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Dr. Mark Benfield, MD

Pediatric Nephrology* Age 67
Dr. Mark Benfield, MD
4.3 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Mark Benfield, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. Mark Benfield, MD
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Dr. Mark Benfield, MD

Pediatric Nephrology* Age 67
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Mark Benfield, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL.

About

Dr. Benfield graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Mark Benfield, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL and has 40 years experience. Dr. Benfield currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Andalusia Health, Athens-Limestone Hospital, Children's of Alabama, Decatur Morgan Hospital, Huntsville Hospital, Marshall Medical Center South, Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center, Russell Medical Center, Saint Vincent's Saint Clair and Vaughan Regional Medical Center. At present, Dr. Benfield received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Benfield's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Benfield accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Glomerulonephritis
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Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
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Nephritis and Nephropathy
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Wegener's Granulomatosis
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
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Renal Biopsy
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Locations

  1. 1 Pediatric Nephrology of Alabama PC
    1425 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd S Ste 206, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 623-1090
  2. 2 Office
    1948 AL Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058
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  3. 3 Office
    1425 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd S, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  4. 4 Madison Surgery Center LLC
    460 Lanier Rd, Madison, AL 35758
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4.3
Based on 9 Reviews
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Nov 13, 2020
Dr. Benfield is knowledgeable and has much experience in dealing with teenage hypertension patients. He listens and answers all questions patiently. His manner is kind and reassuring. My teenage daughter felt very comfortable with him. Highly recommend.
— Nov 13, 2020
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Specialties*
Pediatric Nephrology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Children's Hospital
    1985
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Minnesota
    1990
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Mark Benfield, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Benfield's profile.

Dr. Mark Benfield, MD is affiliated with Andalusia Health, Athens-Limestone Hospital, Children's of Alabama, Decatur Morgan Hospital, Huntsville Hospital, Marshall Medical Center South, Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center, Russell Medical Center, Saint Vincent's Saint Clair and Vaughan Regional Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Andalusia Health

    849 S Three Notch St, Andalusia, AL

  • Athens-Limestone Hospital

    700 W Market St, Athens, AL

  • Children's of Alabama

    1600 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL

  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE, Decatur, AL

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431, Boaz, AL

  • Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center

    400 E 10th St, Anniston, AL

  • Russell Medical Center

    3316 Highway 280, Alexander City, AL

  • Saint Vincent's Saint Clair

    7063 Veterans Pkwy, Pell City, AL

  • Vaughan Regional Medical Center

    1015 Medical Center Pkwy, Selma, AL