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Dr. Douglas Gates, MD

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Carbondale, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1991. He is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

305 W Jackson St Ste 100 Carbondale, IL 62901
Telehealth available
(618) 549-5361

Dr. Gates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gates

4.1

16 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
19%
19%

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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
What could be improved
No results
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T – Mar 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rachele in Norris city, IL – Nov 30, 2018
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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He knows who in Murphysboro, IL – Jul 14, 2016
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biography

Dr. Douglas Gates, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Carbondale, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1991. He is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Loma Linda University

    Medical School, 1991
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Dr. Gates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    New Horizons Obstetrics & Gynecology305 W Jackson St Ste 100 Carbondale, IL 62901
    1
    Office3230 Veterans Memorial Dr Mount Vernon, IL 62864
    2

    Practice

    Heartland Women's Healthcare LTD3408 Office Park Dr Marion, IL 62959
    3
    Heartland Women's Healthcare3130 Veterans Memorial Dr Mount Vernon, IL 62864
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale

      405 W Jackson St
      Carbondale, IL 62901
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

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

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

      1% lower 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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