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Curtis G. Benesch, M.D., M.P.H.
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Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14642
Clinton Crossings, Building F
2400 South Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
About Me
Certified Specialties
Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1992 - 1994
Residency, Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1989 - 1992
Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1988 - 1989
Education
MPH | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (USA). 2000
MD | University of Nebraska College of Medicine (USA). 1988
Awards
Neurology Faculty Teaching Award. 2007
Volunteer of the Year Award. 2006
Bob Tietje Award, Volunteer Service. 2001
Research
Clinical Trials
Comparison of Anti-coagulation and Anti-Platelet Therapies for Intracranial Vascular Atherostenosis (CAPTIVA),Comparison of Anti-coagulation and Anti-Platelet Therapies for Intracranial Vascular Atherostenosis (CAPTIVA)
Lead Researcher: Curtis George Benesch MD
The purpose of this research study is to see whether ticagrelor and aspirin or rivaroxaban and aspirin compared to clopidogrel and aspirin may have the most success in preventing another stroke, bleed in the brain, or death in participants who have a...
Publications
Journal Articles
Jalal MI, Lally J, Akkipeddi SM, Ellens N, Burgett J, Proper D, Cushman J, Li T, Pilcher WH, Kelly AG, Benesch CG, Mattingly TK, Bhalla T, Bender MT
Neurosurgery.. 2025 March 12 Epub 03/12/2025.
Glance LG, Benesch CG, Joynt Maddox KE, Bender MT, Shang J, Stone PW, Lustik SJ, Nadler JW, Galton C, Dick AW
Journal of the American Heart Association.. 2023 October 312 (19):e031221. Epub 09/26/2023.
Johnson MD, Rogers EJ, Khan MW, McMullen PD, Akkipeddi SMK, Mattingly T, Benesch CG, Bender MT
Neurology. Clinical practice.. 2023 February 13 (1):e200129. Epub 01/19/2023.
Books
Approach to Coma, in The Intensive Care Manual (2001)
Current Therapy, in Clinical Neurology (2001)
Current Therapy, in Clinical Neurology (1996)
Current Therapy, in Clinical Neurology (1995)
Current Therapy, in Clinical Neurology (1994)
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
Dr. Benesch reviewed my previous care, explained in detail test results and options for future care.
Dec 15, 2024
Dr Benesch is outstanding
Dec 10, 2024
Approachable, professional always
Nov 21, 2024
Care provider gave excellent communications and explanations regarding my concerns and questions.
Oct 15, 2024
Dr. Benesch listens carefully, asks many questions, and is focused and thorough. He is extremely kind pleasant to work with. I felt we had great communication about my issues and concerns. I trust him as my stroke doctor, and am impressed how seriously he believes in the concept of teamwork, and the Inclusion of my primary care physician.
Sep 30, 2024
One of the best Doctor visits I've ever had. He took the time to explain possible causes and how tests would work to narrow cause down. OUTSTANDING communication skills!!
Aug 10, 2024
I feel so lucky to have Dr. Benesch as my doctor. I truly believe he saved my life.
Jun 05, 2024
My experience with my provider was good
Apr 15, 2024
Dr. B. listened and explained to all our concerns and questions.
Mar 14, 2024
The doctor is a stroke specialist, I have seen a good number of physicians, he's fine. I have to travel about 200 miles to see him it is worth it. He knows his practice very well.
Feb 14, 2024