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Thomas Benda Jr, MD, Otolaryngology (ENT), Dubuque, IA

ThomasJamesBendaJrMDFACS, FAAOA(He/Him)

Otolaryngology (ENT) Dubuque, IA

Otolaryngic Allergy, Rhinology & Paranasal Sinus Disease

Otolaryngologist, partner at Dubuque ENT, Head and Neck Surgery PC

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  • Office

    535 Cedar Cross Rd
    Dubuque, IA 52003
    Phone+1 563-588-0506
    Fax+1 563-588-0451

Summary

  • Dr. Thomas Benda Jr, based in Dubuque, IA, is an experienced otolaryngologist specializing in otolaryngic allergy and rhinology with a focus on paranasal sinus disease. He completed his medical education with a residency in otolaryngology at the University of Chicago and holds active positions at Dubuque ENT Head & Neck Surgery, PC, as well as regional hospitals. He is Board Certified in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. His clinical expertise covers comprehensive otolaryngology, sinus surgery, balloon sinuplasty, and conditions such as asthma, obstructive sleep apnea, skin cancer, and allergic rhinitis. Dr. Benda has published research on topics like apolipoprotein A-I DNA polymorphisms and fungal sinusitis. His professional recognitions include being a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, American College of Surgeons, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy.

Education & Training

  • University of Chicago
    University of ChicagoResidency, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1989 - 1993
  • University of Chicago
    University of ChicagoResidency, Surgery, 1988 - 1989
  • Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
    Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical CenterInternship, Surgery, 1987 - 1988
  • University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine
    University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of MedicineClass of 1987

Certifications & Licensure

  • IA State Medical License
    IA State Medical License 1993 - 2027
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 1993 - 2025
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1988 - 1993
  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology
  • American Academy of Otolaryngic AllergyFellow

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FAAO-HNS) American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons
  • Fellow American Rhinological Society 2014
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Committees

  • Chief of Surgical Staff, Unity Point Finley Hospital Dubuque 2013 - 2016
  • Director, Unity Point Finley Surgical Co-management LLC 2011 - 2016
  • President, Dubuque County Medical Society 2008 - 2009
  • President, Iowa Academy of Otolaryngology 2003 - 2005
  • Otolaryngology representative, Medicare Carrier Advisory Committe J5 2001 - 2017
  • Chief of Staff, Unity Point Finley Hospital Dubuque 1998 - 2000

Professional Memberships