Benson work with?
Dr. Leon Benson works with Illinois Bone & Joint Institute.
Where is Dr. Leon Benson's office located?
Dr. Leon Benson has 4 office locations, including in Glenview, Wilmette, and Buffalo Grove, view full addresses on Dr. Benson's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leon Benson have?
Dr. Leon Benson is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Leon Benson?
Dr. Leon Benson frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Hand Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation, and Shoulder Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Leon Benson on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Leon Benson speak?
Dr. Leon Benson speaks English.