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Shawn Bench, MD
4.9
Medical doctor (MD)
General surgery
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Shawn Bench, MD
4.9
Medical doctor (MD)
General surgery
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
Location and phone
San Diego Surgical Specialists
7910 Frost St.
Suite 250
San Diego, CA 92123-2765
Get directions858-565-0104
Fax: 858-565-0194
Care schedule
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About Shawn Bench, MD
I decided to become a physician to cure diseases and improve my patients' quality of life. I provide a minimally invasive, bloodless approach to all types of surgery and have been designated a Surgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation. In my spare time, I enjoy off-roading and spending time with my family. The Sharp Experience means efficient, personalized care of the highest quality.
Age: 47
Gender: Male
Languages: Arabic, English, Spanish
Education
Kern Medical Center: Internship
St. George's University: Medical School
Kern Medical Center: Residency
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Biopsy
- Bloodless medicine
- Cancer surgery
- Colon surgery
- Fistula repair
- Gallbladder surgery
- Gastric bypass
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia repair
- Hernia repair - robotic assisted
- Laparoscopic colectomy
- Laparoscopic intra-abdominal surgery
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Pilonidal cyst
- Robotic-assisted surgery
- Robotic-assisted surgery - gallbladder
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1669700753
Patient Portal
Insurance plans accepted
Shawn Bench, MD, accepts 15 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
44 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
5.0
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
February 24, 2025
5.0
Dr. Bench was wonderful. Very informative, a good listener and kind -
Verified Patient
January 21, 2025
5.0
Dr. Bench was very thorough in his explanation of the procedure and demonstrated a great deal of compassion and understanding to support a patient centered environment.
Verified Patient
January 9, 2025
5.0
Fantastic dr.
Verified Patient
November 20, 2024
5.0
Very good
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Special recognitions
Guardian Angel recognitions
Shawn Bench, MD, has received Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Shawn Bench, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Guardian Angel recognitions
Shawn Bench, MD, has received Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Shawn Bench, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Featured in Sharp Health News
Shawn Bench, MD, has been featured as a medical expert in Sharp Health News.
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