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Dr. Robert Benton, MD

Dr. Robert Benton, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Benton, MD is a cardiologist in Troy, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benton has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Practice

2231 Burdett Ave Ste 160 Troy, NY 12180

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Benton is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital Albany, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Benton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benton specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. See hospitals
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Dr. Benton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benton

4.4
58 ratings, 44 with a written review
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A gentleman and a scholar.
Dr. Benton treats me like an old friend and I always leave feeling great about myself, as Dr Benton can roll right into a therapist roll for his next act. Oh my ticker is doing great so he does heart stuff extremely well
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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Apr 24, 2025
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Dr. Benton spent time explaining my condition and made sure I understood everything.
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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Apr 17, 2025
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Outstanding!!!!!
Dr Benton is an outstanding person and Dr!!!! As someone who dreads going to see doctors, my visits to Dr Benton are very much the exception!!!!!! He is able to thoroughly listen, answer all my questions, alleviate any concerns I might have, while also adding an incredibly happy & funny personality and uplifting energy!!!!! I've never left a visit with Dr Benton without a laugh, huge smile & in a great mood!!!!! When visiting a Cardiologist could be an otherwise frightening experience, you will you be very blessed to have this great man be the Dr to guide you through it!!!!!!!
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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Apr 09, 2025
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My follow up visit from 2000 surgery. Pleased to know all is well Pleasant visit, always look forward to seeing Dr Benton
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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Apr 05, 2025
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5 stars
Very informative
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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Apr 03, 2025
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great visit with Dr. Benton
Always informative, pleasant and personable. Arrived in room very timely listens to my concerns and replies with clear answers and suggestions. I feel very confident when I leave his office that I have received the very best care possible Thank you Dr. Benton for all these years of exceptional care and attention
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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Vic Guerin – Apr 03, 2025
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Dr. Benton is always thorough and goes over everything. He is an excellent Dr. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a Cardiologist.
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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Mar 30, 2025
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magnificent man
Dr Benton is an 'available' human being. While he is my doctor, he also has become a friend I see annually. After we get the cardio talk out of the way, we tell one another who we are. Less a visit, more an encounter. Authentic. A treasure.
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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The Professor – Mar 23, 2025
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An outstanding physician
Dr. Benton has been my physician for more than two decades. He is an exceptional physician who truly cares about his patients.
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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Mar 21, 2025
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Professional, kind and caring
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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Mar 19, 2025
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Excellent physician
Easy to talk to. Answers any questions
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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Paul Dunkerley – Mar 17, 2025
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As usual visit went well ,Dr Benton has been my cardiologist since the it's I trust him , and consider him a good friend.
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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Andrew Avery – Mar 15, 2025
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Very likely Dr Benton is one of the best and grat
The appointment was right on time and very professional
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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Donald – Mar 07, 2025
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Will be disappointed to see Dr. Benton retire as he has always been very competent doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 06, 2025
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He is a very good doctor. When I explained what was going on he ordered tests for them to be done that same day, no waiting.
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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Feb 27, 2025
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Best Doctor Ever
I always enjoy my visits with Dr. Benton. He is very personable, and he remembers my son. He encourages me to be healthy and overall a great doctor.
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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Lynda – Feb 27, 2025
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Dr. Benton gave me accurate information, listened to me, and was encouraging.
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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Feb 22, 2025
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Comfortable Experience
Excellent visit, as usual. Dr. Benton has a very pleasant demeanor, as well as being extremely efficient. Assistant, check-in, check-out staff excellent as well. Thank you.
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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Patrick S. – Feb 21, 2025
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Best man around. So down to earth
Dr Benton is a kind caring respectful man. He is so funny and conversational not what you get from most specialists
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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ErinV – Feb 19, 2025
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Great cardiologist
I really appreciate the time Dr. Benton takes with his patients and that he listens. I never feel rushed or feel that any question I might have is not respected.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 13, 2025
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About Me

biography

Since 1997, Dr. Benton has practiced in Troy, NY and Albany, NY.  He is the Chief of Cardiology at Samaritan Hospital and is Past President of the Medical Staff. Dr. Benton is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and is a Fellow of the...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Georgetown University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • St Vincents Hospital Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Benton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates P.C.2231 Burdett Ave Ste 160 Troy, NY 12180
    1

    Practice

    Office7 Southwoods Blvd Ste 4 Albany, NY 12211
    2

    Practice

    Burdett Orthopedics PC2200 Burdett Ave Ste 202 Troy, NY 12180
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St Peter's Hospital

      315 S Manning Blvd
      Albany, NY 12208
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      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

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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