Dr. Jay N. Bates, MD | Augusta, GA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Jay Bates treats ventral hernia, obesity and overweight, and cholelithiasis. He practices surgery in Augusta, Georgia, and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Bates speaks English and Spanish and is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital. He completed his medical training at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and his residency at Carolinas Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bates 4.53 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.5

19 Ratings
30 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Carolinas Medical Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
1 area of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Bates' Ratings and Reviews

4.5

19 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 18 Minutes

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What an awesome experience! Dr. J. Newton Bates is a very personable doctor with high regard for the concerns of his patients, I absolutely would regard Dr. Bates & his entire staff one of the best Doctors Offices in the CSRA.... please continue the positive vibes and Thank you

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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December 6th, 2019

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Excellent caring doctor.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 29th, 2019

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Excellent surgeon. I can’t speak more highly of the care I was provided. It may have been a routine and common procedure but he provided plenty of information about what was going to happen. He’s confident and extremely knowledgeable.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 25th, 2019

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Very pleased with Dr. Bates before, during and after surgery. Took lots of time with me to explain options and possible outcomes of treatment.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 11th, 2015

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I was very impressed with Dr. Bates office demeanor and also with his bedside manner after having to spend some time in the hospital after my surgery. He is very professional and I would recommend him to anyone that is in need of surgery. Thanks for being a refreshing moment during a trying time of surgery.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 21st, 2015

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Very professional and highly skilled with diagnosis and treatment.Referring patients to highly skilled physcian as needed.Great bedside manner and a great asset to the medical field.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 27th, 2012

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My office visit was excellent! I was there about my gallbladder and he was on it, there was no "um, well, or i think" like some doctors would say. I was very comfortable and pleased with the appts and surgery! He ROCKS!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 2nd, 2012

Augusta Surgical Group Pc

1430 Harper St Ste BAugusta, GA 30901

Tel: (706) 724-5451

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center

1120 15th StAugusta, GA 30912

Tel: (706) 721-2273

Piedmont Augusta Hospital

1350 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30901

Tel: (706) 722-9011

Piedmont Augusta Hospital Summerville Campus

2260 Wrightsboro RdAugusta, GA 30904

Tel: (706) 481-7000


Dr. Jay Newton Bates JR., MD	Dr. William Wolff	Dr. Corbett Mark Thigpen, MD	Dr. Jeffrey Rogers, MD
Surgery	Other	Sports Medicine	Transplant Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.3 (7 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience		52 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Augusta , GA	Augusta , GA	Augusta , GA	Winston Salem , NC
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University		Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Jay Newton Bates holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Carolinas Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1588657274.

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Where is Dr. Jay Bates's office located?: Dr. Jay Bates's office is located at 1430 Harper St Ste B, Augusta, GA, 30901.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jay Bates affiliated with?: Dr. Jay Bates is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital.
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Does Dr. Jay Bates accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Jay Bates has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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