Expertise in
24
conditions

Dr. Al B. Benson

Oncology
675 N St Clair St Ste 21-100, Galter Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
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46 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
24
conditions
675 N St Clair St Ste 21-100, Galter Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Al Benson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years.

Dr. Benson is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Carcinoid Syndrome, Liver Embolization, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Benson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 275 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Benson is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Fellowships

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Hospital Affiliations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Cigna
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Humana
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

675 N St Clair St Ste 21-100, Galter Pavilion, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Benson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Anal Cancer

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

275 Total Publications

KRAS Subtype Modifies Outcomes with Immunomodulatory Therapy in Advanced Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: Evidence from Early-Phase Trials.
KRAS Subtype Modifies Outcomes with Immunomodulatory Therapy in Advanced Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: Evidence from Early-Phase Trials.
Journal: Cancers
Published: May 17, 2026
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 (0.1 miles away)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Al B. Benson

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Al B. Benson by calling their office at 866-587-4322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Al B. Benson a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Al B. Benson is classified as an Elite expert for Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Al B. Benson specialize in?

While Dr. Al B. Benson is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Carcinoid Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Al B. Benson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Al B. Benson has published 275 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Al B. Benson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Al B. Benson accept my insurance?

Dr. Al B. Benson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-587-4322 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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