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Dr. Sandra Bender, MD

Dr. Sandra Bender, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is a pediatrician in Palm Desert, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities Desert Regional Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

43875 Washington St Ste E Palm Desert, CA 92211
Telehealth available
(760) 565-6376

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bender specializes in the areas of Pediatrics & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Bender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bender

4.0
33 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
58%
58%
4 star
18%
18%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
15%
15%

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Very thorough and knowledgeable doctor!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Renee Rosen – Jun 02, 2021
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Dr. Bender is very intelligent. She knows her profession very well. She is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. If your children have any problems, just bring them to see Dr. Bender and pay attention to her advice, you will have peace of mind and sleep very well. Your children will be safe and well care for. Respectfully, Norm.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 06, 2020
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Multiple visits over 5+ years have revealed Dr. Bender to be the most thorough, conscientious and multi-system M.D. I have met in my life. I'm a 12 year cancer survivor and liver transplant recipient for this cancer, and Dr. Bender very easily exceeds the excellent care I have received at Mayo Clinic, with it's worldwide strong temptation. I feel very fortunate to be a patient in her practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Reilly Stewart – Nov 18, 2019
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I scheduled an appointment for a month in advance. I even had to get the day off of work for this day as they have very limited time slots. On the day of the appointment the receptionist called me and told me it had to be cancelled because she wasn't going to be able to go in on that day. I asked if I could reschedule again possibly earlier than a month since they cancelled on me. They told me I would have to wait another month to reschedule. Horrible
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 26, 2018
I want to offer my deepest apologies for this... Read More
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Dr Bender is awesome! She spends time with both parent and child. We feel heard and have received great feedback around our child's medical and development issues. The office staff is also very professional and helpful. We weren't used to the attention to detail with previous providers. Dr Bender and her staff have truly earned our respect and gratitude.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Karl K in Bermuda Dunes – Jan 02, 2018
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Dr. Bender is one of the few concerned medical doctors left. She is very aware of the body functions, sports Medicine and takes her time to really listen and understand your health given symptoms. I have comfort knowing that my doctor cares about my health and makes all efforts to help me. 1 hr is avg time for consultation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Nov 17, 2017
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Fabulous! Her personality, to the way she individually takes notes were an image of me. Woman! Her medical practicing ways were in sync with while-being wellness.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anna in Palm Desert, CA – Mar 01, 2016
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Horrible experiences: (1) Her admin staff was constantly rude, and made inappropriate comments about our daughter's unusual (Spanish) name; (2) Dr. Bender made multiple racially insensitive comments while treating our Latina daughter (referring to herself being white, speaking Spanish to her even though we speak English); (3) Dr. Bender was rude to her own staff in front of us; (4) Dr. Bender's staff abruptly directed us to the ER for a spinal tap when my daughter only had an ear infection.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Megan in Palm Desert, CA – Feb 24, 2016
Dear Megan, I apologize for being rude to the... Read More
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About Me

biography

Dr. Sandra Bender, MD is a pediatrician in Palm Desert, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities Desert Regional Medical...read more

  • Pediatrics

  • Sports Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Macneal Hospital University Of Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Ross University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

  • University Of Chicago

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Sandra Bender M.D. A Professional Corp.43875 Washington St Ste E Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Office77824 Wildcat Dr Ste 105 Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Desert Regional Medical Center

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr
    Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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