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Dr. Benjamin Light, MD

Dr. Benjamin Light, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Benjamin Light, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Decatur, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Light has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of Il at Chicago in 1994. He is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1218 13th Ave SE Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 351-2000

Dr. Light is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Light specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Light's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Light

4.7

10 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
90%
90%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
10%
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nancy – Apr 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Huntsville , AL – Sep 20, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benjamin Light, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Decatur, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Light has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of Il at...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Il

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Il At Chicago

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Light is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Decatur Ent. Associates P C.1218 13th Ave SE Decatur, AL 35601
    1
    Surgery Center of Decatur1122 14th Ave SE Decatur, AL 35601
    2

    Practice

    Madison Surgery Center LLC460 Lanier Rd Madison, AL 35758
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Decatur Morgan Hospital

      1201 7th St SE
      Decatur, AL 35601

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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