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Dr. Christopher Benson is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 35 years of experience treating heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage complex cardiovascular health challenges. Dr. Benson is bilingual, providing care in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Benson practices at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown in Iowa City, Iowa. He specializes in treating cardiomyopathy and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His approach includes comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs and exercises designed to help patients recover and strengthen their heart health following cardiac events.
Dr. Benson practices at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown in Iowa City, Iowa. He specializes in treating cardiomyopathy and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His approach includes comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs and exercises designed to help patients recover and strengthen their heart health following cardiac events.
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Quick Facts
- 35 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Minnesota Medical School
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher J Benson has 2 locationsUniversity Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown
500 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245 Tel: (319) 339-0300
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher J Benson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher J Benson has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher J Benson holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Benson's NPI number is 1225026859.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Christopher Benson speak?
- Dr. Christopher Benson speaks Spanish and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Benson affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Benson is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown.
- Does Dr. Christopher Benson accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Benson accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Christopher Benson accepting new patients?
- Dr. Christopher Benson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Christopher Benson's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Benson's office is located at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52242.
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