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Aaron Bates, M.D.
Southeast Orthopedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Orthopedic Surgery of the Shoulder, Knee, and Elbow, Sports Medicine, Orthobiologics
Jacksonville, Fleming Island
4.8
1938 Ratings
710 Comments
Dr. Aaron Bates is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He has experience working with several minor and major professional sports organizations, as well as teams at the high school and collegiate level.
4.8
1938 Ratings
710 Comments
Dr. Aaron Bates is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He has experience working with several minor and major professional sports organizations, as well as teams at the high school and collegiate level.
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Northside
15255 Max Legget Parkway
Suite 5300
Jacksonville, FL 32218
Suite 5300
Jacksonville, FL 32218
Fleming Island
4565 US-17
Ste 200
Fleming Island, FL 32003
Ste 200
Fleming Island, FL 32003
Riverside
2627 Riverside Ave
Suite 300
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Suite 300
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Dr. Aaron Bates is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Md. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at UF Health in Jacksonville, Fl. and later completed a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX.
Previously, Dr. Bates has served as the team physician for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Jacksonville Sharks. During his medical training, he helped to cover the Houston Astros and the Houston Texans. Currently, he is the team physician for the Jacksonville Icemen and Clay County high schools.
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Ligament and Tendon Repairs
Shoulder, Knee and Elbow Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
Orthobiologics
Education
Doctor of Medicine
University of Maryland
(Baltimore, Maryland)
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Towson State University
(Towson, Maryland)
Training
Fellowship, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, Texas)
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, University of Florida (Jacksonville, Florida)
Orthopedic House Officer, University of Florida (Jacksonville, Florida)
Naval Flight Surgeon, Naval Air Station Corpus (Corpus Christi, Texas)
Student Naval Flight Surgeon, Naval Aerospace Medical Institute (Pensacola, Florida)
General Medical Officer, United States Naval Academy (Annapolis, Maryland)
Internship, General Surgery, National Naval Medical Center (Bethesda, Maryland)
Certifications
Medical Doctors License, State of Florida
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
The Bates Team
Ryan Hentkowski, PA-C
Justin McGinnis, PA-C
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This was the first time I saw Dr. Bates. He was very friendly and was able to diagnose my problem quickly. I felt very at ease because he was so easy to talk to the reason for my visit. Would highly recommend Dr. Bates to my friends.
Always looking out for your best health.
Awesome, he’s customer friendly very thorough and to the point
Always professional and adept in his examination and diagnosis. I feel very secure and confident in his care
Outstanding surgeon and person! He lays out a plan, explains the choices, does the work and keeps his promises. Couldn't ask for a better Dr or person - and he doesn't give you just doctor-language
Highly professional. Really cares about the patients.
He is a very good doctor.
Very informative, he made me feel very comfortable and was genuine
Personable. Asked questions to understand my condition. We'll see how treatment goes. My previous ortho left the practice in Gainesville and I was uncomfortable with the background of the doctor taking new patients. Dr Bates has excellent reviews.
Dr Bates listened and answered questions thoroughly.