Summary

Dr. James Cates is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and brings four decades of medical experience to his practice. Dr. Cates is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Cates practices at Cookeville Regional Medical Center and provides care in Cookeville, Tennessee. He specializes in treating joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teenagers. His approach to treatment includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and skilled care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James W Cates has 2 locations

Satellite Med Pllc

1120 Sams StCookeville, TN 38506
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Cookeville Regional Medical Center

1 Medical Center BlvdCookeville, TN 38501

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41 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English
Cookeville , TNLawrenceville , GABoca Raton , FLOrlando , FL
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James W Cates

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Medical Specialties

Dr. James W Cates has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James W Cates has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

Meharry Medical College School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Cates speak?
Dr. James Cates speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Cates affiliated with?
Dr. James Cates is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Cates?
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Does Dr. James Cates accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. James Cates accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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