Kevin Benson, MD

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A Specialist in Bladder Health

Speaks: English

Specialties

Services

(605) 328-8750

Background Information

Education History

Fellowship:
Extensive experience throughout the U.S. and abroad collaborating with thought leaders in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery.
Residency:
Obstetrics and Gynecology: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI
Internship:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI
Medical School:
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
Graduate School:
University of South Dakota School of Medicine
Master of Science Basic Biomedical Sciences and Research
Undergraduate School:
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, SD
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD

Certifications:
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (FPMRS)

Experience & Research

Memberships & Certifications

  • Masters Degree Basic Biomedical Science and Research
  • Board Eligible Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
  • National Educator and Researcher in area of Sacral Neuromodulation
  • National speaker pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Member American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS)
  • Member Society for Urodynamics and Female Urology (SUFU)
  • Member North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS)
  • Member International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS)
  • AUGS grant reviewer for neuromodulation
  • SD State Chair, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  • Past District Chair Junior Fellows American College of Ob/Gyn
  • Past Chair ACOG committee on Indian Affairs
  • Member Central Association of OB/GYN
  • Co-Founder, Sanford Native American Pelvic Health Fund

    Research

    • Ongoing clinical trials investigating new therapies for pelvic floor dysfunction NIH funded five year grant ($900,000) investigating incontinence of Native Americans (IINA) Investigation of differential genetic expression of RNA in patients with Interstitial Cystitis
      Use of a Cox-2 inhibitor for preemptive management of postoperative pain after urogynecologic procedures
    • Postoperative vaginal dilator therapy for dyspareunia (painful intercourse) after mesh augmented vaginal prolapse surgery
    • Incontinence Inventory of Native Americans(IINA) this is a longitudinal study looking at rates of incontinence and pelvic floor disorders (PFD) in Native Americans of the Northern Plains
    • Development of a credentialed training program for training physicians in cystoscopy (bladder inspection using a scope)

    Lead Physician, Sanford Health System Women's Health Department

    Personal Interests

    Dr. Benson enjoys being outdoors, spending time with family and woodworking.

    Additional Locations

    Sanford Vermillion Medical Center

    20 S Plum St.
    Vermillion, South Dakota 57069

    (605) 677-3500

    Sanford Health Vermillion Clinic

    20 S Plum St.
    Vermillion, South Dakota 57069

    (605) 677-3700

    Sanford Health Dakota Dunes Clinic

    350 Oak Tree Ln.
    Dakota Dunes, South Dakota 57049

    (605) 242-4750

    Sanford Women's Health Plaza

    5019 S Western Ave.
    Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108

    (605) 328-9700

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