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Summary
Dr. James Bates is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. With 15 years of experience in practice, Dr. Bates brings extensive expertise in caring for adult patients across multiple healthcare settings.
Dr. Bates practices at Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus in Asheville, North Carolina, and maintains affiliations with several regional hospitals including Mission Hospital, Mission Children's Hospital, and multiple Carilion health system locations. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. He also coordinates comprehensive care plans that may involve physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy to help patients maintain their independence and mobility.
Dr. Bates practices at Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus in Asheville, North Carolina, and maintains affiliations with several regional hospitals including Mission Hospital, Mission Children's Hospital, and multiple Carilion health system locations. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. He also coordinates comprehensive care plans that may involve physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy to help patients maintain their independence and mobility.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
- 3 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Geriatric Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 15 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Farsi | Speaks English | ||
| Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC |
| Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Karl-Franzens Univ Of Graz Med Fac Austria |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Myrick Bates has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Myrick Bates has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011
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- Dr. James Bates's office is located at 428 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801.
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