Dr. James Benner, MD
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Dr. James Benner, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Dr. James Benner, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Charleston, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Benner has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Procedures and Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He graduated from Temple University - Philadelphia PA in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center and Trident Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
Palmetto Cardiovascular and Thoracic Associates
At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise • Dr. Benner specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Benner's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benner
4.0
| 5 Star | 73% | 73% |
| 4 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 3 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 23% | 23% |
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Dr. Benner is board certified in cardiac, vascular and thoracic surgery. Dr. Benner, chief of cardiac surgery for Trident, says, ``The precision and attention to detail are what attract me and keep me enjoying surgery, as well as seeing the patients...read morebiography
This physician is accepting telehealth visits. James Benner, MD, specializes in cardiac (heart), thoracic (lung) and vascular (blood vessel) repair work.Dr. Benner attended medical school at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pa. He completed his...read moreCardiothoracic Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Medical University Of South Carolina - Division Of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Fellowship HospitalAugusta University Medical College Of Georgia
Residency HospitalMedical University Of South Carolina
Residency HospitalUniversity Of South Carolina - Columbia Sc
Residency HospitalTemple University - Philadelphia Pa
Medical School, 1991
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 28
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 18
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
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