Benjamin David Cabrera (March 18, 1920 – August 7, 2001) was a Filipino physician who was known for his research on medical parasitology and public health.
He then decided to continue his education at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, where he garnered his master's degree in Public Health, major in Medical Parasitology and Public Health.
Focusing on his major, Cabrera published more than a hundred scientific studies concerning medical parasitology and public health.
He also developed innovations in drug treatments against diseases caused by mosquitoes and agricultural soil.
For his work on filariasis, Cabrera received the Philippine Legion of Honor, a Presidential Award in 1996.