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Dr. Mary Benson, MD

Dr. Mary Benson, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Mary Benson, MD is a general surgeon in Pensacola, FL. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast and Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola. She is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

5147 N 9th Ave Ste 203 Pensacola, FL 32504

Make an Appointment

(850) 476-6110

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Benson is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Miramar Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benson specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Benson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benson

4.2
17 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
18%
18%

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Very happy
Dr. Benson and her staff are knowledgeable and friendly. They explained things in layman's terms. The appointment wait was minimal and I felt as if my time was respected by her and her staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dolphinteer – Jun 27, 2023
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Surgery
Dr. Benson is a very skilled and knowledgeable surgeon with a very good bedside manner she answers your questions and concerns and make sure you have the best healthcare possible five stars*****
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2023
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Surgery
Dr Benson showed me how skilled professional in presenting my procedure who was recommended by my PCM and glad she did. She made confident in her explanation and dedication that things will be allright. She is Tops was happy to have her as my physisian Thanks Dr Benson.??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Surgery – Mar 03, 2023
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horrible dr. told me nothing was wrong. turns out i have a foot of dead colon that has to be removed. thank goodness i went to another gi dr instead of continuing with her
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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lindsay e cameron – Feb 07, 2021
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Wonderful dr I couldn’t even explain how much she cared for me made sure nurses did there job.. I would suggest her to anyone!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Brandi L – Apr 04, 2020
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I would highly suggest using Dr. Benson. She did an excellent job with my surgery. I felt from the moment I first met her, I was in good hands and that is exactly how my whole experience was.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Vanessa Lowery – Jan 29, 2020
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Do not use the person! She is a bully and over steps her authority as a surgeon. She refused surgery because she said I need to do an biopsy that has nothing to do with her. She was receiving appointment notes from my oncologist. Dr. Benson has took it upon herself to dictate what I should and shouldn’t do. She is not an oncologist, therefore what happens between a person and their doctor is NOT her concern. You don’t need this type of doctor in your healthcare.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 25, 2019
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DR. BENSON IS ONE OF THE MOST TALENTED AND CARING GENERAL SURGEON. She has done multiple surgeries on friends and family!! She is one of the BEST!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Tony in Pensacola, FL – Apr 08, 2017
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Was in a serious car accident on Hwy 87. Air lifted to Sacred Heart. She put me all back together again. Never saw her to even thank her, but the gratitude is now passed to here.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Milton, FL – Sep 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

In 2017, Dr. Benson was recognized by Professional Research Consultants (PRC) as a "Five Star" healthcare provider who scored in the top 10% nationally on patient surveys where patients were asked to rate the care they received. Awards are based...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Internship Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast

    7800 US Highway 98 W
    Miramar Beach, FL 32550
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

    5151 N 9th Ave
    Pensacola, FL 32504
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Santa Rosa Medical Center

    6002 Berryhill Rd
    Milton, FL 32570

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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