Overview
Leslie Benson is a Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Benson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Optic Neuritis, and Transverse Myelitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 92 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leslie Benson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie Benson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leslie Benson by calling their office at 617-919-5323. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leslie Benson a top-rated expert for Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leslie Benson is classified as an Elite expert for Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), 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. Leslie Benson specialize in?
While Dr. Leslie Benson is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Optic Neuritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Leslie Benson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Leslie Benson has published 92 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). You can view a list of Dr. Leslie Benson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Leslie Benson accept my insurance?
Dr. Leslie Benson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-919-5323 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
- Distinguished
- EncephalitisDr. Benson isDistinguished. Learn about Encephalitis.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Benson isDistinguished. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Optic NeuritisDr. Benson isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Transverse MyelitisDr. Benson isDistinguished. Learn about Transverse Myelitis.
- Advanced
- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Benson isAdvanced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- Conversion DisorderDr. Benson isAdvanced. Learn about Conversion Disorder.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Benson isAdvanced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease
- Neuromyelitis OpticaDr. Benson isAdvanced. Learn about Neuromyelitis Optica.
- Rasmussen EncephalitisDr. Benson isAdvanced. Learn about Rasmussen Encephalitis.
- Experienced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- 47 XYY SyndromeDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about 47 XYY Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Absence SeizureDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Benson isExperienced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.