Dr. Robert Bents specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive shoulder and knee surgeries. He became board certified in 1999 and holds a subspecialty certificate in sports medicine. Following his education and early career, he established himself as one of the premier orthopedic surgeons in Southern Oregon.
Dr. Robert Bents specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive shoulder and knee surgeries. He became board certified in 1999 and holds a subspecialty certificate in sports medicine. Following his education and early career, he established himself as one of the premier orthopedic surgeons in Southern Oregon.
Dr. Robert Bents was born and raised in Oregon. Following his education and early career, he returned to Oregon in 2004 and established himself as one of the premier orthopedic surgeons in Southern Oregon.
Using the most modern and minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Bents specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive shoulder and knee surgeries. He also performs arthroscopy of the hip, ankle, and elbow. Dr. Bents was Board Certified in 1999 and holds a Subspecialty Certificate in Sports Medicine.
At the US Air Force Academy, he was served as the head team physician for several NCAA Division 1 teams and worked closely with the Olympic Training Center and USA Boxing. He continues to serve as the team physician for several local high schools and collegiate boxing events. He performs over 500 surgeries per year and has over 20 years of orthopedic experience.
Dr. Bents has been the Board Chairman of the Grants Pass Surgery Center since 2011. He is actively involved in research and has numerous publications in prestigious journals.
Education & Prior Experience
Paragon Orthopedic Center, since 2006
Ashland Orthopedic Associates, 2004 - 2006
Chief of the Orthopedic Department, United States Air Force Academy, Colorado, 2000 - 2004
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery, Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1997 - 2000
Orthopedic Surgery Residency, Wilford Hall Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas - 1997
Air Force F-16 Flight Surgeon - Misawa Air Force Base, Japan, 1991 - 1993
Aerospace Medicine Primary Course, Brooks AFB, Texas, 1991
Surgical Internship, Oregon Health Sciences University, 1991
Medical Degree, Oregon Health Sciences University, 1990
Bachelors Degree, Distinguished Graduate, United States Air Force Academy, 1986
Certifications & Professional Affiliations
Board Certification - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - 2009
Fellow since 1999 - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member - Arthroscopy Association of North America
Community Involvement & Personal Activities
Dr. Bents is an active member of the community and works closely with local athletes and teams. He has a special interest in ACL injury prevention and in working with throwing athletes. He is an avid fisherman and enjoys coaching youth sports teams, playing baseball, snowboarding and camping with his family. Dr. Bents and his wife have 3 children and reside in Grants Pass.
Dr. Bents is the BEST! He sincerely cares about his patients and their ability to get back to a full life after healing.
Seemed to be a very nice man and I'm sure a very good doctor and it was a really good ti meet with him.
Excellent Doctor. Fantastic bedside manner. Very talented surgeon.
Polite and attentive!!
Dr. Bents is the best!
Explained injury and recovery thoroughly easy to talk to
Shoulder replacement excellent results. Personable
Very informative and easy to talk to.
I feel very confident in my doctor. He’s personable. No worries going into surgery
I have had a great experience with Dr.Bents and his staff. Dr. Bents s very personable and his staff is very efficient and on top of things.