RATINGS & REVIEWS
The provider star rating is calculated using patient reponses to the five care provider questions in our patient satisfaction survey. Below you can see the provider's star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback.
Comments
1/26/2024Dr. Benton is the absolute best! He genuinely listens to any concerns I have and ensures top quality care.
1/25/2024
My primary care doctor takes care of all the health issues.
1/21/2024
Dr. Benton shows an interest in the patient's physical condition and always seeks information that will help with diagnosis and treatment.
1/21/2024
Everything went well which is normal but Dr Benton could use more help so that he isn't behind so often
1/21/2024
Outstanding care.
1/20/2024
Always feel dr Benton is very caring about my health. He always goes beyond the norm when it comes to my health. He is great Doctor
1/19/2024
Dr Benton is very thorough, efficient and friendly. He is a good listener and you get the feeling that he really cares about his patients. He is a doctor with a heart what's not easily found anymore. Thank you Dr Benton
1/16/2024
Dr Benton is excellent. He is always very attentive, curious and alert to my issues.
1/11/2024
Dr. Benton always listens to my inputs then determines a course of action to follow for a positive outcome.
1/06/2024
Always concerned about my welfare.
1/01/2024
Everyone was great
12/30/2023
Dr. Benton is excellent. He listens, is thoughtful, and addresses the issue.
12/22/2023
I have already recommended Dr Benton to several friends and family members. Very caring and knowledgeable physician.
12/20/2023
I we had several physicians through all the years, Dr Benton is by far the best. He is listening, compassionate and knowledgeable.He really cares about his patients what you almost don't find anymore. I can highly recommend him, what we already do.
12/15/2023
Dr Benton is great!
12/05/2023
Always he is wonderful
12/04/2023
Good
11/25/2023
Dr Benton is the best family physician we have known. We recommend him to everyone.
11/17/2023
Great staff. Accommodating and responsive. Dr. Benton listens to concerns about reason for visit, and plan of care.
11/17/2023
Dr. Benton made me feel very comfortable which is rare for a first visit.
Location(s)
Family Medicine & Walk In Care - Navarre
DEPARTMENT OF BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Baptist Medical Park - Navarre8880 Navarre Parkway
Suite: 106
Navarre FL , 32566
Phone: 850.437.8800
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Biography
Dr. Mark Benton is a board certified family medicine physician who offers quality, convenient primary care and walk-in care at Baptist Medical Park – Navarre. Prior to completing his residency and board certification in family medicine, Dr. Benton served in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Aviator, an instructor pilot, and a flight surgeon. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 2011 after 22 years of service. He and his dedicated staff welcome patients with traditional family medicine appointments and walk-ins every weekday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Medical Education
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Family Medicine
Naval Hospital
Pensacola, FL
Board Certifications
Family Medicine
Professional Memberships
Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons
American Osteopathic Association
American Medical Association
American Academy of Family Physicians
Certified DOT Medical Examiner
Additional Information
Prior to completing his residency and board certification in family medicine, Dr. Benton served in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Aviator, an instructor pilot, and a flight surgeon. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 2011 after 22 years of service. He has been married to his wife Ellen (a Pensacola native) for over 27 years and has four children.
Dr. Benton accepts patients 2 years and up.
Meet your Doctor
What led you to become a doctor or choose your focus of medicine?
I always wanted to be a doctor and serve people.
What is something about you that only your patients would know?
I consider it the highest privilege to be involved in patient care. There is no greater honor than earning the trust of a patient and his/her family. Our practice is designed to meet the needs of our patients at any time.
How would a patient describe you?
Compassionate, a good listener and a family man.
What is the most important factor in a doctor/patient relationship?
Confidentiality, common ground and teaching evidence based medicine.
What can a patient expect when they have you as a doctor?
That I will practice evidence based medicine and continuity of care.