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Dr. Al Benson, MD

Medical Oncology*
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small Chicago, IL
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48 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Al Benson, MD

Dr. Al Benson, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 48 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Benson, completed a residency at University of Wisconsin Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Benson an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Benson works at Northwestern Medical Group in Chicago, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Retroperitoneum Cancer, Endocrine Gland Cancer and Neuroendocrine Tumors along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Benson's Office Locations

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    Robert H Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Ctr
    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 21-100, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-0990

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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Retroperitoneum Cancer
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Cholangiocarcinoma
Esophageal Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
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Liver Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Bladder Cancer
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Illeum Cancer
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Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Biliary Tract Cancer
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Breast Cancer
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Carcinoid Syndrome
Coagulation Disorders
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemophilia
Hemophilia A
Hypothalamus Cancer
Leukocytosis
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Medulloblastoma
Melanoma
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Meningiomas
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 1 (MEN 1)
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nodular Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Pancytopenia
Pheochromocytoma
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Cancer
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Prostate Cancer
Reticulosarcoma
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Skin Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vulvar Cancer
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Thoracentesis
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    About Dr. Al Benson, MD

    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 48 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1891761532
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Wisconsin Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Wisconsin Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. Benson has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Benson works at Northwestern Medical Group in Chicago, IL. View the full address on Dr. Benson’s profile.

    Dr. Benson has seen patients for Retroperitoneum Cancer, Endocrine Gland Cancer and Neuroendocrine Tumors, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Benson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    2 patients have reviewed Dr. Benson. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Benson.

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