Maria Elena Bendana MD

Midtown OBGYN

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Columbus, GA

Most recent review: 3 days ago New
3.9
16 Ratings
8 Comments

Dr. Bendana joined Midtown OBGYN in 2025 after completing her residency in Columbus, GA, and practicing for many years. She was born in Leon, Nicaragua but raised in Washington state, where she finished her undergraduate studies before moving to Costa Rica for her medical degree. After completing her studies in Costa Rica, she came to Columbus to complete her residency in Family Medicine. Dr. Bendana has worked in urgent care and primary care in Columbus and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

3.9
16 Ratings
8 Comments

Dr. Bendana joined Midtown OBGYN in 2025 after completing her residency in Columbus, GA, and practicing for many years. She was born in Leon, Nicaragua but raised in Washington state, where she finished her undergraduate studies before moving to Costa Rica for her medical degree. After completing her studies in Costa Rica, she came to Columbus to complete her residency in Family Medicine. Dr. Bendana has worked in urgent care and primary care in Columbus and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Very informative and ready to help . Great at answering any questions .

(3 days ago) May-2026

Dr. Bedana’s bedside manner was very poor. She had little to no compassion, treated me like a child (I have my masters in nutrition), and made me feel horrible about my body. She treated my symptoms like a checklist and told me to consume 1200 calories. 1200-calorie diets often lead to a restrict–binge cycle because your body is trying to catch up on energy. I already have a binge eating personality. I will not return to this doctor.

(2 weeks ago) Apr-2026

Every time I have an appointment with her, it’s pleasent. I love this doctor and will recommend her to anyone.

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

Had an appointment to establish care and introduction seemed cold..first time I didn’t really enjoy going to the doctor. Felt intimidated the whole time. Provider did good at explaining results but it was just an uncomfortable experience

(1 month ago) Apr-2026

Great care, very informative.

(3 months ago) Feb-2026

I left in tears. I’ve never been spoken to or treated this way by a doctor who I am “paying” before. I was treated like I was stupid, she wouldn’t listen to me, she made smart remarks, and told me I was ignorant for not being on birth control postpartum (after I explained that my husband and I had to try for 2 years and I was not interested in birth control regardless of her take on it.) I literally left just feeling like… wow, what a weird way for someone to kick me when I’m already down. This was my first and last experience with her.

(4 months ago) Jan-2026

Very personable.

(4 months ago) Dec-2025

Friendly, wonderful bedside manner, caring and listen lbs to the patient.

(4 months ago) Dec-2025

Rushed My Visit Talk Very Fast Moves Even Faster Dont Feel Like She Was Really Listening To Me At All.

(4 months ago) Dec-2025