Dr. Benjamin A Compton M.D.
Hospitalist
121 N 20th St Building #6 Opelika AL, 36801About
Dr. Benjamin Compton is a hospitalist practicing in Opelika, AL. Dr. Compton specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Compton manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Compton works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
University of South Alabama College of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Vascular Disease
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