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Dr. Thomas Benton, MD

Dr. Thomas Benton, MD

Pediatrics*

Dr. Thomas Benton, MD is a pediatrician in Gainesville, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Biography

"Dr. Benton graduated from the University of Florida in 1985. He completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, Texas) in 1988. He has been in private practice in Gainesville ever since. He is also an..."

- Dr. Thomas Benton, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Benton specializes in the area of Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Benton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benton

3.3

14 ratings, 4 with a written review
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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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Gainesville, FL – Dec 29, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Gainesville, FL – Dec 13, 2016
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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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Gainesville, FL – Jun 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benton graduated from the University of Florida in 1985. He completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, Texas) in 1988. He has been in private practice in Gainesville ever since. He is also an Adjunct Clinical Assistant...read more
  • Pediatrics

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  • Baylor University

    Residency Hospital
  • Baylor University

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

    6500 W Newberry Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32605
    Recipient of 80
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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