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Dr. Kent Benner, MD

Gastroenterology*
5.0 (16)
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47 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Kent Benner, MD

Dr. Kent Benner, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Portland, OR. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of California At Los Angeles and is affiliated with Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital and Providence Milwaukie Hospital. Dr. Benner, completed a residency at UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER. Patients rated Dr. Benner an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Benner works at McLaren Lapeer Region Medical Office Building in Portland, OR. They frequently treat conditions like Cirrhosis, Liver Damage from Alcohol and Alcoholic Cirrhosis 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. Benner's Office Locations

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    Gastroenterology East at Gateway
    1111 NE 99th Ave Ste 301, Portland, OR 97220 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (503) 963-2707

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  • Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
  • Providence Milwaukie Hospital

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Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
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Manometry
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Abdominal Disorders
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
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Autoimmune Diseases
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    About Dr. Kent Benner, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1649272451
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Oregon Health & Science University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER
    Residency
    Internship
    • UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER
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    Medical Education
    • University of California At Los Angeles
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Stanford University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Benner has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Benner works at McLaren Lapeer Region Medical Office Building in Portland, OR. View the full address on Dr. Benner’s profile.

    Dr. Benner has seen patients for Cirrhosis, Liver Damage from Alcohol and Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Benner on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Benner. 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. Benner.

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