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Dr. Robert Benish, MD

Dr. Robert Benish, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Benish, MD is a gastroenterologist in Richlands, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benish has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Clinch Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1 Clinic Dr Richlands, VA 24641

Make an Appointment

(276) 964-6771

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Benish is affiliated with Clinch Valley Medical Center Richlands, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Benish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Benish specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Benish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benish

3.8

17 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
59%
59%
4 Star
12%
12%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
24%
24%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Martha Boyer in Galax, VA – Sep 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Robert n Michelle Hannah in Galax,Va – Jan 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Charlottesville, VA – Oct 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
jim in Galax, VA – Jul 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Galax VA – Jul 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Benish, MD is a gastroenterologist in Richlands, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benish has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Autonomous University Of Guadalajara School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Benish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Clinch Valley Physicians1 Clinic Dr Richlands, VA 24641
    1

    Practice

    Health First Palm Bay Hospital1425 Malabar Rd NE Palm Bay, FL 32907
    2
    Office3300 S Fiske Blvd Rockledge, FL 32955
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Clinch Valley Medical Center

      6801 Governor Gc Peery Hwy
      Richlands, VA 24641
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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