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Dr. Thomas Benda, MD

Dr. Thomas Benda, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Benda, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Dubuque, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benda has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions, Sleep Apnea, and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center and Jackson County Regional Health Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

535 Cedar Cross Rd Dubuque, IA 52003
Telehealth available
(563) 588-0506

Dr. Benda is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benda specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Benda's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benda

4.3

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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Dave Ketelsen – Jul 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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AM Farrell – Aug 05, 2022
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mollie W. – Aug 05, 2022
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barb A Drees – Jun 20, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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John Paul Wirchnianski – Apr 26, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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tellitlikeitis in Davenport, IA – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive to treat my patients like a family member. I will try to get you to explain what is wrong in your own words, rather than starting with a diagnosis someone else has attached to you.  I will certainly address those diagnoses as well....read more

biography

Dr. Benda was born and raised in Dubuque, son of his mentor Dr. Thomas Benda Sr. , and a loving mother, Margaret. He is the middle child of a large Catholic family. He attended St. Columbkilles' parish and grade school, and Wahlert High School....read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

  • Rhinology

  • Allergy

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

  • Endocrine Surgery

  • Otology

  • Sinus Surgery

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  • University Chicago Pritzker School Med Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Case Western Reserve Univ, University Hosps Of Cleveland

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987

  • University Of Iowa

    Undergraduate School, 1983

  • Fellow American Academy Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery

  • Fellow American Rhinologic Society

  • Fellow, American Academy Of Otolaryngic Allergy

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Benda is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Dubuque Ent. Head & Neck Surgery PC535 Cedar Cross Rd Dubuque, IA 52003
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Jackson County Regional Health Center601 Hospital Dr Maquoketa, IA 52060
    2

    Practice

    Office310 N Grandview Ave Dubuque, IA 52001
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    Practice

    The Finley Hospital350 N Grandview Ave Dubuque, IA 52001
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center

      250 Mercy Dr
      Dubuque, IA 52001
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      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

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital

      350 N Grandview Ave
      Dubuque, IA 52001
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      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

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Jackson County Regional Health Center

      700 W Grove St
      Maquoketa, IA 52060

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

      91%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      14% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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