Dr. Ben graduated from the University of Des Moines College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in 1981, having been trained by some of the best osteopathic physicians in the world. He did his internship at Hillcrest General Hospital in Queens, NY. Subsequent to that he went on to serve 3 years as a physician in the U.S. Army at the U.S Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases. Dr. Ben then entered private practice in his hometown of Baltimore, Maryland, where he had a thriving family practice with emphasis on treating pain and injuries as well as anti-aging therapies, for over 20 years. His quest to provide the best possible care for his patients led him into the world of alternative medicine. His venture into alternative medicine included starting a vitamin company, Dr. Ben’s Vitamins.
In 2005, Dr. Ben left his medical practice and subsequently launched a speaking career promoting his book, Brain Fog. He was then recruited to help start up a diagnostic laboratory, Age Diagnostic Labs and became the educational director teaching doctors about testing for bio-identical hormone replacement therapies. After the year was completed he opened two centers for pain relief massage therapy in Pennsylvania, specializing in the treatment of horse-related injuries. At the same time Dr. Ben began teaching his unique technique, Myophlage, to health professionals.
Through healing and teaching Dr. Ben has been able to relieve pains and help people feel stronger, move more easily, sleep more peacefully, and generally raise their quality of life. He is an expert in myofascial release and cranio-sacral therapy, as well as nutritional therapies.
Dr. Ben lectures regularly on various topics such as: Health and Wellness; Healing Chronic Pain; Treating AD/HD Without Drugs; Improving Brain Function; Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy; and Helping Your Mind and Body Deal with Stress.
He lives with his wife and together they have 8 children. He enjoys bicycle riding and hiking.
