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Dr. James Oates, MD

Rheumatology* Age 60
Dr. James Oates, MD
4.0 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Charleston, SC.
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Dr. James Oates, MD

Rheumatology* Age 60
Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Charleston, SC.
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Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Charleston, SC and has 33 years experience. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at Duke University Hospital.They currently practice at MUSC Health Rutledge Tower and are affiliated with University Medical Center. Dr. Oates has experience treating conditions like Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Oates received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Oates is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 MUSC Health Rutledge Tower
    135 Rutledge Ave Fl 11, Charleston, SC 29425

Experience and Background Check

Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Lupus
Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Lupus
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Arthritis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Fibromyalgia
Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Vasculitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Behçet's Disease
Bursitis
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Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fever
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Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Hip Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Pyogenic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Systemic Vasculitis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound

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May 27, 2023
I think I would prefer a woman doctor. He’s a nice man very book smart, and knows his stuff. I prefer someone who will explain better than he does, and someone who has more empathy and kindness. Appointments are hard to get, the staff is very friendly, he is busy and crams most of his time into on Monday for patients. Big hospitals make it difficult for patients and he fits image of a doctor in a big hospital. Good guy, smart guy, but bad bedside manner.
— May 27, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Oates, MD is a rheumatology specialist in Charleston, SC and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1991. He specializes in Rheumatology.
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Rheumatology
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Duke University Hospital
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital|Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Oates, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Oates' profile.

Dr. Oates frequently treats the following conditions: Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Oates, MD is affiliated with University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Oates, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Dr. Oates has over 33 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University Medical Center

    171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC

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