Dr. Barbara Ayers Bates, MD

Dr. Barbara Bates is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients and families. She earned her medical degree from The Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and completed her residency training at the Medical College of Wisconsin. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Bates brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She speaks both Chinese and Spanish, allowing her to connect with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Bates practices at Cheshire Medical Center and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, with locations in Keene and Lebanon, New Hampshire. She specializes in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea in both adults and children. Her approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to support patient wellness. Dr. Bates also provides routine preventive care such as flu testing to help patients maintain their health year-round. Patients have given her an …average rating of 3.7 stars.