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Dr. Christen Benke, DO

Family Medicine* Age 44
Dr. Christen Benke, DO
3.4 (21 Ratings)

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Dr. Christen Benke, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. Christen Benke, DO

Family Medicine* Age 44
Encinitas, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christen Benke, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Encinitas, CA.

About

Dr. Benke graduated from Western University of Health Sciences and completed a residency at UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest. Dr. Christen Benke, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Encinitas, CA. Dr. Benke currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. At present, Dr. Benke received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Benke's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Benke also speaks French. Dr. Benke is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    354 Santa Fe Dr # 100, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 230-2251
  2. 2 Del Mar Medical Clinic
    12395 El Camino Real Ste 120, San Diego, CA 92130
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 793-2727
  3. 3 Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories
    15004 Innovation Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 605-7180
  4. 4 Scripps Clinic John R Anderson V Medical Pavillion
    9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 824-5373
  5. 5 Scripps Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center
    3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 764-3000

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3.4
Based on 21 Reviews
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1 Star (7)

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Jul 03, 2024
Dr. Benke is a fantastic PCP who is always pleasant, kind, and interested to know how my health is impacting my life. She takes her time and always makes you feel like you and your health matter to her. I couldn't be happier with her care.
ILM — Jul 03, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Western University of Health Sciences
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
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Internship

Internship
  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest
    2006
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Residency

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  • UCSD Medical Center - Hillcrest
    2008
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christen Benke, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Benke's profile.

Dr. Christen Benke, DO is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Yes, Dr. Christen Benke, DO holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA