2.6
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Robert Bender specializes in family medicine and geriatric medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Johns Medical Center. With 48 years of experience caring for patients across all age groups, Dr. Bender has developed particular expertise in addressing the unique healthcare needs of older adults. He provides care in English.
Dr. Bender practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and Clive, Iowa, with affiliations including Broadlawns Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and UnityPoint Health facilities. His clinical focus includes treating common conditions such as urinary tract infections in both adults and children. He performs diagnostic procedures including bacterial culture testing and specialized infection screenings. Patients have given Dr. Bender an average rating of 2.6 on Vitals.
Dr. Bender practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and Clive, Iowa, with affiliations including Broadlawns Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and UnityPoint Health facilities. His clinical focus includes treating common conditions such as urinary tract infections in both adults and children. He performs diagnostic procedures including bacterial culture testing and specialized infection screenings. Patients have given Dr. Bender an average rating of 2.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 12 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- St Johns Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Robert Liston Bender has 7 locationsMetro Geriatric Services
13435 University Ave Ste 500Clive, IA 50325 Tel: (515) 225-1845
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
Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6212
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 48 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, German, Portuguese | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu |
| Des Moines , IA | Dallas , TX | Sheridan , WY | Lawrenceville , GA |
| Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Liston Bender
Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Liston Bender has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Liston Bender has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
St Johns Medical Center
Medical School
St Louis University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978
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