Summary

Dr. Frank Bender specializes in pulmonology and internal medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Boston City Hospital. With 52 years of dedicated experience in respiratory and internal medicine, Dr. Bender has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex pulmonary conditions.

Dr. Bender practices at Palomar Medical Center and sees patients in Escondido and Poway, California. He focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions including respiratory failure and chronic bronchitis. His expertise extends to managing chronic lung disease, helping patients breathe easier and improve their quality of life. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bender highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • Boston City Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Frank Drake Bender has 3 locations

Palomar Health Medical Group Pulmonology

2125 CITRACADO PKWY STE 230ESCONDIDO, CA 92029
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Palomar Medical Center

15615 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

Palomar Medical Center

2185 Citracado PkwyEscondido, CA 92029

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PulmonologyEmergency MedicineVascular & Interventional RadiologyInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
52 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
ESCONDIDO , CASnyder , TXThornton , COSAN DIEGO , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Frank Drake Bender has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frank Drake Bender has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Boston City Hospital

Medical School

University Of California San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated in 1974

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Dr. Frank Bender's office is located at 2125 CITRACADO PKWY STE 230, ESCONDIDO, CA, 92029.
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