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Summary
Dr. John Bates is a board-certified osteopathic physician specializing in surgery with advanced training in plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been practicing for 11 years. His dual expertise in general surgery and plastic surgery allows him to provide comprehensive surgical care across multiple specialties.
Dr. Bates practices at several locations throughout Columbia, South Carolina, and maintains hospital privileges at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital. He focuses on treating patients with breast cancer, cancer recurrence, and obesity-related conditions. His surgical expertise includes breast reconstruction surgery and breast implant procedures. Dr. Bates also performs surgical pathology services to help diagnose and guide treatment decisions for his patients.
Dr. Bates practices at several locations throughout Columbia, South Carolina, and maintains hospital privileges at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital. He focuses on treating patients with breast cancer, cancer recurrence, and obesity-related conditions. His surgical expertise includes breast reconstruction surgery and breast implant procedures. Dr. Bates also performs surgical pathology services to help diagnose and guide treatment decisions for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. John A Bates has 5 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. John A Bates, DO | Jatin Prabhakar Vemuri | Katharine Storo | Alexandria Renee Waler |
| Surgery | Plastic Surgery | Vascular & Interventional Radiology | Plastic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 11 Years of Experience | 1 Year of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Columbia , SC | Columbia , SC | Jackson , MS | Columbia , SC |
| Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia | Med School: University Of Central Florida College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John A Bates
Medical Specialties
Dr. John A Bates has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John A Bates has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Dr. John A Bates holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015.
NPI Number
Dr. Bates' NPI number is 1326425059.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. John Bates affiliated with?
- Dr. John Bates is affiliated with Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital.
- Where is Dr. John Bates's office located?
- Dr. John Bates's office is located at 1220 Blanding St, Columbia, SC, 29201.
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