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Dr. Chad Bender, MD

Dr. Chad Bender, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Chad Bender, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Centralia, WA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Arbor Health-Morton Hospital and Providence Centralia Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1900 Cooks Hill Rd Centralia, WA 98531

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bender specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bender

5.0
23 ratings, 20 with a written review
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Wrist replacement
Great care. Understood I had other issues very helpful with me waiting for my surgery. Explained options and details of surgical procedure. Team worked real quick to help with a discomfort issue took care of me in quickly on call. Great personality would recommend him to anyone.
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 15, 2025
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Very informative and all my questions were answered.
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 15, 2025
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Very good surgeon
Would 100% recommend these guys are the best!!
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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Sundy Weinke – Sep 21, 2024
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Efficient explains thouroughly
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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May 10, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor
Dr Bender is a very experienced and compassionate doctor.I would recommend him to anyone
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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Dec 12, 2023
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Total wrist replacement- Aptis
Doesn’t sugar coat the issue and the resolution. From the results: very precision based surgeon who is genuinely concerned with positive outcomes for the patient. Very happy with results!
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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Ellen Drechsler – Sep 19, 2023
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Dr. Bender is compassionate and explains to you in detail your condition. He gives you options but may include surgery. He also gives you a timeline on how soon you would need surgery before you have perinate damage.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 03, 2023
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Very efficient and pleasant………
Excellent experience not only with Dr. Bender, but with everyone……….the front desk was efficient, as was the nurse and the x-ray technician. I was in and out within about 40 minutes. The whole visit was quick and easy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mar 23, 2023
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New knuckle!
I needed a knuckle joint replacement and was very pleased that Dr. Bender would do the surgery, as a different physician had recommended fusing the joint, which seemed unnecessary to me. Hands are really complex! I knew what to expect after surgery and a realistic time frame for complete healing. My new joint is great and I am very grateful for Dr. Bender's skill and good care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lori – Feb 28, 2023
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Exceptional Doctor
Dr. Bender gave me exceptional care when I fractured my wrist. He accommodated my travel schedule for both surgeries--one to place a plate and pins in my wrist and the other for a carpal tunnel release. He scheduled follow-ups and X-rays to make sure the healing was going well. Dr. Bender is a very skilled surgeon; he has a kind, caring manner. He listens to all concerns and was able to answer all questions that I had. I strongly recommend him to anyone who needs orthopedic hand or wrist treatment/care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Feb 09, 2023
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Dr Bender did a great surgery on my hand
Great Doctor and great staff at Washington Orthopedic Center
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Feb 04, 2023
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Dr. Bender
Dr. Bender and his staff at the Washington Orthopaedic Center provided excellent care during my stay for hip repair surgery. All were very knowledgeable, professional, and caring, fully addressing all of my questions and concerns. Surgery was amazingly prompt after the injury, and the post-op visit fully explained the surgery and process to full recovery. Highly recommend Dr. Bender and the Washington Orthopaedic Center!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ernest K – Dec 16, 2022
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Excellent Care
The care I received from Dr Bender was outstanding. He explained every step he was going to take to provide me pain free use of my wrist and hand. I am very happy with the results!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Bruce Scott – Nov 16, 2022
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Excellent provider
I have seen WA Ortho several times. I have felt listened to and have had wonderful care from Dr. Bender and his entire staff. Very professional, and caring staff. I highly recommend Wa Ortho over the other large Orthopedic group in Olympia. I did not feel like I was being rushed through my visits or surgeries. 10/10
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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D. Darst – Nov 15, 2022
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Returning patient
There is another orthopedic outfit here in Olympia that I would NEVER go to, Washington Ortho is far superior in every way! I do wish they had spine/back docs but other than that, outstanding
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Christi Riley – Oct 18, 2022
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Dr. Bender
I feel confident he knows!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 02, 2022
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Recommended very highly
Top notch care by Dr Bender and his assistants. All questions and concerns addressed in a caring respectful manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Carol Hughes – Jun 24, 2022
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Excellent experiences
Dr Bender is thorough and direct. He has done 2 surgeries on my hands. I anticipate another surgery shortly and Dr Bender will definitely do that one too I have previously used this office for at least 5 other joint surgeries. The office is very efficient and they really take care of all the details that need to be addressed in timely and informative matter.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Candy Louis – Jun 23, 2022
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Hand Specialist in Lewis County
My initial wait time was minimal. I was able to get checked in and have x-rays rather quickly. I have seen Dr. Bender before - and I do return. He listens, analyzes, and then presents the possible treatments. We went with the injection routine rather than surgery. Hopefully there is some relief from the pain. We did set up a follow up in four weeks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Deborah Mikota – Jun 22, 2022
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First Visit
Presented options in a clear, concise and intelligible fashion. Very satisfied with my visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dan M. – Jun 16, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

``My goal as your orthopedic surgeon is to provide safe, effective, and timely musculoskeletal care through mutual cooperation utilizing our coordinated healthcare team at Washington Orthopedic Center and Providence Centralia Hospital. To accomplish...read more

biography

Dr. Bender obtained his medical degree from the University of Arkansas.  He went on to complete residency and fellowship training in the United States Army; Orthopedic surgery residency at Tripler Army Medical Center, Hand surgery fellowship...read more
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Arkansas At Fayetteville

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Washington Orthopedic Center1900 Cooks Hill Rd Centralia, WA 98531
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Gould Chiropractic Center Inc. P S704 Lilly Rd SE Olympia, WA 98501
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Summit Pacific Medical Center600 E Main St Elma, WA 98541
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Providence Centralia Hospital914 S Scheuber Rd Centralia, WA 98531
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Arbor Health-Morton Hospital

    521 Adams Ave
    Morton, WA 98356
  • Providence Centralia Hospital

    914 S Scheuber Rd
    Centralia, WA 98531

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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