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Dr. Robert Bender, MD

Dr. Robert Bender, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Bender, MD is a geriatric medicine physician in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Boone County Hospital and Broadlawns Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

1801 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA 50314
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(515) 282-5700

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bender specializes in the areas of Family Practice & Geriatric Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Bender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bender

4.6

9 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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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Kimberly Hiebert – Jun 26, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Alzheimer's Patient – May 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Cassandra – Nov 12, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Teresa Johnson in Perry , IA – Feb 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Maureen Backstrom in Des Moines , IA – Jul 31, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Bender, MD is a geriatric medicine physician in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Johns Mercy Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978

  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School, 1974

  • Masters In Psychopharmacology

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Geriatric Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Broadlawns Medical Center1801 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA 50314
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Boone County Hospital

    1015 Union St
    Boone, IA 50036

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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