Aaron Bates, M.D.

Confident and Caring

Very professional and caring dr. Didn't push surgery and provided a different approach.

Dr. Bates did an amazing job on my shoulder. Would definitely use him again if needed.

Dr Bates is so polite, courteous & thoroughly explains everything. He is an excellent surgeon.

Very Professional, detail oriented and friendly.

Outstanding surgeon! I highly recommend Dr. Bates to everyone I talk too that is considering shoulder surgery. He is always friendly and professional, and makes sure you are informed about all your options.

Dr Bates is straight forward and extremely knowledgeable. I feel very comfortable with my care.

hes fantastic

Dr. Bates was very patient with me during my visit. He took a fair amount of time explaining my injury and what it will involve to repair it. I would highly recommend him to others.

Mr. Bates is a great doctor, very informative and works with you patiently.

Extremely professional and knowledgeable l would recommend Dr. Bates to anyone that needs surgery

Wated an hour to get in only was in there 10 min .didnt offer or ask if needed anything for pain he did want to give me a cortisone shot so he new I was in pain. I wanted some 800 Ibeprovin went to the store brought a bottle taken 8 a day along with Tylenol to releave pain.dont know if I'll be going back I went an

Extremely long wait and i saw his PA

Dr. Bates was friendly, kind, and talked with me in a way that I completely understood my issue and its causes.

I put off my shoulder replacement for 7 years because of my fears. I regret not meeting Dr. Bates 7 years ago. I wouldn’t go to anyone else for this surgery.

Professional and knowledgeable and .😊

Best sports med doctor out there!!

Absolutely awful saying the muscle tissue crackes.

Wonderful, experience with Dr. Bates. I waled in the office in terrible pain and walked out in no pain. Thank you so very much Dr. Bates

Fantastic!

Dr Bates is great

Needs to respect patients appointment time not have them sitting in the room waiting to be seen for 45 minutes and the does come in and say anything to the patient My time is just as valuable as the Doctors

Dr Bates was great as usual.. always explains everything in full.

Obviously skilled, had good advice and did not make me feel rushed.

He was great, explained my pain and how to improve.

After 5 weeks of physical therapy with no benefit, the Doctor recommended physical therapy for 6 weeks.

Excellent felt very confident. Thank You

Personable, easy to talk to and very professional!

I waited a long time to be seen just to be ignored and dismissed by the physician.

Explained everything and took time to answer all my questions.

Caring, knowledgeable provider!

Very professional and friendly. Dr. Bates explained everything to me in plain English, so I feel comfortable moving forward with him.

He was very knowledgeable about what was going on with my knee and referred me to a knee orthopedic

Dr Bates was amazing!!! Very knowledgeable, kind and personable….i would highly recommend him 🌴

Dr. Bates was very friendly and took the time to explain everything and answer any questions I had. My visit was efficient without feeling rushed.

Best ortho on the planet in my honest opinion

Very nice, very gentle & thorough.

excellent doctor takes his time with you and makes sure you understand full diagnosis and treatment plan

No one better than Dr bates

Dr. Bates was very kind and thorough.

Excellent advice

Professional, gracious, respectful, great knowledge of his specialty. Appreciative of "new general knowledge/information"

I found him to be very impersonal. Though he was knowledgeable.

Explains everything & takes his time. Doesn’t rush you and answers all your questions.

Top kudos.

Dr Bates has a great reputation for being an excellent surgeon, but he’s also kind and caring to his patients. His honest approach proved that he has the best interest of his patients at heart.

I am very fortunate to have Dr Bates as my surgeon. His energy around fixing my knee has helped me feel calmer about my operations. The result of the first surgery exceeded expectations. If you luck out and have Dr Bates, know you are in the best of hands.

Professional, efficient, and explained in terms our minor could understand.

Recommended PRP procedure very helpful treatment for my unstable knee

Very thorough

Doctor Bates and his team have been great 😊

Very pleasant and knowledgeable and provided a detailed treatment plan.

Dr. Bates was wonderful and explained everything in a way that I could easily understand.

Dr Bates is very nice but I haven't been able to tell if he's a good doctor or not. He spe ds very little time with you. Does a very basic exam and has even asked me to rake an anti inflammatory that I dont do we with. Other than that he's very personable and insists on PT.

Rushed and wasnt careful while handling my knee.

Dr. Bates was very professional and informative about my prognosis. His staff and nurses were the best in bedside courtesy I've seen in a long time. Thanks

Always pleasant and efficient and easy to understand. Great sugeon

Excellent

Knowledgeable, friendly and caring.

Friendly and competent Doctor!

Honest, sincere and to the point greatly appreciated

Dr. Bates is very professional and a top doctor with the latest treatment, to get you back happy and healthy! I would absolutely recommend him.

Dr. Bates has an unprofessional and disrespectful attitude towards patients and their loved ones. He is condescending while also remaining unclear and leaving questions unanswered. I do not trust this doctor.

Dr Bates was professional an helpful to in making the decision l had maid about my problem.

Very thorough! Created a plan to help offset my injury.

excellent interaction and information sharing with me. Not rushed, excellent care. Thank you

He was not very sympathetic to the pain I am in.

Dr Aaron Bates is very good. He is easy to talk to and listens and answers all Questions.

He is amazing, love his bedside manners and how he takes the time to explain everyting in plain English.

I saw Ryan Hentowski

Very professional did my left shoulder four years ago my right shoulder three months ago very happy with it

Dr. Bates is professional and pleasant. He asked questions and confirmed answers. Completed examination of shoulder and reviewd x rays. He let me his diagnosis, explained it, explained .medications to prescribe, treatment including lenght of it and scheduled follow up. Very pleased with Dr. Bates on the first appointment. Also. It was easy to get the appt. The scheduling office also professional, prompt response, and patient . Thanks

He was very thorough and explained what he was doing. Very personable.

Very intelligent, professional and good communicator.

I took my daughter to see Dr Bates for a second opinion. We live out of state. Dr Bates and his staff was amazing in every aspect of our visit. His bedside manner is on point, he took time to talk to my daughter and answer any questions that we had. He makes you feel like you’re the only patient, and doesn’t make you feel rushed at all. I highly recommend him and I will drive to him if I ever needed ortho for myself.

Still the best ortho doctor in Florida. Really cares about patients and their treatment. Never tries to rush treatment or surgery without looking at all the options.

I am grateful that Dr. Bates was able to rebuild my right shoulder rotator cuff which I destroyed playing sports. I whole-heartedly recommend him to family and friends alike.

Fantastic personality and calm nature.

I just love Dr Bates!!

I would never have shoulder surgery with Noone but Dr.Aaron Bates He is beyond excellence in surgical procedures. His compassion and bedside manners are beyond my expectations .His assistant PA Ryan is an incredible compassionate detailed in answering all questions asked nomatter how small. They make an excellent team.Both are a great asset to Southeast orthopedics Specialist.

This is the 6th day Post-Op and I have less pain. he sent me a personal call on the second day. just wish his office were closer to my home. i wish he had given me an operative report on the DOS. My husband and daughter did not remember or understand what he said after the surgery.

Dr. Bates is very Professional!!!

I really enjoyed him being my doctor through this time of need rotator cuff surgery. He done an excellent job.

He knew what I needed

He is the best!

very nice and understanding

Very professional, always explains my progress interma I cN understand. Would recommend Dr Bates

Dr. Bates really listens and is terrific!

Seemed unfriendly or in a bad mood. When last seen PA offered Injection, which I declined at the time as I was already on daily Prednisone. When I scheduled I explained to scheduler I was need corticosteroid injection. However, Dr Bates said that was not possible to day as those are done by his PA Today’s appointment was a waste of Fr Bates time and mine as well. Now coming back in a week to get injection

Muy bueno. Excelente Doctor

Dr Bates was great! Thorough in his explanation of my next step.

Very nice and professional

I was very perturbed, as I had to wait 90 minutes for my scheduled appointment. The young lady who brought me to the back made a comment as she walked out the room because she didn't understand my frustration. My plans for the day were ruined because of tardiness of staff.

Very professional and pleasant to talk with. Made the problem very simple to understand and was conservative in the treatment planned, with input from us. I would highly recommend him.

Did an awesome job on my shoulder. Very friendly and professional.

He was agood doctor he explained everything were my aunt could intersex lauht jock withhergoodjob

very thorough and friendly. Highly recommend.

Professional, informative and caring.

Dr. Bates is receptive to concerns. He is very thorough and professional regarding my need.

Very good bedside manner. Very professional and detailed with what is going on with my child. I have a great appreciation for thoroughness.

Caring, concerned. Took time to answer my questions.

Professional, compassionate, active listener

he is always willing to answer my questions and explain anythng I dont understand.

Very thorough!

Excellent

He talks down to me. He is the rudest doctor I have ever encountered. He talks to me very uncaring and disrespectful. He can’t have a good heart or care for people by the way he talks to me and makes me feel.i would never recommend him. He makes me feel like I'm wasting his time. He looks at me with an angry face and disgusted face. Makes me feel worthless and like I'm trash.

Informative, friendly and easy on the eyes!

Dr. Bates repaired a torn meniscus in my knee and I am so very happy and thankful. I am now on the road to recovery and I can tell after only two days postop that I am going to be getting back to normal again. Thank you so much Dr. Bates to you and your surgical team.

My first meeting with Dr. Bates was comfortable as he and his Medical Scrib were congenial and informative! I appreciated their time and interest!

Waited two hours

Honest and very professional

I have only seen him once. It was not on my last visit, but it was on my first visit, and he was excellent.

He’s very professional and gives a detailed examination and explains everything. He’s done surgery on my knee for an acl replacement and it’s been wonderful! I highly recommend Dr. Bates !

Very well meeting with Dr. Aron Bates and his staff. Utmost

Very thorough.

Top-notch, very knowledgeable, sensitive to the patients needs.

Assuming another option than surgery

Very kind always greets you with a handshake when he comes in the room. We discussed my issue and he came up with a plan to help resolve it😊

Very friendly

Very friendly, professional, and clear spoken.

He was great today. Very attentive & informative. Just wish we would have had a face -to-face visit earlier in this process.

Dr Bates was thorough and efficient. I appreciated that he did not push me towards surgery and offered many noninvasive treatments.

Patient and thorough

Listened answered all my questions. Great visit

Dr Bates is straightforward. He does not pacify me. Sometimes it is scary, but I would rather hear the truth.

Explained everything and got straight to the point.

Dr Bates was very friendly and personable. He explained things thoroughly

Outstanding surgeon! Displays true concern for the patient and thier condition. I have met several people that had him repair their shoulder and have not heard one complaint.

He was a very pleasant, forthright doctor. I loved the way he explained what was going on with me and the questions he asked that helped to confirm the diagnosis. I did not feel like he was rushing me away. Thank You.

He has performed 3 surgeries, and several knee injections. Only orthopedic I trully trust, because great outcome every time

Great review of my issues and solutions.

Clinic was professionally satisfying

Awesome thanks 🙏

Knowledgeable, caring awesome provider!

I thank you and your staff are wounderful you have always treated me good .and helped me with my pain , thank you

Listens to his patient.

Excellent meeting with Dr. Bates. I am in good hands!!

Does an excellent job explaining the issue(s) and possible solutions. Great bed side manner as well.

He is so nice, I like Doctor Bates 👍

very good meeting.

Great

It was clear Dr. Bates did not review my record because it felt like it was my first time at the clinic. The way he was dismissive and made it seem like my injury and pain were all made up, there is absolutely no fix, is baffling to me. Instantly when he came in the room he had a “check in the box” attitude and was trying to get on with his day. He came to me HIGHLY recommended but I will not be recommending him going forward. People go to doctors and other professionals to get answers in hopes to resolve an ongoing issue and he had none and was disinterested at that point. Other than Dr. Bates, everyone at SOS Riverside was top tier amazing. Having some personality goes a long way.

Professional and Courteous!

Ok dude I guess. He should value more what the patient feels. Listen more.

Very pleased

Dr. Bates seems very competent but not particularly personable.

Unrushed and articulate in his diagnosis. Answered questions concisely.

Polite and professional service. Happy to have a doctor that actually listens to his patients.

Very friendly and professional. He gave me an honest opinion and provided non surgical remedies that may be beneficial.

30 minutes behind

Excellent service accurate diagnosis.

Very good doctor. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit!

Great demeanor and communication of condition and options. My first visit and I feel confident in his assessment.

Excellent all around

Clear, concise, and to the point.

The doctor is very thoughtful and thorough. He explained the problem I was having with my shoulder and why it was important to give it more time before doing another procedure.

Thank you so much!

Has told me nothing new and was not satisfied with the appointment

Great visit! Dr. Bates is very thorough and very personable. He and Maggie assisted me. Dr. Bates took time to answer any questions and explained my issue after reviewing my x-rays. I am very pleased with everyone. The staff are friendly and all did a great job. Thank you!

Seen him in the past. Will not go to anyone else

I liked Dr Bates a lot better than his PA. Very thorough.

The best!

DR Bates and his team were very welcoming and helpful. He confirmed initial condition and launched a treatment plan without delay.

Excellent

Patient, professional, knowledgeable and courteous

Superior surgical skills with a patient centric mindset. The fact that he was a collegiate athlete enhances his ability to treat and manage sports related injuries.

Friendly and explained everything

professional, k

Received no introduction/hello when he entered the room. Was in and out in less than 3 minutes.

I had an appointment for Cortisone shot for shoulder, instead, he wanted to do MRI and surgery, which I need neither!! He’s in business for only the money. I’ll never go back to his practice!!! And he was 1 hour and 15 minutes late for my appointment. Shame on you!

Fantastic OS with great staff support. Would not hesitate to use Dr Bates again.

He is a great surgeon with great bedside manner !

Dr.Bates was my second opinion. I am so happy I made that decision. He made sure I was well informed and comfortable.

Just sounds like a great doctor. New to me but I trusted what he had to say.

Very professional and seems to go to the highest expectations

Dr. Bates was very transparent with me about my injury. He made me feel confident and that I was in good hands with choosing him as my doctor for this recovery journey I’m about to start. I would highly recommend him!!

Excellent! Dr. Bates is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. I appreciate him explaining important aspects of my shoulder surgery/recovery and things to do to better it.

Quick efficient, explained everything clearly

Very knowledgeable and great bedside manner. I feel very comfortable knowing Dr Bates will be taking care of me.

I waited for 2 hours , doctor saw me for less than 5 minutes.

Very professional & no nonsense Doctor. Very pleased with my visit with Dr. Bates.

Dr. Bates is quite knowledgeable and he quickly understood my issue with a prompt diagnosis. They were incredibly busy and running about an hour behind schedule. Glad I saw him!

Very knowledgeable and good to my son. Very thorough in examination.

He was great I thank him be ble

Like the Dr good bed side manor

Very honest and professional.

Dr Bates is great. Took his time and explained the process completely

Check me out keep a smile on my face even though I was in pain good manners msid me like I was talking to a friend

Other than being 30 minutes late

Excellent bedside manner

Always great.

Super knowledgeable and treats you with respect

Overall great experience

I am so grateful for Dr. Bates and his listening and caring of my concerns about my shoulder. I was treated with respect and dignity as I was examined and found a solution.

Great doctor!

Extremely down to earth and explained everything to me. I felt he and the staff took the best care for me. Extremely pleased.

Dr Bates is very personable and really listens to the patients needs. Highly recommend!

Very helpful and answered all my questions to help me make s decision about surgery‼️

Dr Bates, was wonderful. Kind and available to answer all my questions. Provided me with a plan that he made sure I understood.

Greeted with grace & concern. Immediately wanted to do everything required to correct my conditions! Very professional & clear on what would come next. Highly recommend!

Very good attention

Dr. Bates is absolutely fantastic; very experienced and professional…highly recommend.

After a 38-year career in the medical sales business, I consider myself an expert in grading physicians. I can confidently say that Dr. Aaron Bates is at the top of his game whether it's surgical competency, patient empathy, and a comprehensive medical plan to bring the patient to the most optimal functional capability. He surrounds himself with a most caring and competent staff as well.

Wow!!!!

He was wonderful

Everything went lovely and I appreciate it very helpful

Very friendly and professional.

My first time visiting this doctor but he provided me with excellent service. I am so glad my PC referred me to him.

Very knowledgeable and nice deamonor.

excellent

Very nice and professional

Very kind and understanding of my situation. Jj

dr. Bates was awful. He wouldn’t listen or seem to care about my concerns. I will not be using him again. I had the worst post op care ever. He wasn’t concerned.

I like Dr. Bates! He is a very nice, knowledgeable Doctor!!

Dr Bates was thorough & explained my options well. He ordered additional tests to make sure of his diagnosis.

Not a 5-yet, but maybe. First time I met him. Personable, professional. To the point, but didn't push me out the door. Was persistent in learning my medical history due to his suspicions about my injury; jogged my 65 yo memory. I like him; will certainly return at this point for the MRI results with his PA and go from there.

Very professional and right to the point

Dr. Bates is wonderful, great surgeon and has a great bedside manner.

Doctor bates has always been a very good listener telling me exactly what needs to be done and if I have any questions he answers them he is awesome

Kind, compassionate, knowledgeable

Dr Bates was so nice and answered all of my questions and my husbands too. He listened to my problem with my shoulders. Thank you so much and the shot is working

Very nice guy.

Doctor Bates was precise and straight to the point was impressed by his evaluations and concern of my ailments definitely will return for a follow up.

Very knowledgeable and professional. Felt slightly rushed in appointment after long waiting period.

He took time to answer all my questions and explained what my prognosis was and what to expect.

Personable, direct, explained what he was doing, thorough and kind.

Thorough and professional

He's Very Very thorough

Great Doctor

I was counting down the days for this appointment, as I’ve been fighting this issue for 2 yrs. Unfortunately, they were way behind on their appointments. My appointment was at 11:20 AM, and they finally took me back at 12:50 PM, and their next block of appointments started at 1 PM. I hurried back when I was called and told them I was so sorry they were running so far behind and that I hoped they could get lunch! Dr. Bates spent about 4 min with me, had not reviewed my MRI images that I brought with me because he did not have enough time, and didn’t have time to give me any sort of specifics about the surgery until I asked. He was in such a hurry, that all he said was that they would have to wait for the VA to approve it, which could take 2 to 4 wks, and they would get it scheduled as soon as possible, so that I could get some relief. I had to ask about the type of procedure, the method, etc. I will be calling the office today because I know he is a good doc & surgeon.

He is the only one there that has taken the time to actually listen to me and what’s going on with my injury. I feel as if everyone else just pushed me off on him and he actually shows he cares about his job and his patients

I’m a new patient today!! Excellent!

Very clear and patient in explanation

Always a true professional

Dr. Bates is awesome

Excellent! Dr. Bates was very professional, caring, took his time listening to me and explained things to me as well.

Best Doc ever

Doctor Bates was kind friendly and fast.

Professional, knowledgeable and personable.

Very friendly and knowledgeable and to the point. Made a diagnosis quickly, explained it clearly and gave some reading materials on the diagnosis along with links to access online for some stretches and exercises.

Great Doctor

He is very warming with words to make everything better and calm.

Always listens to my issues and helps figure out a plan for repairing me.

Amazing Dr. He is very caring and tells it like it is. Always listening to patients concerns and answers questions honestly.

Great experience

Dr Bates is terrific

He was very impressive in his knowledge and great communication,

Came in with an attitude and was rude about the situation. He quotes "your issue don't look convincing enough for me and you look fine to me." Then proceeds to grab my arm and yank it in different directions which cause more pain and leaving the facility in pain more than what I came in. He says that supposedly it's nothing wrong but there's bone fragments in my shoulder

A very good Dr.

1st visit. approx 5 minutes or less. Will know more later after next visit with Dr. Bates

Very competite,knowledgeable, and professional

Liked him very much he for my sister's shoulder surgery twice two different arms and did an excellent job I totally trust him to help me

Professional and thorough.

the only problem was the 2 hour wait.

He was very prompt and very thorough! I enjoyed seeing him.

Very informative helpful

Listened to my concerns, proposed some solutions.

Excellent!!!!!

Very personable. Listens!

Very informative and helpful.

Very helpful and informative.

Dr. Bates was very personable and knowledgable. He took the time to explain possible issues and potential COA needed based on outcome, after a MRI, in layman terms. I greatly appreciated that. I went to him for a second opinion and glad I did. He was very informative.

Dr. Bates was informative and direct! Both of which I admire in my surgeon.

Very nice straight to the point. Honest and efficient.

Dr. Bates is awesome! He’s compassionate and understanding and has a thorough job. I’m very pleased with my shoulder doctor Bates. Thank you for all your help.

great doctor/orthopedic

Kind, spoke to me as if I were a person and not a number, allayed my initial fears.

Dr Bates is totally awesome. He answered my questions with care and concern. I trust his judgement and treatment plan. He was knowledgable and friendly. Thank you

Straight to the point and an awesome dude! Very thankful I went to him for my surgery hopefully I won’t have to see him again but if so he will be the first I call on.

Loved Dr. Bates. Thorough and to the point. Didn't push me to get unnecessary treatments and is looking long term for what is best for me.

Excellent doctor. So friendly.

Very friendly and professional. Great listener and knows the correct questions to ask. My 1st visit and I was comfortable. I left the office feeling very encouraged.

The X-rays showed the doctor exactly what is wrong with my shoulder. He explained it to me completely and the resolution is surgery on February 21st.

Friendly and professional. Performed an exam and rendered a diagnosis. Brief and to the point.

He’s so nice, takes his time with you and thorough.

Dr Bates is very professional and extremely personable.

Great job

Very polite, answered every question

Dr Bates and his team are great. He is an awesome surgeon and very personable easy to see.

Excellent

Very good doctor!!! He listens to his patience.

Aron was highly recommended and a man worthy of knowing

Very professional

Supremely knowledgeable in his profession and a great bedside manner.

Very nice on point I hope he get to the bottom of this pain over all great so far

Excellent care over the last 19 months.

He may be knowledgeable, but he is rude and has no bed side manners.

fantastic

The visit was excellent. His PA, Ryan is great also.the best

really didn't tell me anything i didn't know

He gave me his full attention, answered all my questions, gave me alternatives on my shoulder. Left feeling confident with our decision.

He was exellent. Very to the point. Thank you.

Great service

Very knowledgeable and listens to his patients.

Caring, professional and friendly. Genuinely concerned for patients recovery.

Caring doctor, did what was best for me. excellent communicator.

Nice doc. Answered all Questions.

The Best In The Biz!

Polite and knowledgeable. Made me feel at ease.

He answered all my questions. Very friendly and helpful.

Easy to discuss everything with. Informative. Detailed in explaining options for treatment. Great experience so far

Dr Bates was very informative.

Dr. Bates is Awesome, He took the time to detail,and explain the situation with my knee , never made me feel like he was rushing to get me out the door. I would definitely recommend this group, and Dr. Bates

VERY long wait! When I talked, Dr Bates actually listened! I'm pleased and thankful for the plan Dr Bates laid out for me.

Dr Bates was to the point and listened to me to explain what I was dealing with.

Dr. Bates was pleasant and answered all our questions.

Dr Bates and his team are among the absolute best physicians I've ever met. Dr. Bates has done several surgeries on different extremities for me and I would never seek another doctor for Orthopedic help.

Outstanding surgeon,, thorough examinations Extremely friendly and approachable.

Dr. Bates took time to describe x-ray results; prescribed an MRI and medication. He was very attentive and kind.

He's phenomenal! Very thorough, does what's best for the patient and communicates very well.

FIRST MEETING....VERY PROFESSIONAL.....WOULD GIVE 5 STARS...BUT FIRST MEETING...

Dr Bates was excellent! I'm now finished with the operation and my right shoulder is doing very well. Thanks Dr Bates.

Li e Doc.

He was patient and understanding. Very pleasant to talk with and truly thought he was listeniing.

My daughter and I were very pleased with Dr. Bates and his professionalism.

Excellent visit!

Great bedside manner. Knowledgeable and took the time to explain.

Knowledgeable, Professional. Very comfortable with his capabilities. Good at presenting the information in layman's terms.

Dr. Bates is a fantastic doctor. He answered all my questions and did a great job on my surgery.

This man knows his stuff 🤓🦾patient and understands ready to get you back on your feet !!!

Excellent Doctor!

A pleasant experience

Very personable and professional. Dr Bates came recommend by another Dr for the injury I had. Glad I went with him

Very thorough and professional.

Always competent, friendly and so knowledgeable.

He was very nice and knowledgeable but my treatment.

Satisfactory

He takes the time to answer any questions you may have. I didn't feel rushed at all. Very thorough

Very kind and direct. Explains everything on a level the patient can understand.

Professional and personable. I felt confident in his diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

He's a very respectful, courteous, Doctor. He's a very good Doctor that's what I like about a good Doctor they take there time to evaluate you very good

He was knowledge and took the time to go into detail about my diagnosis and explain to me; all my options for treatment and very understanding of my feelings toward certain procedures.

He is a very understanding person that takes the time to put his patients at ease.

Excellent listener and physician

He didn't rush me thru the appointment which allowed me the time to ask questions. Then he took the time to explain his findings in terms I could understand. I have a better idea of my condition, options and outcome. Thanks Doc

very polite and very profesdional

Very friendly and understands his patient's feelings and concerns of their injuries.

He came in very professional, introducing himself and can hedo several exercise and explain my x-rays and MRI I brought in from test.

The staff was very helpful and polite. Didn't wait long for the doctor and he reviewed my condition and plans for correction. Scheduling staff very helpful as well.

Great Dr. listens to you

Dr. Bates was very clear in explaining what the issue was and answered all my questions.

He was so down 2 earth 2 talk to and he went directly to what needs to be done that's how every doctor needs 2 be

A little rushed but very knowledgeable and pleasant overall

Very nice and concerned .

he explained my problem in terms I understood that was great oh no just found out my ins will not cover therapy now what?

Very knowledgeable and thorough. High recommended.

Trying his best to not have to put me through surgery again

He clearly understood my limited ROM with insights and provided reasonable next steps.

Excellent surgeon. Very kind, caring, professional, and knowledgeable.

Awesome Doctor. Gave me my life back. Thank you

Dr. Bates is part of an extremely busy practice but yet he finds the time to not treat you like a number. His office is friendly and efficient. Highly recommend.

Dr Bates made me feel so comfortable. He explained everything in detail and was very kindand caring. I have complete trust in what the next steps for surgery will be. So grateful I was referred to Dr Bates

Knowledgeable Direct

Dr Bates done my right shoulder in 2017 and now my left shoulder in 2022. I think that he’s a fantastic Dr. We need more like him.

Dr Bates did an excellent surgery on my bicep tendon. Follow ups have been good. He will listen and answer your questions. I highly recommend him and his team. Visits are prompt. I checked in today and previous times ahead of my appointment times and was seen before my appointed time, which is great!

Was compassionate caring and explained things well

Loved this doctor! Very informative and knows his stuff!

Dr. Bates today was our first meeting but I was glad to see him listening to me as a Patient. I hope with his help that My ailments improve.

Professional and took his time to explain things to me.

Very thoughtful and pay attention. Gave me his best and honest answer for my care plan and what he plans to do.

Dr Bates is very professional, courteous & so helpful. He listens to questions & concerns.

Surgery went well and My recovery is also very well. He’s great

Dr. Bates is very personable and informative. We are glad we found him. Larry and Sarah

I felt listened to along with questions being answered. Never felt rushed.

Great great took his time listen to everything I had to say explained everything to what my understanding

Excellent doctor!!

Excellent communication .My son and I feel totally confident in him for my sons surgery.

Dr. Bates is an awesome Surgeon I needed a Rotator Cuff Surgery but was so scare to have and he talk to me in a caming way that I agreed to have it done and I am so glad I did. My shoulder is doing great and getting stronger everyday . Thank you so much Dr. Bates ! I highly recommend seeing Dr. Bates if you need an Orthopedic Specialists.

Just met. Seems personable. I have to build more of a rapport.

VERY FRIENDLY AND COMFORTABLE TO TALK WITH

Very professional, made me feel at ease, explained very well

Set me at ease with my problem and setup a game plan for the future. He was also concerned about the possibility of damage and wanted to take a closer look at what is going on.

Dr Bates is the best shoulder surgeon hands down no body is better.

Dr Bates is a great doctor. I would recommend him to anyone.

Really felt comfortable with him

An exceptional Dr. Would recommend him to anyone.

I was a little late for my appointment and sat in the waiting room for an hour so I got up and rescheduled my appointment. Didn't get to see the doctor.

professional however not empathic to my concerns/desired outcome...

Wry nice bedside manner and shows confidence. Having surgery with him tomorrow.

He is a very knowledgeable and concise..

Very professional and personable. Hit it off great and put me at ease. After operation he personally called to see how I was feeling. I'd recommend Dr Bates to everyone.

Great Dr & patient experience! Knowledgeable, patience, compassionate & does not rush a patient through the medical process! Hears what the patient has to say! Remarkable in this day & age! Would highly recommend!

very nice and personable .He explained excatly what I needed .look forward to next appointment.

He is nice

Dr. Aaron Bates is an outstanding doctor, a thorough professional and a compassionate and caring soul. As a retired orthopaedic surgeon, who knows all the surgeons in this area, he was my go to choice for care.

Great doctor

Very thoughtful and thorough explaining my shoulder pain and led me through the best ways to make it better. Excellent communicator.

Dr.Bates and assistance was very professional and honest.

Very nice and listens.

On time, always professional and willing to answer any questions.

Dr. Bates is wonderful! Highly recommend him.

I would have appreciated viewing my X-rays with the physician. Not provided that opportunity.

Dr Bates was very thorough and communicated fully with me. It was a refreshing change honestly from my previous appt with Dr Murphy. If you’d like a review w/o that ref to Murphy, I’ll be happy to provide it!

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Personable, professional and thoroughly explained treatment going forward to improve movement in my shoulder. Great bedside manner!

Impressed

Dr. Bates was thorough, discussed options and answered our questions.

Doc waa excellent. He was very polite, punctual and listened to my complaints very well.

Knows his shoulders for sure! He identified the problem and recommended a plan of care that made great sense. He listens and answered all my questions in a clear manner without a lot of jargon. I have full confidence in working with Dr. Bates as my orthopedic specialist.

Great Dr.!!! Great staff

Real good Appt.

Great experience!!

Dr. Bates gave me one more reason to feel so positively about Southeast Orthopedic Specialists. He was professional, efficient, warm, and friendly. I came in with some concerns; I left feeling reassured. I appreciated that he spoke directly to me, rather than to my adult daughter, which is not something all physicians do.

Very professional and explained everything to me so I would understand.

Great Doctor

My time is valuable and waiting 1hour and 10 minutes past my appointment is not acceptable.

Dr. Bates has a calm bedside manner. He makes you feel comfortable and explains everything in terms understandable to the average person.

WONDERFUL !!!

He is excellent! Explain everything to me clearly, very nice, professional, I’m so glad to have him as my surgeon!

Dr. Bates was friendly and honest!

Thank you

Dr. Bates is a true professional. His advice is trustworthy and astute. It was a pleasure speaking with him.

Dr. Bates is the man!! No run around and straight to the point!

Very pleasant and knowledgeable. I feel comfortable with him being my surgeon.

He is a great doctor. Very caring and listens to his patients.

Dr. Bates is outstanding and provides the attention one expects of a quality health care professional. I felt he really listened to my issues, assessed my situation and implemented a plan for my care in which I was pleased. It was very refreshing to receive this highest quality of service concerning my health. Thank you, Dr. Bates.

Nice, Professional, Listens!

Dr. Bates was friendly, efficient and empathetic. Highly recommend.

Very nice and professional the whole staff

Demonstrate expertise in his specialty. he is very charismatic

Super Nice! The Doctor. Aaron gave the necessary attention and was calm and kind.

Dr. Bates is very thorough, explains test results very well. He takes time to answer questions.

Very straight forward and you’ll leave feeling like you know everything you need to know highly recommend!

straight to the point, personable for a busy physician, support team was great also

He was helpful, listened, and answered my questions.

He is a great surgeon

Great experience and liked the way he explained things but would have liked to have seen my xrays while he was explaining what was wrong

Dr. Bates reviewed and explained proposed options in a patient and thorough manner.

Professional

Very Professional

Great bedside manner and pain is gone!!

Very informative and helpful

Professional and listened to my concerns. Several courses of action to be based on additional testing.

Very nice, to the point

The desk told me he does knee ops when I asked. Close to 2 hrs layer Dr Bates arrived ,asked several questions n informed me he doesn't do knees but he'll direct my son to another Dr. That does. I don't drive n have transpo difficulty thus it's hard to arrange visits. Each and EVERY time I attempt to get a call thru, I'm informed that t can wait an extended length of time ore wait for a call back which has seldom. Arrived. Please excuse errors because spell check checks in hylandics and I forgot most of it. I. Need to have a channel to get a call thru to reschedule Wednesday the 20th appt as I am getting operated on that morning.. Help me please. Gloria Fallon. Mother of innocent James Fallon

He’s the best!??

Professional, knowledgeable and personable.

Great service!!

Always does his best to address patients needs

Look I know I'm overweight I know I need to lose weight and I'm trying I don't need to come to an appointment with a doctor I have never even met and he tells me that I need to lose weight I know I need to lose weight and I didn't appreciate that.

Awesome

Dr. Bates was very professional and knowledgeable about my symptoms.

Dr Bates is always professional and kind. He has seen multiple people in our family over the last 9 years.

He was very nice and personable. It would gave been nice to get more of an explanation in non-medical terms, hich is the reason for the 4 stars, but Google was able to help me out with that.

He took time to listen to my symptoms and concerns. Explanation of diagnosis, treatment and prognosis was clear and easy to understand.

Very nice first experience. Love it!

Great guy, too the point and understanding.

Great doctor. Knowledgeable and explained everything well.

Very professional and understanding of patient’s concerns.

Great doctor to talk with, listens to the patient and advises his professional opinion and options! Superb

Very concerned about Patients and their recovery. Very Professional.

He’s Best

Very straight forward. Did not waste my time. Friendly and informative.

Excellent doctor with great medical achievements,thankful Dr. Bates is my surgeon!

Dr. Bates answered my questions. However, I have already been through three months of PT and have been diligent in going through PT at home. I am disappointed that I am still looking at another 3 months of PT.

Very professional

Very professional and client friendly.

Amazing physician. Dr. Bates was kind, knowledgeable and extremely empathetic.

Dr Bates assessed my knee problem, examined knee and order additional work up. Very nice and knowledgeable of knee anatomy

Straight forward and to the point consult.

Awesome and very knowledgeable

progress as expected in serious shoulder surgery. So far so good.

Great doctor and very professional. I appreciate a doctor who is straight to the point and take his job serious

Very through. He listened to and answered all my questions. I received a clear explanation of my problem have a much better understanding of mt situation.

Very professional, friendly, caring.

Very professional. Cares about patients. Very thorough.

Answered questions. Provided TX options. Explained pro/cons. Listened to concerns re: surgery vs conservative therapy, etc

DR. Bates Rocks... he is so nice and very easy to talk to. He is the best.

Professional and likable.

Dr. Bates was very personable. Listened to my issues and acted on them appropriately.

Always professional.

Thorough and obviously quite competent… however, slow down just a tiny bit. You’re very, very busy… that’s understood, but you don’t have to make it obvious to the patient.

First time I had seen Dr Bates. Very friendly and professional. Answered all questions and gave me good options for treatment. Excellent staff too. His PA Justin was particularly nice. He gave me my cortisone injections - painlessly.

He is awesome!

Professional, Straight Forward and Friendly! Thank you, Dr. Bates!

Dr. Bates is a very good surgeon. His bedside manner could be improved.

First appt with Dr Bates. He was quick, but thorough, and I was comfortable with him.

Very good apt. Was clear on what was wrong with my shoulder and had a very good plan to make it better. Thank you Dr Bates

Very thorough and listened to my description of the problem.

Very impressed with this Dr. Look forward to his care.

Organized great patient flow office. Everyone working together. Dr Bates very knowledgeable. We understood his diagnosis of my husband condition and his recommendations. Thank you very much for getting an earlier appointment that relaxed our medical concerns and suggestions for improvement

I wasn't actually checked on body part of concern. Recommendation given seem to be based solely on verbal info. obtained during conversation with patient.

Very caring, down to earth

Always Professional!

Very knowledgeable

Best surgeon I ever met. Has the skills, insight, experience and touch with people that sets him apart.

Awesome guy

Fantastic bedside manner and very descriptive when explaining the process of repairing my shoulders. Dr. Bates is a great surgeon. I am so thankful he is my doctor.

I waited 50 minutes past the time of my appointment

Does a fantastic job.

Very nice ,very polite , very professional And concerned about the care of my well being

Great follow-up visit. Prompt and thorough

I did not like the way he did not spend any time getting to know anything about me,I do not plan on going back for any more appointments.

Praise God for Dr. Bates. This was my first visit with and je was very friendly and an expert in his field.

Great doctor

Very thorough, explained the procedures that will correct my issues. Thank you

Had a Great 1st appt & look forward to continued health care with Dr. Bates & his staff

Excellent professional care.

we are waiting to see if a shot in my shoulder and physical therapy will long term ease my pain....

Had to wait way too long to see doctor.

Very knowledgeable and thorough when explaining areas of injury. Entire staff was extremely professional and pleasant during my appointment.

Cool guy. He knew what he was talking about and put our mind at ease for our concerns.

Professional, polite, accommodating to client needs.

Great Doctor

Very knowledgeable and professional.

staff and doctor very friendly. wait time extremely long. waited for 2 hours - communication on what imaging was needed between MA and tech.

Dr Bates took the time to answer all my questions. I was impressed with his bedside manner and professionalism.

I was so disappointed in how I was treated. I have been in so much pain barely able to move my arm with how bad my shoulder hurts. So much so that I wake at night if I move because the pain. Dr bates completely blew me off. Did nothing. Wouldn’t even order an MRI. I felt like he couldn’t be bothered with me. Very poor bedside manner

Could not get my shots today. No one explained about getting my pain meds as well.

He is very thorough and listens to you. He doesn't automatically jump to surgery.

He took his time for us, answered our questions and accommodated our schedule. He was wonderful.

I got an text about not checking in daily for upcoming information. How do I check in to complete this info for Dr. Bates. Many thanx, Nancy May

I so enjoyed discussing my health issue with Dr. Aaron Bates. Why, he listens and reacts.

Answered my questions and made me feel confident.

Great job and thanks

Friendly very thorough

awesome experience great doc incredibly knowledgeable staff was on point as well

Dr Bates is always extremely professional and compassionate. I feel like he listens to his patients and works with them to find the best solution for their problem.

I got the feeling that he truly cares about his patients. I'm looking forward to my surgery and recovery.

Friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. I'm glad to have him as my doctor.

Very professional, polite and courteous. Asked a lot of questions about my condition, outlined a clear and concise care plan of treatment. Recommended.

Very nice guy knew what he was doing impressive

Initial visit was informative. Explained very well. Answered questions in plain english.

Excellent!

Dr. Bates was very concerned about the pain I was in and made me feel relaxed that he would help me.

Dr. Bates is a very skilled surgeon and our family has used him exclusively for our son’s knee injuries.