The physicians of Benchmark Family Medicine have been providing total family care to the community for over 40 years. Patients in every stage of life, from pre-natal to elderly, will find our highly trained and experienced physicians prepared to solve their health concerns.

Our physicians and staff put a priority on quality clinical care, complemented by prompt and courteous service. We're proud of our physicians and staff, and we believe you'll be pleased with your experience at Benchmark Family Medicine.

We look forward to serving you and your family!

Gary R. Allen, M.D.

Dr. Allen was born in San Antonio, Texas and grew up in Dallas where he attended South Oak Cliff High School. Dr. Allen, graduated with highest honors from the University of Texas at Austin where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and finished a three-year residency in Family Practice at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Dr. Allen moved to Garland in 1977 to practice medicine and has done so continuously ever since. He has served as president of the Dallas Chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians and, on more than one occasion, as Chief of the Family Practice Department at Baylor Medical Center at Garland. Dr. Allen is married to Rachel and they have two daughters together. His older daughter Susan is a pediatrician in the neonatal department at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Julie, his younger daughter, works as a pediatric neonatal intensive care unit nurse. Doctor Allen and his family have been blessed with two grandchildren. Dr. Allen enjoys photography, reading and time with his family.

Gary Bonacquisti, M.D.

Dr. Gary Bonacquisti, M.D. is an honors graduate from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, formally Rutgers Medical School. Board Certified in Family and Preventative Medicine, Dr. Bonacquisti has completed over 200 post-graduate hours in sports medicine. He is a recognized national speaker on cardiovascular prevention including topics in hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes. In addition, Dr. Bonacquisti currently serves as the Vice-President of Presbyterian Hospital of Rockwall (opening October 2007). Dr. Bonacquisti is very active in his community. He is the current President of the Heritage Christian Academy school board in Rockwall. On occasion, he can be seen on the stage of Rockwall Community Playhouse. He is married to Lynette, former Miss New Jersey (1990-1991), and is the father of two beautiful, talented young ladies, Laryssa and Bryton. Dr. Bonacquisti loves to hunt, fish and ride his Harley Davidson, but most of all loves to serve the Lord in his practice of medicine.

Rebecca Burchfiel, M.D.

Dr. Rebecca Burchfiel is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at UNC Chapel Family Medicine Residency where, in her third year, she served as Chief Resident. It was also during this year that she was recognized as Outstanding Resident and Resident Teacher by the UNC residency-training department. Dr. Burchfiel enjoys caring for the entire family, with a particular interest in disease prevention, chronic disease management, and women’s health. Since relocating to Rockwall in July of 2006, she has become active in Lake Pointe Church and the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Burchfiel very much enjoys spending time with her husband, Jason, and her family. In addition, she also enjoys traveling, reading and fitness.

Ashley Goodall, PA-C

Mrs. Goodall was born and raised on the Gulf Coast of south Texas. After graduating from Brazoswood High School, she attended Stephen F. Austin State University, earning a bachelor’s degree with honors in biology. Mrs. Goodall earned her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She moved to Combine, Texas with her husband and son to begin her career as a physician assistant. Following her love for children, she chose a career in pediatrics and has now joined the Benchmark team to provide care for the entire family. After leaving the busy, fast paced environment of downtown Houston, Mrs. Goodall and her husband Brad escaped to the small country town of Combine to raise their son, Cayden. Cayden began T-ball this spring and will enter Kindergarten this fall. In her off-time, Mrs. Goodall enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and close friends; whether it’s camping, fishing, traveling, or spending time on the water. They have family in the D-FW area, the Piney Woods of east Texas, as well as the Gulf Coast, and frequently travel to these areas to enjoy the fun each has to offer.

Beau Meyer M.D.

Dr. Meyer was raised in Northwest Oklahoma and eventually moved to Denton, Texas with his mother and two older brothers. He graduated from Denton High and then attended the University of North Texas where he received a degree in Biology and Chemistry. Dr. Meyer earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Galveston and completed his three years of Family Practice residency in Corpus Christi. Because his mother served as administrator for the UNT Health Center, Dr. Meyer grew up exposed to various physicians who served as role models. Very much a “people” person, he enjoys getting to know his patients and their families and is privileged they consider him part of their lives. Dr. Meyers enjoys travel and scuba diving with his wife Tricia and his sons Phillip and Collin. Tricia works for American Airlines and both his sons attend The University of North Texas. Other activities and hobbies that Dr. Meyer enjoy include reading, history, amateur astronomy and working out.

Benny R. Mrnustik M.D.

Dr. Mrnustik is a native Texan born in Houston and raised in Pasadena, Texas. With the encouragement and love of his parents, he graduated from Pasadena High School and attended the University of Houston until his academic career took a temporary back seat to the needs of his country. Dr. Mrnustik was a soldier in the US Army and a translator for the National Security Agency. Upon his return from the service, he graduated from the University of Houston. After completing his undergraduate degree, Dr. Mrnustik then attended and graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center Medical School in San Antonio. His residency was at Memorial Hospital Corpus Christi in Family Medicine. Dr. Mrnustik chose the North Texas area for his practice because of its strong sense of community and because he felt it would be a great place to raise a family. Each day continues to bring him the enjoyment that initially attracted him to medicine. Dr. Mrnustik is looking forward to a long career in medicine with continued contributions to the community and his profession.

Sean G. Parker, M.D.

Dr. Parker grew up the oldest of six children in Charleston, South Carolina, and later in Salt Lake City, Utah. He earned his undergraduate degree in Human Biology (with honors) from the University of Utah. He then attended the University of Utah School of Medicine where he graduated in the top quarter of his class. Dr. Parker was honored at graduation with the Alumni Award, awarded to the student who most exemplifies the qualities of a good physician. Dr. Parker came to Texas for specialty training in Family Medicine, which he completed in 2000 at Baylor Medical Center at Garland. He was Co-Chief Resident his senior year and received the Javad Fuziat award for his extraordinary patient care during that year. His practice has grown steadily since 1997. In his off time, Dr. Parker enjoys traveling, boating in the Pacific Northwest, visiting family in Utah, snow skiing, riding his Harley, photography, painting, drawing, piano, picture framing, and just about anything else he can get his hands on.