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Summary
Dr. Brian Bates is a surgeon with four decades of experience treating patients throughout Michigan. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to surgical care with a focus on gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Bates is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in the region.
Dr. Bates practices at multiple locations across southwestern Michigan, including Saint Joseph, Niles, and Watervliet. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Niles Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospital, and Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital. His expertise includes treating colon polyps and diverticular conditions. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to help diagnose and treat digestive health issues.
Dr. Bates practices at multiple locations across southwestern Michigan, including Saint Joseph, Niles, and Watervliet. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Niles Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospital, and Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital. His expertise includes treating colon polyps and diverticular conditions. He performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to help diagnose and treat digestive health issues.
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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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| Surgery | Dermatologic Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology | Other |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 40 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Niles , MI | Mishawaka , IN | South Bend , IN | South Bend , IN |
| Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | |
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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
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Loma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986
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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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