Summary

Dr. Leon Benson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery. He completed his medical degree at Northwestern University Medical School and went on to complete his residency at Northwestern University in 1990. Dr. Benson furthered his expertise through a Harvard Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship in 1991. With 41 years of experience in orthopedic care, he provides comprehensive treatment for complex hand and upper extremity conditions. Dr. Benson is fluent in Spanish and Korean.

Dr. Benson practices at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute with locations in Glenview and Wilmette, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Glenbrook Hospital. He treats a wide range of conditions including wrist fractures and arm fractures. His surgical expertise includes procedures for arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and Dupuytren's contracture. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 41 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • Harvard Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship
  • 5 written reviews
  • 5 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Leon Benson has 2 locations

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

2401 Ravine WayGlenview, IL 60025
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

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

521 Green Bay Rd # 2Wilmette, IL 60091
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

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Leon Benson, MDDr. Keith E. Schroeder, MDDr. Vivek Mohan, MDDr. Daniel David Bohl, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
4.8 
4.3 
41 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks Spanish
Glenview , ILBartlett , ILSchaumburg , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Medical School Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University of Illinois Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leon Benson

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Specialty Expertise

Leon Benson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Broken Bones (Bone Fractures)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • General Orthopedics
  • Hand Surgeon
  • Joint Surgery (Joint Prosthesis Implantation Arthroplasty)
  • Lacerations
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Shoulder And Elbow Orthopedic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Leon Benson holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Harvard Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship in 1991.

Residency

Completed their residency at Northwestern University in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Medical School in 1985.

NPI Number

Leon Benson's NPI number is 1669428306.

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Leon Benson's office is located at 2401 Ravine Way, Glenview, IL, 60025.
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