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.

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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

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Dr. James Myrick Bates, MDDr. Golnosh Sharafsaleh, MDDr. Kathleen Blaney Marshall, MDDr. Igor Melnychuk, MD
Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.8 
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 , NCAsheville , NCAsheville , NCAsheville , 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

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

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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