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Dr. Sandra Bender, MD

Pediatrics* Age 57
Dr. Sandra Bender, MD
4.0 (33 Ratings)

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Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is a Pediatrician in Palm Desert, CA.
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Dr. Sandra Bender, MD

Pediatrics* Age 57
Palm Desert, CA
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is a Pediatrician in Palm Desert, CA.

About

Dr. Bender graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 1999 and completed a residency at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is a Pediatrician in Palm Desert, CA and has 25 years experience. Dr. Bender currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. At present, Dr. Bender received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Bender's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bender also speaks Spanish. Dr. Bender is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Sandra Bender M.D. A Professional Corp.
    43875 Washington St Ste E, Palm Desert, CA 92211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 565-6376
  2. 2 Office
    77824 Wildcat Dr Ste 105, Palm Desert, CA 92211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 769-6581

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Based on 33 Reviews
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1 Star (5)

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Jun 02, 2021
Very thorough and knowledgeable doctor!
Renee Rosen — Jun 02, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pediatrics
Sports Medicine
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Ross University School of Medicine
    1999
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Sports Medicine
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
    2003
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Macneal Hospital University of Chicago
    2004
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sandra Bender, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bender's profile.

Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Sandra Bender, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA