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Dr. John Paul Benavides, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Paragon Health Partners 2895 Lewis Ln, Paris, TX 75460
(972) 203-3600

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. Benavides is a diplomat of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with board certifications in PM&R and Sports Medicine. Dr. Benavides completed his undergraduate work at St. Mary's University at San Antonio in 1993 and received a Master's of Science from the UT San Antonio in 1995. He graduated from the UNTHSC Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Ft Worth where he earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) and his Masters of Public Health (M.P.H.) in 2001. He graduated from the UT Southwestern PM&R residency program in 2005 with the Senior Resident of the Year award and has mostly been in private practice since graduation. There are several methods Dr. Benavides utilizes to maximize his patients' function and quality of life including conservative and interventional modalities. He performs traditional and ultrasound-guided joint and soft tissue injections, including cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral spine procedures, dorsal column neurostimulation (â€œspinal cord stimulatorâ€) trials, as well as more conservative therapies and medication options (including Suboxone therapy for opioid dependence). Electrodiagnostics (EMGs and nerve conduction studies) is a tool he regularly uses to help identify and diagnose his patients' problems. He has an interest in prolotherapy and is actively training to further develop his skills, in conjunction with ultrasonography, to provide non-steroidal injection options for pain relief. Using these options independently or in combination, Dr. Benavides is able not only to provide relief in a multitude of painful conditions, but more importantly, keep his patients' function optimized so that they may live their lives to the fullest. Dr. Benavides's family emigrated from Colombia, South America to Louisville, KY where he was born. He grew up speaking Spanish at home and English in school. He moved to his adopted home town, San Antonio, TX, after the 3rd grade and earned the privilege of becoming a naturalized Texan. He has lived in Texas ever since, except for the year of his medical internship in Massillon, OH. This was also the year he married his wife, Diana. Dr. Benavides enjoys spending time with his family, and his hobbies include appreciating all types of musical performance and keeping up with his favorite NBA team. He is an admitted fan of science fiction and a technology buff.

Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med - 2001

Languages Spoken

Spanish
English

Location & Hours

Paragon Pain And Rehabilitation Llp
2895 Lewis Ln, Paris, TX 75460
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine

Conditions Addressed

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Obesity
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Sciatica
Substance abuse
Plantar Fasciitis
Neck Pain
Back Pain
Opioid Addiction

Procedures Performed

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Opioid Addiction Treatment

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

UnitedHealthcare
Medicaid
Aetna
AARP
Tricare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Wellcare
Molina Healthcare
CHAMPVA
Aetna Better Health
Texas Children's Health Plan
Humana
Medicare

Cancer 66
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 67
Orthopedics 124
Neurology & Neurosurgery 104
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 119
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 125
Diabetes & Endocrinology 53
Children's Hospital 23
Urology 117
Psychiatry 96
Geriatrics 115
Rehabilitation 139
Obsterics & Gynecology 13
Ophthalmology 2
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 50
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60