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Dr. Matthew Spates, MD

Dr. Matthew Spates, MD

Emergency Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Spates, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Norwich, CT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1994. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

326 Washington St Norwich, CT 06360

Make an Appointment

(860) 823-6389

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Spates specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Spates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spates

4.0
4 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
25%
25%

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Poor bedside etiquette
Came into the ER in severe pain due to my ovarian cysts and possible torsion and he told me to keep it down and that I was causing a scene for other patients and that I need to calm down before he can help me. I don't wish anyone to see him, and its not my only bad experience with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 18, 2024
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Awesome Dr.
I brought my som to Plainfield ER for severe uncontrollable muscle twitching. Dr Spates has an excellent bedside manner. He was very knowledgeable and knew what tests to order. Wish he had his own practice!
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
Helpful
Jul 31, 2024
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He Listened
I arrived by ambulance due to severe haedache . And he not only got me pain relief quickly. He also listened to other concerns and helped with those issues also. Wow.. Felt supported and listened to. Thank you
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Terri Marshall – Jun 05, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew Spates, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Norwich, CT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1994. He is affiliated with Backus Hospital.

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

The William W Backus Hospital326 Washington St Norwich, CT 06360
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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