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Holly Benjamin, MD, Pediatrics, Chicago, IL, University of Chicago Medical Center

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Pediatrics • Chicago, IL

Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine

Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Rehabilitation Medicine, & Pediatrics; Sports Medicine. University of Chicago

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Overview of Dr. Benjamin

Dr. Holly Benjamin is a pediatrician in Chicago, IL and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including University of Chicago Medical Center, OSF Healthcare Little Company of Mary Medical Center, AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center - Hinsdale, Comer Childrens Hospital, Comer Childrens Hospital, Comer Childrens Hospital, Comer Childrens Hospital, Comer Childrens Hospital, Comer Childrens Hospital, and Comer Childrens Hospital. She received her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University and has been in practice 22 years. Dr. Benjamin accepts several types of health insurance, listed below. She is one of 41 doctors at OSF Healthcare Little Company of Mary Medical Center and one of 92 doctors at AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center - Hinsdale who specialize in Pediatrics. She has more than 100 publications and over 500 citings.

Education & Training

  • University of Chicago
    University of ChicagoResidency, Pediatrics, 1994 - 1997
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University
    Northeast Ohio Medical UniversityClass of 1994
  • Kent State University
    Kent State UniversityB.S., Integrated Life Sciences, Magna Cum Laude, 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1994 - 2026
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatrics Sports Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Elected Fellow American College of Sports Medicine, 2003
  • Distinguished Alumni Award The New Aurora High School Alumni Association, 1999
  • Outstanding Scholarship/Leadership Award Kent State University, 1987
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Overuse injuries and burnout in youth sports: A position statement from the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine  
    DiFiori, JP, Benjamin HJ, Brenner J, Gregory A, Jayanthi N, Landry, GL and Luke, A, Clin J Sport Med, 1/1/2014
  • Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports: A Position Statement from the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine  
    DiFiori, JP, Benjamin HJ, Brenner J, Gregory A, Jayanthi N, Landry, GL and Luke, A, Brit J Sports Med, 1/1/2014
  • Sports-related cervical spine injuries  
    Benjamin, HJ and Lessman, DS, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, 1/1/2013
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Books/Book Chapters

  • Pediatric Sports Medicine: Essentials for Office Evaluation 
    Chapter: Hematology and Oncology Issues. 
    Benjamin, HJ Fox KMEditors: Chris Koutures, MD; Valarie Wong, MD.Slack Incorporated2014
  • Pediatric Orthopaedics and Sports Injuries: A Quick Reference Guide 2014 
    Chapter: Bone and Joint Infections. 
    Benjamin, HJEditors: Sarwark, JF, LaBella, C.American Academy of Pediatrics, Elk Grove Village, IL2014
  • Sports Cardiology Essentials (Evaluation, Management and Case Studies) 
    Chapter: Cardiac Effects of Ergogenic Aides and Supplements. 
    Benjamin, HJ, and JA CongeniEditors: Lawless, C..Springer, New York2011
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Abstracts/Posters

  • ACL Sprain in a 10 year old male gymnast.
    Boniquit, N. Benjamin HJ, AMSSM 23rd Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, 4/1/2014
  • Unicameral Bone Cyst.
    Boniquit, N. Benjamin HJ, AMSSM 23rd Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, 4/1/2014
  • Cartilage Problems Related to Grown in Youth.
    Benjamin HJ, Pediatric Bone Health Symposium, AMSSM 23rd Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, 4/1/2014
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Lectures

  • Chair/Discussant-Clinical Case Slide-"Pediatric Issues." 
    Orlando, FL - 1/1/2014
  • Grand Rounds: "Concussions" 
    Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, The University of Chicago - 1/1/2014
  • Grand Rounds: "Sport Readiness: When Are Children Ready for Organized Sports." 
    Dept. of Family Medicine, Lutheran General Hospital, Chicago, IL - 1/1/2014
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Other

  • The Management of Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures: Appropriate Use Criteria. 
    Benjamin HJ, et al, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    http://www.aaos.org/research/Appropriate_Use/PSHF_AUC.pdf
    9/8/2014
  • "Global Cast: Concussion 2014." (Broadcast from Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, OH) 
    Benjamin HJ, International Live Webinar
    1/1/2014
  • "Pediatric Orthopedic Emergencies" (Video) 
    Benjamin HJ, AAP Digital Media Solutions, CME Production
    1/1/2014
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Press Mentions

  • Quick Pick-Me-Up or Health Hazard?
    Quick Pick-Me-Up or Health Hazard?June 27th, 2019
  • Energy Drinks: Quick Pick-Me-Up or Health Hazard?
    Energy Drinks: Quick Pick-Me-Up or Health Hazard?June 26th, 2019
  • 16 Most Embarrassing Running Questions… Answered!
    16 Most Embarrassing Running Questions… Answered!April 16th, 2018
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Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    BCBS Blue Card PPO
    BCBS Illinois PPO
    CareFirst BCBS Maryland POS
    CareFirst BlueChoice Advantage
    CareFirst BlueChoice Network POS
    CareFirst BluePreferred PPO
    CIGNA HMO
    CIGNA Open Access
    CIGNA PPO
    Cofinity PPO
    Coventry Health Care PPO Platinum
    Coventry Missouri - HMO/POS
    First Health PPO
    Great West PPO
    HealthLink PPO
    Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
    Multiplan PHCS PPO
    Multiplan PPO
    Sagamore Health Plus
    United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
    United Healthcare - Direct Options PPO
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