Dr. Benjamin

James B. Benjamin , M.D.
Adult Reconstructive Surgery and Total Joint Replacement

Dr. Benjamin is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement and adult reconstructive surgery. He has lived in Tucson since 1968, attending the University of Arizona for both undergraduate and medical school. After completing his orthopedic surgical training, Dr. Benjamin completed a fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery in Exeter, England with Professor Robin Ling, one of the pioneers of total hip replacement.

Dr. Benjamin has been involved in education throughout his career. He has been honored with the Excellence in Teaching Award seven times by the Orthopedic Surgery Resident Training program at the University of Arizona. His commitment to education extends to both the public and professional community. He has made numerous presentations at national and international meetings and is the author of over 50 scientific articles related to the field of orthopedics.

In addition to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, he is a member of the Knee Society, and the American Association for Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Benjamin has served as president of the Tucson Orthopedic Association and the Western Trauma Association and been on the board of directors of the Arizona Orthopedic Association.

Dr Benjamin performs total hip and knee replacement and unicompartmental knee replacement using minimally invasive techniques (MIS). In addition he performs computer assisted total knee replacement (CAS). Although these techniques are not appropriate for all patients they can be used in a majority of cases. To learn more about MIS and CAS please visit the additional resources page.

Education:

University of Arizona
B.S. Biology-With Highest Distinction: 1972-1976

University of Arizona
M.D. College of Medicine: 1976-1979

University of Arizona
Resident, Section of Orthopedic Surgery
July, 1979-June, 1984

Fellowship in Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Princess Elizabth Orthopaedic Hospital Exeter, England. Under direction of Mr. Robin Ling, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon: July, 1984-December, 1984

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987

Recertification, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998, 2008

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