RATINGS & REVIEWS
The provider star rating is calculated using patient reponses to the five care provider questions in our patient satisfaction survey. Below you can see the provider's star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback.
Comments
11/30/2025Excellent Dr
11/24/2025
Dr. Benton seems conscientious and thorough, and takes the necessary steps for required follow up services.
11/22/2025
Excellent
11/19/2025
I would definitely recommend this facility and doctor to someone. [...]
11/19/2025
Enjoyed Dr. Benton. Caring and personal. He made you feel relaxed during our interaction.
11/17/2025
Very happy with Dr. Benton. Caring, personal. Educational and answers questions.
11/17/2025
Very caring doctor
11/17/2025
Dr. Benton was very interested in my concerns, and addressed them appropriately.
11/08/2025
All good. [...]
11/03/2025
Dr. Benton is awesome. One of the best medical providers I've ever had.
10/30/2025
Dr. Benton listens and cares for his patients.
10/30/2025
Dr. Coleman is the best.
10/27/2025
Dr. Benton does an excellent job of listening, asking pertinent questions, discussing an overall approach. The right doctor foe me.
10/26/2025
Excellent Dr, sees a lot of patients. [...] I don't mind the wait, he is well worth it.
10/05/2025
Dr. Benton is a very good compassionate Dr. I would recommend him to my friends.
9/21/2025
Good
9/21/2025
Dr. Benton is very caring, kind, warm, and easy to talk to!
9/19/2025
Dr Benton answered all of my questions
9/16/2025
Good
9/15/2025
Very pleased with my initial appointment. Went very smooth.
Location(s)
Baptist Medical Group - Family Medicine & Walk In Care - Navarre
DEPARTMENT OF BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Baptist Medical Park - Navarre8880 Navarre Parkway
Suite: 106
Navarre FL , 32566
Phone: 448.227.5350
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Biography
Dr. Mark Benton is a board certified family medicine physician who offers quality, convenient primary care and walk-in care at Baptist Medical Park – Navarre. Prior to completing his residency and board certification in family medicine, Dr. Benton served in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Aviator, an instructor pilot, and a flight surgeon. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 2011 after 22 years of service. He and his dedicated staff welcome patients with traditional family medicine appointments and walk-ins every weekday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Medical Education
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Family Medicine
Naval Hospital
Pensacola, FL
Board Certifications
Family Medicine
Professional Memberships
Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons
American Osteopathic Association
American Medical Association
American Academy of Family Physicians
Certified DOT Medical Examiner
Additional Information
Prior to completing his residency and board certification in family medicine, Dr. Benton served in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Aviator, an instructor pilot, and a flight surgeon. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 2011 after 22 years of service. He has been married to his wife Ellen (a Pensacola native) for over 27 years and has four children.
Dr. Benton accepts patients 2 years and up.
Meet your Doctor
What led you to become a doctor or choose your focus of medicine?
I always wanted to be a doctor and serve people.
What is something about you that only your patients would know?
I consider it the highest privilege to be involved in patient care. There is no greater honor than earning the trust of a patient and his/her family. Our practice is designed to meet the needs of our patients at any time.
How would a patient describe you?
Compassionate, a good listener and a family man.
What is the most important factor in a doctor/patient relationship?
Confidentiality, common ground and teaching evidence based medicine.
What can a patient expect when they have you as a doctor?
That I will practice evidence based medicine and continuity of care.