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Biography
Dr. Joseph Benevento is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical management of diseases affecting the retina and vitreous. He comes to Ochsner Health with years of experience in clinical practice and training residents and fellows at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and the Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. His clinical interests include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, retinal vascular disease, ocular trauma, and other disorders of the retina.
Dr. Benevento utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and performs the full range of retinal procedures in the office and hospital settings including the scleral buckle, small incision sutureless vitrectomy, laser treatments and intraocular injections.
A graduate of Yale University and New York Medical College, Dr. Benevento completed his residency in ophthalmology at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Chicago. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national and international meetings, and he has participated in numerous clinical trials.
Education and Training
Medical School
New York Medical College
Internship
Winthrop-University Hospital
Field of Study: Internal Medicine
Residency
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Field of Study: Ophthalmology
Fellowship
University of Chicago
Field of Study: Vitreoretinal Surgery
Certifications
- American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology
Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews
To obtain patient ratings and comments, we partner with Press Ganey, an independent patient satisfaction company that works with more than 26,000 healthcare organizations to improve the patient experience. These patient verified ratings are based on the “likelihood to recommend” physician scores on the nationally developed Medical Practice Survey. Actual top box results for this question are translated to a 1-5 scale, and the star scores are measured on that scale, with 5 being the best score.
I would definitely recommend him to anyone. Very thorough and he explained each step throughout the process.
I really respect and appreciate my doctor. He's very sensitive, and shows concern for me and, sympathize with me and my condition.
Very informative and knowledgeable
Kept doing different scans to find out what my problem was
Dr. Benevento has been my provider since he came to Ochsner. He is an excellent physician and very considerate of my tolerance of laser treatments.i think th world of him...professional but very caring.
Great
Excellent listener
Good
I would definitely recommend Dr Benevento
He has an excellent chair side manner. His voice is soothing. He ask questions about my eyes, goes over the test results, and the treatment that I will be getting. Explains what he is doing as he does it. Makes sure I am ok after procedure. Tells me that he will see me again in 3 months, unless I need to see him sooner. Great Dr.
Excellent Dr.
Care I received was excellent. Knowledgeable and compassionate
Great.
The doctor was thorough, articulate & informative every step of the way. Very reassuring.
Dr. Benevento excels at all aspects of my care. I am very grateful to him. I trust that I am receiving the absolute best possible care for my eyes.
I was treated with respect. Professional
Dr. Benevento is a caring, concerned & excellent physician.
Great
Dr. Benevento is superb.
Excellent
Losing your vision is not an easy thing to discuss. Dr Benevento is always encouraging and honest.
Answered all my questions. Professional and compassionate.
I confidently recommended Dr Benevento to an elderly patient with similar eye health issues.
