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Dr. Monica Benavides, MD

Dr. Monica Benavides, MD

Cardiology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Monica Benavides, MD is a cardiologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 2008. She is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (7 reviews)

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

200 Delafield Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15215
(412) 781-4860

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Benavides is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benavides specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Benavides' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benavides

4.7
7 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
86%
86%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
14%
14%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
0%
0%

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Dr Monica is very good at listening and answering any questions or concerns my mom had and even answered my questions we both love her
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 24, 2024
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This was my first in office visit with Dr. Benevides. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Sympathetic to my medical history and interest in potential preventive medical treatments and that better informed her prescription.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 03, 2024
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Dr. Benavides was very attentive, informative and professional. She provided facts and options which underscored my confidence in my treatment plan.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 26, 2024
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Complete dialog concerning my condition
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 02, 2024
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Doctor was very clear and easy to talk to. Very comfortable
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2024
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visit less than satisfying
I had an appointment with Dr. Benevides and I found her to be very rushed. Rather than explaining test results or spending time answering questions, she launched into a description of the condition and recommended that I call her when I am ready for the next steps. Did not ask if I had questions or how I was feeling. The office staff was less than pleasant and the medical assistant had me hop up on the exam table with my feet off the floor and my arms dangling to measure blood pressure. I expected more from the visit and the office. Maybe a bad dayat the office but I am not going back
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dr. Benavides is really wonderful. It is my own fault that I failed to ask questions about the many tests I had done. Hindsight is 20/20, as they say
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 24, 2024
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About Me

biography

Monica Benavides, MD, is a cardiologist and is certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine....read more

  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Locations

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute200 Delafield Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15215
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UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute1800 Union Ave Ste B Natrona Heights, PA 15065
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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.

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

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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