Summary

Dr. Benton Murphy is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients' vision and eye health. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. With 49 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Murphy has developed extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Murphy practices at multiple locations throughout Pueblo and Alamosa, Colorado, and maintains hospital affiliations with Rio Grande Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating astigmatism, cataracts, and diabetic eye disease. He performs comprehensive eye exams to help diagnose and monitor various vision concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise in preserving and improving vision health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 49 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Benton Franklin Murphy has 6 locations

Rocky Mountain Eye Center

27 Montebello RdPueblo, CO 81001
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Rocky Mountain Eye Center

2509 Main StAlamosa, CO 81101
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rocky Mountain Laser & Surgery Center LLC

1402 Fortino BlvdPueblo, CO 81008
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rocky Mountain Eye Center

3954 Sandalwood LnPueblo, CO 81005
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Saint Mary Corwin Medical Center

1008 Minnequa AvePueblo, CO 81004

Parkview Health System

400 W 16th StPueblo, CO 81003

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Dr. Benton Franklin Murphy, MDDr. Cory W Smith, MDDr. Narine ViruniDr. James Benjamin Fowler
OphthalmologyOptometryOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
49 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Pueblo , COPueblo , COBaltimore , MDPueblo , CO
Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Benton Franklin Murphy

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Benton Franklin Murphy has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benton Franklin Murphy has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

Medical School

Creighton University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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