Dr. Benjamin Kuhn, MD
Gastroenterologist
2705 N Highway 17 100 Mt Pleasant SC, 29466Rating
5/5
About
With over a decade of experience as a pediatric gastroenterologist, Dr. Kuhn is currently the Division Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Professor of Pediatrics at MUSC Children's Health, where he leads a team of dedicated and compassionate professionals who provide high-quality care to children with digestive disorders.
He is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist and a certified healthcare financial professional, with expertise in clinical research, healthcare management, and patient experience. His mission is to advance the field of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition through innovation, education, and collaboration. He contributes to multiple publications and studies on eosinophilic esophagitis, a rare and chronic condition that affects the esophagus. I has extensive expertise in Pediatric Patient Experience, where he implements strategies to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Education and Training
Cornell University BA 2000
Penn State Children's Hospital Fellowship in Pediatrics 2008
Cincinnati Children's Fellowship in Peds Gastro 2011
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 2005
Board Certification
Pediatric Gastroenterology (Pediatrics)
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Division Chief MUSC Children's Health 2022 - Present
- Professor of Pediatrics MUSC Children's Health 2022 - Present
- Regional Director of Pediatrics Geisinger 2016 - 2020
- Chair, Pediatric Patient Experience Committee Geisinger 2020 - 2022
Awards
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2022 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2021 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2020 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2019 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2018 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2016 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2015 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2014 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2013 Geisinger
- Top Patient Experience Clinician 2012 Geisinger
- "Top Doctor" 2019 Castle Connolly
- National Osteopathic Honors Society 2005 Sigma Sigma Phi
- Fellow 2023 North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (NASPGHAN)
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Malnutrition
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
- The American Academy of Pediatrics
- Healthcare Financial Management Association Certified
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Cornell Tradition
Fellowships
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- The North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (NASPGHAN-F) [FELLOW]The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) [FELLOW]
Areas of research
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Areas of research
Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Diseases
Dr. Benjamin Kuhn, MD's Practice location
MUSC Children's Health Specialty Care Mt Pleasant
2705 N Highway 17 100 -Mt Pleasant, SC 29466Get Direction
MUSC Children's Health Specialty Care Summerville
4330 Ladson Road -Summerville, SC 29485Get Direction
MUSC Children's Health Summey Medical Pavilion
2250 Mall Drive -North Charleston, SC 29406Get Direction
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
10 McClennan Banks Dr -Charleston, SC 29425Get Direction
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