Dr. Robert L Bender MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
6000 University Ave Suite A20 West Des Moines IA, 50266About
Dr. Robert Bender practices Geriatric Medicine in West Des Moines, IA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Bender works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1978
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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