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Dr. Brian Bates, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Brian Bates, MD
4.5 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Brian Bates, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Niles, MI.
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Dr. Brian Bates, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Niles, MI
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian Bates, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Niles, MI.

About

Dr. Brian Bates, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Niles, MI and has 38 years experience. They graduated from Loma Linda University in 1986 and completed a residency at Pontiac General Hosp-N Oakland Mc.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Spectrum Health Lakeland Medical Center. At present, Dr. Bates received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bates is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colorectal Cancer
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colorectal Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Anal Cauterization
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Lumpectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Anal Disorders
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aneurysm
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Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Abscess
Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chronic Anal Fissure
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Duodenal Ulcer
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Head and Neck Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Visceroptosis
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bunion Surgery
Colectomy
Colonoscopy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Sphincterotomy
Tracheal Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Physicians Care Network
  • Priority PPO
  • Trustmark Insurance Company
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 100, Niles, MI 49120
  2. 2 Lakeland Hospital Niles
    31 N Saint Joseph Ave, Niles, MI 49120
  3. 3 Family Care of Coloma Watervliet
    6559 Paw Paw Ave, Coloma, MI 49038

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4.5
Based on 10 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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Sep 22, 2023
He was very caring and thorough.
— Sep 22, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Breast Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Pontiac General Hosp-N Oakland Mc
    1992
Residency Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Bates, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bates' profile.

Dr. Brian Bates, MD is affiliated with Spectrum Health Lakeland Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Brian Bates, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Spectrum Health Lakeland Medical Center

    1234 Napier Ave, Saint Joseph, MI