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Dr. Michael Bender, MD
Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 39
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Dr. Michael Bender, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Carmel, IN.
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Dr. Michael Bender, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 39
Carmel, IN
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience
Dr. Michael Bender, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Carmel, IN.

About

Dr. Bender graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2012 and completed a residency at Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners/ MSU - Orthopedic Surgery Residency. Dr. Michael Bender, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Carmel, IN and has 13 years experience. Dr. Bender currently practices at Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics and are affiliated with Indiana University Health North Hospital and Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel. Dr. Bender has experience treating conditions like Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bender received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Bender's office accepts new patients. Dr. Bender is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Avascular Necrosis
Broken Arm
Chondromalacia
Elbow Sprain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Arthrocentesis
Neuroplasty
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Ataxia
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Bicep Injuries
Biceps Tendinitis
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Shoulder Blade
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Vertigo
Clavicle Fracture
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Degenerative Joint Disease in the Shoulder
Difficulty With Walking
Dislocated Elbow
Elbow Disorders
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Hyperextension
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Pain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Post-Traumatic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Scleroderma
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fractures
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tear
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Separation
Shoulder Sprain
Shoulder Tendinitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Subacromial Bursitis
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tenosynovitis
Throwing Injuries
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Tricep Injuries
Ulnar Neuritis
Ulnar Neuropathy
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arm Surgery
Arthritic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Glenoid Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Upper-Extremity Surgery
Bicep Repairs
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Release
Collar Bone Surgery
Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery
Distal Clavicle Excision Surgery
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Reconstruction
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Joint Drainage
Minimally Invasive Rotator Cuff Repair
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff and Labral Repair
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Stabilizations
Shoulder Surgery
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Tommy John Surgery
Tricep Repair

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  • Southern Indiana Health Organization (SIHO)

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Nov 18, 2022
Dr. Bender repaired a supraspinatus tendon tear and partial biceps tear in 2021. 100% recovery and pain free a year later, and after a year of diligent PT.
Charlie — Nov 18, 2022
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    2012
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners/ MSU - Orthopedic Surgery Residency
    2017
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Texas Education & Research Foundation for Shoulder & Elbow Surgery - Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Fellowship
    2018
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Bender, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bender's profile.

Dr. Bender frequently treats the following conditions: Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Tear. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Bender, MD is affiliated with Indiana University Health North Hospital and Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel.

Yes, Dr. Michael Bender, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Indiana University Health North Hospital

    11700 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN

  • Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel

    10777 Illinois St, Carmel, IN