Professional Experience
Dr. Beneš has progressive leadership experience in internal medicine and cardiac-intensive settings.
- Current position: Chief Physician in the Internal Intensive Care Unit; cardiology practice at the Hospital of Hořovice
- Previous roles: Head roles in Internal ICU and Emergency Department; earlier experience as a secondary physician in Internal Medicine
- Number of procedures: Not publicly listed
- Leadership and mentorship: Departmental leadership and coordination of multidisciplinary teams
Academic Contributions
- Teaching positions: Not publicly listed
- Lectures and training: No specific conference listings available
- Research interests: Not specified in public sources
- Course development or speaking engagements: Not identified
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Beneš provides comprehensive cardiology care with a focus on acute presentations and intensive support.
- Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) — irregular heartbeat, palpitations, fainting
- Ischemic heart disease — chest pain, heart attack prevention and post-event care
- Heart failure — diagnosis, medication optimization, monitoring, and stabilization
- Critical cardiovascular care — management of life-threatening cardiac emergencies in ICU settings
- Vascular complications related to heart disease — evaluation and stabilization
For patients: If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, swelling, or unexplained fatigue, Dr. Beneš can assess your heart health, explain test results in simple terms, and create a clear treatment plan.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Beneš follows a careful, patient-first approach. He emphasizes timely diagnosis, clear explanation of findings, and step-by-step treatment planning. His background in ICU and emergency care supports a calm and coordinated response to complex cardiac cases.
- Communication: Straightforward explanations and shared decision-making
- Empathy: Attentive to symptoms, concerns, and comfort
- International patients: Coordinated access via hospital and partner patient-care teams
- Satisfaction focus: Efficient pathways from consultation to diagnostics and treatment
Professional Affiliations
- Medical license: Czech Republic (active hospital appointment implies current licensure)
- Certification: Specialist certification in Internal Medicine
- Memberships: Specific national or international society memberships not publicly listed
- Board/committee roles: Not identified in public sources
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ondřej Beneš board-certified?
- He holds specialist certification in Internal Medicine in the Czech Republic. Cardiology board details are not publicly listed.
- What types of surgeries or procedures does he perform?
- He manages arrhythmias, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, and critical cardiac conditions. Specific procedural volumes are not publicly available.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. Care can be coordinated through the hospital’s international desk and partner medical-tourism services.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- It depends on the diagnosis and treatment plan. Acute cardiac and ICU cases may require several days; outpatient diagnostics are usually shorter.
- What languages does he speak?
- Czech. Interpreter support can be arranged for other languages.
- Where does Dr. Beneš practice?
- Hospital of Hořovice (Czech Hospital of Hořovice), Hořovice, Czech Republic.
- How can I book a consultation?
- Contact the hospital’s patient coordination team for appointment options, required medical documents, and travel assistance if needed.
