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Dr. Douglas Gates, MD

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Sylva, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gates has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Harris Regional Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

80 Healthcare Dr Ste 203 Sylva, NC 28779

Make an Appointment

(828) 586-5531

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gates is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital Sylva, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gates specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Gates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gates

4.5

20 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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E A Martin – Nov 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 04, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jean Childers Scott – Sep 10, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Willie Sherrill and Cinda Sherrill in Whittier, NC – Feb 09, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joel Queen in Cherokee – May 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robbinsville, NC – Nov 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kimberly Triebe – Jul 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Annette in Franklin N.C – Dec 30, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Sylva, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gates has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of North...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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  • Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.a.

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Nc/nc Hosps

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sylva Orthopaedic Associates PA80 Healthcare Dr Ste 203 Sylva, NC 28779
1

Practice

Harris Women's Care55 Holly Springs Park Dr Franklin, NC 28734
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Highlands Cashiers Hospital

    190 Hospital Dr
    Highlands, NC 28741

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Harris Regional Hospital

    68 Hospital Rd
    Sylva, NC 28779
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Haywood Regional Medical Center

    262 Leroy George Dr
    Clyde, NC 28721
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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