James E. Benson, MD| Womens Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology | MedStar Health
About me
James Edward Benson, MD, is an obstetrician-gynecologist and assistant professor of gynecology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Benson is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). He is an active fellow with the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG).
Dr. Benson provides primary obstetrical care for a wide variety of pregnancies, including high-risk such as twins, comanaging with MFM subspecialists. He treats gynecological conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding and ovarian cysts. If a surgical intervention is needed, he performs office-based procedures as well as laparoscopic and traditional open surgery. He believes that an integral part of being a doctor is educating his patients so, together, they can determine the best course of care. He prides himself on really getting to know his patients and taking the time to develop a trusting relationship with them. Dr. Benson's specialty offers a unique opportunity to achieve meaningful outcomes for his patients. Dr. Benson is also passionate about teaching the next generation of physicians and has won awards for excellence in both resident and medical student education.
Outside of work, Dr. Benson spends time with his family. He and his wife have three children. Dr. Benson believes that his personal life has helped him to better understand and treat his patients.
Clinical areas of focus
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Colposcopy
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
- Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Prenatal Care
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- 3Rd Degree Vaginal Laceration
- 4Th Degree Vaginal Laceration
- Abdominal Dermoid Cyst
- Abnormal Breast
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Adnexal Mass
- Advanced Maternal Age
- Amenorrhea
- Anemia Of Pregnancy
- Anovulation
- Anovulatory Bleeding
- Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Atypical Glandular Cells Of Undetermined Significance
- Atypical Squamous Cells Of Undetermined Significance On Pap Smear
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Bartholin Gland Cyst
- Benign Breast Lump
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding During Pregnancy
- Breast Lump
- Cervical Cancer
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Cervical Polyp
- Cervicitis
- Chlamydia
- Chlamydia Female Only
- Cholestasis Of Pregnancy
- Cystitis
- Dermoid Cyst
- Dysmenorrhea
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Endometrial Cancer
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Endometriosis
- Endometritis
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Female Genital Problems
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibroids
- Follicular Cyst Of Ovary
- Foreign Body (VAGINA)
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Gestational Diabetes
- Gonorrhea
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Gynecologic Disorders Of Athletes
- Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
- Hellp Syndrome
- Hgsil Pap
- History Of Severe Preeclampsia
- HIV In Pregnancy
- Hot Flashes
- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
- Hydrosalpinx
- Hypertensive Disorders Of Pregnancy
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction Fetus
- Irregular Menstruation
- Laceration Of Vagina
- Leiomyoma
- Lgsil Pap
- Lichen Sclerosus
- Mastitis
- Maternal Obesity
- Menometrorrhagia
- Menopause
- Menorrhagia
- Menstrual Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders In Athletes
- Menstrual Migraines
- Menstruation
- Missed Periods
- Morning Sickness
- Multiple Gestations
- Nausea Of Pregnancy
- Nuchal Cord
- Oligomenorrhea
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Mass
- Ovarian Torsion
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Pelvic Mass
- Perimenopause
- Personal History Of Stillbirth
- Placenta Accreta
- Placenta Previa
- Placental Abruption
- Placental Disorders
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Mastitis
- Postpartum Thyroiditis
- Preeclampsia
- Pregnancy
- Premature Ovarian Failure
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Preterm Labor
- Preterm Premature Rupture Of Membranes
- Pruritic Urticarial Papules And Plaques Of Pregancy (PUPP)
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Retained Tampon
- Rh Incompatibility
- Salpingo-Oophoritis
- Secondary Amenorrhea
- Severe Preeclampsia
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD)
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Pregnancy
- Shortened Cervix
- Spontaneous Abortion
- Squamous Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Stillbirth
- Teen Pregnancy
- Tubo Ovarian Abscess
- Twins
- Umbilical Cord Prolapse
- Uterine Bleeding
- Uterine Cancer
- Uterine Myoma
- Uterine Polyp
- Vaginal Atrophy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Candidiasis
- Vaginal Cyst
- Vaginal Discharge
- Vaginal Dryness
- Vaginal Infections
- Vaginal Infections During Pregnancy
- Vaginal Irritation
- Vaginitis
- Vasa Previa
- Vulvar Abscess
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Disease
- Vulvitis
- Well Woman Visit
Procedures I perform
- Antepartum And Postpartum Care
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Breast Examination
- Breastfeeding Support
- Cancer Risk Reduction Surgery
- Cervical Biopsy
- Cervical Conization
- Cesarean Section
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy Of Cervix
- Colposcopy
- Cryotherapy Of The Cervix
- Dilation And Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Fetal Ultrasound
- First Trimester Screening
- Gynecological Exam
- Gynecological Surgery
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Vaccination
- Hysterectomy
- Hysteroscopic Intrauterine Device (IUD) Removal
- Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
- Hysteroscopy
- Labor And Delivery
- Lactation Support
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingo Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
- Menstrual Suppression
- Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
- Myomectomy
- Natural Birth
- Office Gynecology
- Online Obgyn
- Oophorectomy
- Ovarian Cystectomy
- Pap Smear
- Partial Hysterectomy
- Post Partum Check Up
- Postpartum Care
- Preconception Counseling
- Pregnancy Blood Test
- Pregnancy Counseling
- Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Testing
- Prenatal Ultrasound Scan
- Preventative Women Healthcare
- Prophylactic Oophorectomy
- Reproductive Health
- Routine Gynecological Care
- Salpingectomy
- Suture Removal
- Uterine Surgery
- Vaginal Biopsy
- Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Section
- Vaginal Delivery
- Vaginal Health
- Women's Health
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- Kaiser Medicare Plus
- Police and Fire Clinic
- United Choice
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- United Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- Kaiser Select
- Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS)
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO)
- Aetna Open HMO/Open HMO Option/Open EPO Plus
- United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO)
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- Cigna Preferred Medicare
- United Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- Aetna Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP
- Cigna POS/Network POS
- Kaiser Flexible Choice
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- Cigna POS Open Access & Open Access Plus
- Aetna HMO
- I-SNP
- Private Health Care Systems (PHCS) (PPO)
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA
- Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus
- Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO) |
- Innovation Health: POS
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- CareFirst NASCO
- Cigna HMO Open Access
- Tricare East Prime
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network (VA CCN)
- Kaiser Signature
- United Golden Rule
- United MD IPA Preferred (POS)
- Tricare for Life East
- Kaiser Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- Carefirst EPO
- Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus
- United Navigate
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- Aetna HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- CareFirst Administrators
- Carefirst BlueChoice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- Cigna Indemnity
- Innovation Health: Network Only Plus
- Innovation Health: PPO
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- Cigna Network Open Access
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- Virginia Premier
- Beech Street PPO
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- Medicaid - Maryland
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- United Optimum Choice
- Innovation Health: Open POS Plus
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- United MD IPA (HMO)
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Kaiser Select-Added Choice
- Cigna PPO and PPO Plus
- United Select Plus (POS)
- HumanaChoice Honor’s plan PPO
- Kaiser Permanente Signature-Added Choice
- United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- Traditional Medicare Fee for Service
- Innovation Health: Indemnity
- HumanaChoice PPO
- Innovation Health: POS Plus
- Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS)
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- HealthyBlue PPO
- United Student Resources
- United AARP Medicare Complete
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- D-SNP)
- United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN)
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- Anthem Plus BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- United Mamsi Life & Health
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- Innovation Health: Open POS II
- Tricare East Select
- CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans)
- Cigna Choice Fund PPO
- Kaiser HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- Carefirst BlueChoice HMO
- CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced
- Cigna EPO
- Cigna HMO & Network (HMO)
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- United Erickson Advantage Plans
- Aetna Choice POS & Choice POS II
- Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus)
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- Anthem HMO - BCBS of VA HealthKeepers
- Medicaid - District of Columbia
- Medicaid - Virginia
- Carefirst BlueChoice Open Access
- Anthem (POS & Open Access POS) BCBS of VA HealthKeepers
- WellPoint Maryland
- Tricare Reserve Select
- United Group Medicare Advantage Plans
- United Core Essential (HMO)
- United Choice Plus
- Carefirst BlueChoice Opt Out Open Access
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- First Health PPO
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
Education
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Residency Program: MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (2010)
Internship Program: MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (2007)
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Medicine (2006)