1. Pulmonary Doctors / Pulmonologists
  2. CA
  3. La Jolla, CA
  4. Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD

Pulmonary Disease•Male•Age 42

Pulmonary Disease

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD is a pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Marian Regional Medical Center and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD

La Jolla Office

9898 Genesee Ave La Jolla, CA 92037
Accepting new patients

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(858) 554-8116
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Accepting new patients

(858) 554-8116

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ashlock is affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Santa Barbara, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Experience
Background

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for California
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Ashlock's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Sleep Apnea
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Ashlock treats Sleep Apnea more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Ashlock treats this condition more than 97% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Central Sleep Apnea
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Wheezing
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Ashlock treats Wheezing more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Ashlock treats this condition more than 97% of his peers

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Shortness of Breath
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Ashlock treats Shortness of Breath more than 96% of his peers

Dr. Ashlock treats this condition more than 96% of his peers

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Dr. Ashlock's conditions and procedures:

  • Sleep Apnea
  • Wheezing
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Acidosis
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
  • Alkalosis
  • Asthma
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Mediastinal Tumor
  • Bone Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Bronchitis
  • Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
  • Bronchospasm
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Cough
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Emphysema
  • Empyema
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Fistula
  • Gallstones
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
  • Ileus
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Influenza (Flu)
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Liver Cancer
  • Low Blood Oxygen Level
  • Lung Abscess
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Nodule
  • Male Breast Cancer
  • Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
  • Mycobacterial Lung Infection
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Pleura Cancer
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
  • Pneumonia
  • Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
  • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Pulmonary Edema
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Pulmonary Eosinophilia
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Insufficiency
  • Pyloric Stenosis
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Rib Fracture
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Swine Flu
  • Systemic Sclerosis
  • Thrombosis
  • Tuberculosis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Vascular Disease
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Viral Infection
  • Wegener's Granulomatosis
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
  • Respiratory Management
  • Smoking Cessation Counseling

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Dr. Ashlock's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ashlock

4.2

Based on 11 ratings

5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
18%
18%
What went well
No reviews yet
What could be improved
No reviews yet

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Absolutely the BEST Pulmonary doctor
Simply the best pulmonary doctor on the Central Coast. Super easy to talk to, gives excellent advice and is very thorough in his exams and testing. I feel very comfortable with Dr. Ashlock and feel that he gives me excellent care. I have damaged lungs from Army service and other damage, and he has been extremely helpful from the start.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 24, 2023
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Very compassionate and knowledgeable of my situation First visit
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2020
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Dr Benton was personable, professional and well acquainted with me and my needs and results before I arrived. I found him to be helpful and quick to resolve my issues. I would recommend him to anyone!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Peggy Tredway – Feb 12, 2020
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i like him and i dont normaly like doctors
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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cathi metze – Jan 18, 2020
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He has been my pulmonologist for over a year now and has gone above and beyond for new. Great physician!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maria McGee – Dec 15, 2018
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He isn't a go by the book guy. He figures solutions for each case.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dean – Sep 01, 2018
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I went in for an acute lung injury and the doctor did not do a physical exam. He seemed to not believe my acute injury complaint but rather pushed me to get a sleep study totally unrelated to any of my complaints. AND he billed my insurance company for a diagnosis of sleep apnea which I had no symptoms of. This doctor needs to listen to his patients complaints better and learn to diagnosis correctly. Maybe return to medical school for more training in bedside manners and how to diagnosis.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Karen in Santa Barbara, CA – Jun 20, 2018
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I'm a fairly new patient of Dr. Ashlock's. Not only was he extremely thorough overviewing my case history, but at my 1st appt. he was able to direct his questions to exactly the issues as if he'd been my Dr. from the beginning. I've now been with him close to a year and I'm more convinced than ever he was the perfect choice as my health issues present a certain amount of complexity. Additionally, his office staff are always polite and very diligent in their follow up with me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Christina in Buellton CA 93427 – Jan 07, 2018
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Biography

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD is a Pulmonologist in La Jolla, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Santa Barbara...Read more

Specialties

  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Critical Care Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
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Education

UC San Deigo Med Ctr
Fellowship Hospital
Scripps Clinic/Green Hospital
Internship Hospital

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD accept new patients?

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What conditions does Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD treat?

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Sleep Apnea, Wheezing, and Shortness of Breath. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD's office address?

Dr. Ashlock's office is located at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

Does Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.2/5 for Dr. Benton Ashlock, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Locations

La Jolla Office

Scripps Clinic9898 Genesee Ave La Jolla, CA 92037
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Sansum Clinic

Sansum Orthopedic Clinic, Santa Barbara, CA301 W Pueblo St Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Ashlock is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

Santa Barbara, CA

88% Patients that would definitely recommend, 18% higher than the national average

5 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Santa Barbara, CA

85% Patients that would definitely recommend, 15% higher than the national average

7 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

Marian Regional Medical Center

Santa Maria, CA

69% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% lower than the national average

9 Awards Received

Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

Lompoc Valley Medical Center

Lompoc, CA

57% Patients that would definitely recommend, 13% lower than the national average

Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

Solvang, CA