Dr. Harold Eugene Cates, MD

Dr. Cates is an excellent doctor and has provided me excellent results. I had a knee revision in 2022 and this week I had my final annual checkup with him. The new knee is stable, painless and fully operational. I highly recommend Dr. Cates and the Tennessee Orthopedic Clinic for anyone needing knee replacement or revision. Thank you Dr. Cates.

I have to admit I went into my first visit a bit defensive in dealing him because of previous physician I went to for an evaluation in my right knee. However, by the end of that first visit with Dr Cates, I knew my defensive attitude was unwarranted. By our second visit I felt much better, more open to him and his warm and friendly manner and staff, in his office in general. That was it for me, I’m glad I went back this last time to get my surgery date set up, and have complete confident I will be given the best quality of treatment during and after.. So glad to know there’s still a kind, comfortable physician who is willing to listen to his patients and a supportive staff who give the same kind and caring support as well.

Dr Cates is the Most Caring, and listening Doctor I have experienced . He even tries to help you figure out WHAT is the Problem and HOW to fix it! And He Succeeds and HELPS you! WONDERFUL Man and Caring Doctor . He completed my hips in 2016 and has been a Great Doctor to help since! Intelligent, Wise , and Compassionate . That is Dr Harold Cates. THANK YOU .

Dr cates is the most passionate dr around.he has taken care of both of my parents and my sister.and now he’s taking care of me. I would not want anyone else to do my surgery.

TOA staff are courteous and friendly, and Dr. Cates is a wonderful doctor. He listens to you and takes the time to explain things so that you understand clearly what the issue is. He is patient and incredibly kind. I have been told by others that he is THE Knee Doctor in Knoxville, and I know he works wonders with hips because a colleague's reference is why I switched to him in the first place--she was back on the tennis courts three weeks after surgery! Thank you, Dr. Cates!

I had a wonderful first experience with TOC and Dr. Cates. Staff were courteous, professional, and friendly. Dr. Cates had an excellent bedside manner and was a gentleman to talk with. I felt like I left having all the information I needed and was very comfortable in decisions we made. Highly recommend!

Dr. Cates is a wonderful, caring physician. He was able to diagnose my problem immediately and clearly explained my options and the likelihood of success with each option in a clear, concise manner. His staff is very kind, too, and top notch!

Dr. Cates has replaced both my knees. You will no find a doctor who cares more about his patients and their well being. Excellent surgeon, fantastic staff. I would not think of going to anyone else.

The staff was very friendly

Dr Cates is an excellent orthopedic physician as well as a kind and gentle man. He has provided care to many of my family members and we have all been well pleased.