What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I am a patient of Dr. Phoebe Koch prior to Skin MT being purchased by a corporate entity. I like her. Today I saw Dr. Brett Bender for a very minor issue that took about 7 minutes to remove. I had a glass shard foreign body stuck in my right index finger that was so tiny I needed help removing it, as I am right handed. It was an easy procedure but required two strong ?? lenses and another person to do it because I could not. I have never used zocdoc before. I found it frustrating as it asked me over and over to repeat/input the same information. It is jot patient user friendly to navigate and challenging for people that are not tech savvy. I do not like zocdoc. This facility already had my information that should have been on file and imported into the new computer system when the business purchase transitioned. Now my personal information is out there in a cloud/app management system just so I could be seen for a sliver in my finger ??!!!
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Donna M.July 7, 2026
“Excellent visit.! I was nervous because this wasn’t who I normally saw.He was positive & very assuring. I would refer him to everyone!!”
Patricia B.July 2, 2026
About Dr. Brett Bender
Dr. Brett Bender earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002. He completed his internship at the same institution and served as Chief Intern.
After internship, he completed a Family Medicine residency through St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown, PA, where he honed his skills in treating the patient as a whole. He completed his Dermatology residency at Michigan State University, spending the majority of his training treating dermatology patients in the metro Detroit area.
After residency, Dr. Bender worked in Michigan for almost 20 years treating patients with medical dermatology conditions. He also had the opportunity to train residents and served as the Director of Osteopathic Education for the dermatology residency program in Farmington Hills, MI, through Michigan State University. In addition, he served as a primary investigator and sub-investigator in numerous clinical trials evaluating emerging treatments.
His love of the outdoors, including hiking, skiing, rafting, and fishing, along with a lifelong dream of living in the mountains, brought him to Montana. His clinical interests include psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, acne, skin cancer detection, contact dermatitis, and the surgical removal of cysts and lipomas.
Undergraduate Degree
University of Scranton, Scranton, PA
Medical Degree
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Dermatology Residency
Michigan State University / Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital, Pontiac, MI
Board Certification
American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Dermatology
American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
American Osteopathic Association
Michigan Osteopathic Medical Association
Oakland County Medical Association
American Medical Association
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Board certifications
- American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
Education and training
- Medical School - Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- Michigan State University, Residency in Dermatology
- The University of Scranton (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Medical Association
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1285752998
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I am a patient of Dr. Phoebe Koch prior to Skin MT being purchased by a corporate entity. I like her. Today I saw Dr. Brett Bender for a very minor issue that took about 7 minutes to remove. I had a glass shard foreign body stuck in my right index finger that was so tiny I needed help removing it, as I am right handed. It was an easy procedure but required two strong ?? lenses and another person to do it because I could not. I have never used zocdoc before. I found it frustrating as it asked me over and over to repeat/input the same information. It is jot patient user friendly to navigate and challenging for people that are not tech savvy. I do not like zocdoc. This facility already had my information that should have been on file and imported into the new computer system when the business purchase transitioned. Now my personal information is out there in a cloud/app management system just so I could be seen for a sliver in my finger ??!!!
July 7, 2026Donna M.Verified patient
Excellent visit.! I was nervous because this wasn’t who I normally saw.He was positive & very assuring. I would refer him to everyone!!
July 2, 2026Patricia B.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Brett Bender work with?
Dr. Brett Bender works with SkinCare MT.
Where is Dr. Brett Bender's office located?
Dr. Brett Bender has 2 office locations, including in Bozeman and Livingston, view full addresses on Dr. Bender's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Bender have?
Dr. Brett Bender is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brett Bender?
Dr. Brett Bender frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brett Bender on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Brett Bender speak?
Dr. Brett Bender speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Brett Bender in reviews?
2 patients have reviewed Dr. Brett Bender. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.