Dr. Kathryn Frances Bender, MD

Dr. Kathryn Bender is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 11 years of experience in practice, she focuses on providing comprehensive primary care to patients and families across all age groups. Family medicine allows Dr. Bender to build long-term relationships with her patients while addressing their complete healthcare needs throughout different stages of life.

Dr. Bender practices with Independence Health System at multiple locations in Delmont, Latrobe, and Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. She has hospital privileges at Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital. Her clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, two common conditions that benefit from ongoing primary care relationships. Dr. Bender also provides preventive care services such as flu vaccinations and COVID-19 booster shots, along with specialized diabetes eye exams to help patients maintain their overall health …and prevent complications.