Dr. Bob Stephenson was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon. He graduated from South Eugene High school and began his undergraduate studies at Lewis and Clark College. Dr. Stephenson received his degrees in 1983 from Oregon State University. He received his dental training at Georgetown University and has been practicing in the Eugene area since graduating and receiving his license from the Oregon Board of Dentistry in 1987.

Dr. Stephenson continues studying to stay up to date with the latest technology. He is a member of the Exploring Excellence Study Club and the Emerald Dental Research Group. He served as the Secretary Treasurer of the Lane County Dental Society for four years. Dr. Stephenson is a member of the American Dental Association, Oregon Dental Association, and the Lane County Dental Society.

He enjoys spending time with his family and his hobbies include enjoying the great outdoors biking, hiking, rafting, and skiing.