In his position, Benson provides day-to-day leadership in orthopaedics as he leads efforts that include working with the latest health care technology to better optimize communication and efficiency in the department. He said he looks forward to getting to know each staff member personally and assisting the efforts of Dr. Richard Marks, chair of orthopaedics.
“I am excited about being a part of a health system that provides life-changing services to our community. I look forward to growing as I learn from those around me, and I look forward to being a productive member of our talented work force,” Benson said.
Benson has 10 years of experience working in an academic setting at Children's of Alabama and the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, Ala. Through his experience, he has learned the importance of maintaining a balance of excellent patient care, educating future physicians, engaging and supporting employees and being fiscally responsible.
Benson earned his bachelor of arts degree in health promotion from Auburn University in Auburn, Ala. He earned a master of arts degree in health education, a master of public health degree in health care organization and a master of business administration degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, Ala.
