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Summary
Dr. Brian Bates specializes in surgery with four decades of experience serving patients throughout Michigan. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients with complex surgical needs. Dr. Bates communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Bates practices at several Corewell Health locations, including hospitals in Niles, Saint Joseph, and Watervliet, Michigan. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to help diagnose and treat digestive health concerns.
Dr. Bates practices at several Corewell Health locations, including hospitals in Niles, Saint Joseph, and Watervliet, Michigan. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to help diagnose and treat digestive health concerns.
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Quick Facts
- 40 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Brian Elbert Bates has 5 locationsLakeland General Surgery Niles
42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 100Niles, MI 49120 Tel: (269) 684-6696
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Lakeland Comprehensive Weight Loss Center
42 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE STE 101NILES, MI 49120 Tel: (269) 687-4673
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Brian Elbert Bates, MD | Dr. Daniel Alan Stephens, MD | Dr. Carl Lee Whitt, MD | Dr. Ted Sugimoto, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 40 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Niles , MI | Saint Joseph , MI | Dowagiac , MI | Saint Joseph , MI |
| Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: Hanyang University College Of Medicine | Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Elbert Bates
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Brian Elbert Bates has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Brian Elbert Bates has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. Brian Elbert Bates holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1558317446.
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- Dr. Brian Bates is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Niles Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospital, and Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital.
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