Dr. Benjamin Abernathy Aiken, MD

Dr. Benjamin Aiken is a family medicine physician who also practices hospital medicine, bringing 13 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the Mountain Area Health Education Center. His dual specialty allows him to provide comprehensive primary care while also treating hospitalized patients who require inpatient medical management.

Dr. Aiken is affiliated with Mission Hospital and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus, practicing in Asheville, North Carolina. He treats patients with allergies and allergic rhinitis, helping them manage seasonal and environmental sensitivities. His expertise includes allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy, which can help reduce allergic reactions over time. He also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans when appropriate for patient recovery and wellness.