Dr. Scott M Benson DO
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
85 Seymour St Suite 900 Hartford CT, 06106About
Dr. Scott Benson is a nephrologist practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Benson specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Benson most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
University of New England, Armidale 2005
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Maine Medical Center - Nephrology 2008
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