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Dr. Katherine Bender, MD
Internal Medicine* Age 39
Dr. Katherine Bender, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Dr. Katherine Bender, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Katherine Bender, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Katherine Bender, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 39
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Katherine Bender, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX.

About Dr. Katherine Bender, MD

Dr. Bender graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2013 and completed a residency at Mount Carmel Health System Columbus, OH. Dr. Katherine Bender, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX and has 13 years experience. Dr. Bender currently practices at Medical Clinic of Houston, L.L.P. and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. Dr. Bender has experience treating conditions like Dehydration, Cachexia, Tobacco Use Disorder, Venous Embolism and Thrombosis, Constipation, Adult Failure to Thrive, All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Acute Lower Respiratory Infection and Acute Bronchitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Bender's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bender is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dehydration
Cachexia
Tobacco Use Disorder
Dehydration
Cachexia
Tobacco Use Disorder
Dehydration
Cachexia
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Constipation
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Bronchitis
Nausea
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Thrush
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Joint Pain
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Foot Infection
Urinary Incontinence
Immunization Administration
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Rhabdomyolysis
Limb Pain
Gastroptosis
Shortness of Breath
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Nail Infection
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
Adult Type 2 Diabetes
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Aspergillosis
Asthma
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Asthma in Adults
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Cholesterol Diseases
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cluster Headache
Cold Sore
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes
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Diabetes Complications
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Folliculitis
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Disease in Women
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
High Fever
High Triglycerides
Hip Pointer
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypertension, Kidney Disease-Induced
Hypertension, Stress-Induced
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low HDL Cholesterol
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mild Asthma
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Pulmonary Disease
Radiculopathy
Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stomach Diseases
Strep Throat
Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
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Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin K Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
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Adult Immunization
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arrhythmia Screening
Blood Pressure Management
Blood Sugar Monitoring
Blood Test
Bone Density Scan
Cardiac Ultrasound
Cardiovascular Stress Test
Cholesterol Management
Cholesterol Screening
CT Scan (Computed Tomography)
Diabetes Counseling
Diabetes Management
Diabetes Prevention
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Echocardiogram Interpretation
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Heart Aware Risk Assessment
International Travel Prophylactic Medication
Lab Service
Liver Function Test
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Pap Smear
Physical Examination
Preventive Care
Primary Care for Adults
Pulmonary Function Test
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Spirometry
Stress Echocardiogram
Urinalysis
Vaccination

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Where Dr. Katherine Bender, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Katherine M Bender MD
    1701 Sunset Blvd, Houston, TX 77005
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    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Dec 04, 2025
Also liked her nurse and secretary who were very sweet and efficient
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Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Katherine Bender, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bender's profile.

Dr. Bender frequently treats the following conditions: Dehydration, Cachexia, Tobacco Use Disorder, Venous Embolism and Thrombosis, Constipation, Adult Failure to Thrive, All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Acute Lower Respiratory Infection and Acute Bronchitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Katherine Bender, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Katherine Bender, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.
Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER
    2013
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency Hospital
  • Mount Carmel Health System Columbus, OH
    2016
Residency Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Katherine Bender, MD Practices

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX

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