Aaron Bates, M.D.

Pleasant manners, explains everything, answers questions & in general a very comfortable to be around.

AMAZING!!!!

He was super nice!

I think he is an excellent doctor. He is very knowledgeable and makes you feel comfortable in knowing that he cares about you.

Great job explained everything about wat was going on and wat would happen after

He takes time to listen.

seemed rushed and left me with unanswered questions

he came in with a big smile even with his mask on you could tell

Quite knowledgeable, very informative, easy to talk to and decisive.

Hospitable, Polite, Asked questions and addressed my issues

Outstanding experience.

Dr. Bates demonstrates superior knowledge in his field and excellent Professionalism. Dr. Bates goes above and beyond to deliver stellar compassionate care!

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He was very pleasant and personable, and did a good job explaining the situation.

Dr. Bates was very kind and caring about my health issues. Would recommend him to friends and family.

Wonderful

Polite and clearly knowledgeable, however there were many questions regarding my pain that he didn't ask (how often, how intense, dull/sharp/etc), and I had to stop him as he tried to leave the room because I still had questions and concerns. I was expecting more thoroughness from a specialist - the PT that was ordered locally was much more thorough and informative. Also, I had to call back twice after my appointment because neither my prescription nor PT order was actually sent out.

Very professional.

Prompt with my visit, gave several options for how to address my problem, great bedside manner.

Very personable. Dr Bates Listened to my concerns and answered all my questions

Very professional and thorough. Enjoyed visit.

Competent, compassionate, skilled in the O R. I highly recommend DR. Bates for his surgical skills. Dr. Bates got me back to high intensity training, and reassured me all the way through the shoulder repair process. Also, Dr. Bates bedside manner is top notch as a listener, and then his educating you compassionately.

Excellent is a correct statement. Extremely courteous and knowledgeable.

Excellent Doctor with sound advice!! Thank you for everything you have done for my son.

Dr. Bates gives the best suggestions as to how to treat a patient's concerns. A straight shooter with honesty.

Excellent visit, very caring and is doing the right thing for me to relieve my pain and discomfort

First time meeting for an appointment. I hope my future visits be as pleasant as this one was

Friendly and compassionate. Professional.

Very informative and didn’t push surgery right away. Instead offered PT.

Very good doctor very efficient doctor

Very good

Im a danish woman and that professionel help I get and also time to explain to me was amazing

Very easy to talk to, very courtius.

Great staff and Doctor Bates is wonderful!!!!

Good visit very proffesional wish we could of. Gotten better news

Very nice and information given understood. Was late in getting me back. This is the second time I was brought back late in the last 2 personal visits with him. Ryan is always on time when I have been seen by him. Reason for my 3 stars.

Professional

Excellent Doctor

How are you and your physician assistant not on the same page with my diagnosis. Your physician assistant tells me I have a tear in my labrum. Then tells me ultimately I will have surgery but first have to complete physical therapy for insurance purposes. I complete my physical therapy which helped with my motion and building up some strength but it can not help my pain. Part 2 in questions, concerns addressed.

Outstanding physician & very pleased.

Explained everything to my sadisfaction

Great guy and a great surgeon!

Excellent clinical evaluation. Addressed my concerns and helped me confirm my decision to cancel a planned arthroscopic surgery.

I haven’t had surgery yet so hard to give rating yet

A great experience from the receptionist all the way up to the doctor and your whole staff that I came into contact with. 😊

Dr Bates was OUTSTANDING! I’ve had knee issues since 2006. A few surgeries in the books and he did x-rays that were not previously done and spoke about surgical options not mentioned to me by previous doctors.

Very professional, smart and knowledgeable

Good Doctor!

Very nice person and friendly. Explained everything.

Previous shoulder surgery was great, still doing great,now other shoulder is acting up. Great communication with patients also

awesome

Very Personable.

Right to the Point. Excellent and to the Point

Very professional and knowledgeable! Wish I found him sooner!

I saw the doctor once. I think he is probably a great doctor. Two other times I saw Ryan who gave me a shot I was allergic too, but that was not his fault. Ryan was good, I saw him twice. Today,I thought I was going to see the doctor but another physican assistant came in Ryan. I have been in pain for about 4 weeks and I would have take my left arm to help move my right arm. I asked if I could have a shot for an anti Inflammatory but I guess you can’t have that bad for me.

Very professional, no-nonsense, knew his stuff cold.

Wonderful Dr

Very attentive to my concerns and pain. I loved that he acted like he had plenty of time to talk with me. I didn't feel rushed and like a 'number" in the waiting room . I would recommend him to.anyone and have high hopes he"ll be able to.help me

Good for a first visit

Dr.Bates and his entire team are awesome!They always go above and beyond for me and I can’t thank them enough!

Outstanding physician. Friendly and explains issues and options clearly. Thanks Doc!

Extra long wait time in the examining room waiting for Dr.

Awesome doctor and thourough. And Sunshine his assistants great.

Great doctor !!

Absolutely everything you want in a doctor.

He listened to all my concerns- And took time answering all my questions

Excellent doctor.

We met Dr. Bates for the first time today, and was very impressed with his interest and concern for my husband's shoulder injury. We left thinking he truly cared about his health and pain level. Glad we had the appointment.

Outstanding Service

Dr.Bates did a great job explaining my knee issues to me and developing a plan that wasn’t overwhelming.

He did a great job on my shoulder.

He saw their was a problem right away. And then took the only step to find out very professional

I recommended him to a co-worker ,having the same issues.

Very professional and considerate. Explains why things are the way they are. Bedside manner excellent. Grateful to have Dr. Bates as my doctor.

I'm impressed, listened to me, diagnosed my injury, gave me straight answers. Looking forward to recovery.

More than excellent

Excellent Orthopedic Surgeon, very professional

Straight forward, answered my questions direct, surgery very successful

Personable, efficient and professional

I made an appointment to see Dr. Bates because I broke my left humerus. Had to take time off of work as did my wife to bring me in. Within 60 seconds of seeing Dr. Beatty tells me I have to see someone else for a broken humerus. Couldn’t someone had told me that and scheduling and saved my time not to mention my money for a worthless appointment?

He really didn’t take the time to really look over my shoulder

Dr. Bates is personable and very thorough. I trust his opinion and feedback.

Dr. Bates was thorough in explaining everything to me regarding the concern that brought me into his office. He shows a genuine care and concern for his patients.

Very knowledgeable and personable!!

very knowledgeable and professional

Always very professional both in his actions and dress. Would recommend him to anyone and will definitely go back to him if needed.

Dr. Bates is very knowledgeable and shows extreme confidence in his work

He was very professional and seemed sincerely concerned with my problem

He seems to care, and is very intelligent.

very nice doctor,and the best orthopedic surgeon

Great service and very personable. Highly recommended.

Dr. Bates has a wonderful bedside manner. He was very professional, knowlegable and friendly. He listened to my concerns and made me feel at ease.

Great doctor!

Very professional, very knowledgeable physician and shows you that he cares

Did not spend too much time with him on this my first visit. He seemed quite nice.

He is a great Dr and he tells you what is going on at all time

Professional, friendly and thorough

Very professional.

Dr. Bates is very professional and knowledgeable

Outstanding!!

Professional, attentive and excellent listener to my concerns regarding the problems I’m having with my knees. Also provided a solution to give me relief as well. I appreciate him very much. I’m glad to have connected with him.

He is the bomb

Professional ,Friendly and Easy On the Eyes !

Professional and nice.

first time seeing him but may family has been to him before. with very good reviews.

Love Dr. Bates!! He has helped me before and corrected a bad JOI diagnosis today so I'm thankful.

Very happy with outcome Doctor Bates and staff were great!

Very professional...

precise and clear explanation of the cause of my complaint; recommendation reasonable and practical .

THE BEST

He took he time and explain to what was wrong and how we would be able to fix it thanks

Very caring and nice doctor. Tells you the truth and doesn’t sugar coat it. I trust him completely.

He listened To my concerns- answered all my questions- His office was very efficient- Nice staff

Very personable.

Did not have to wait in room to be seen. Dr spent about 5 mins in room assessing my issue and recommending tests.

Very good doctor. Knows his stuff.

Professional. On time.

He seemed to be in a hurry!

He was very handsome and nice

Delightful experience.

Excellent surgeon, patient advocate, and all has a great team that all worked together to provide best in class care for my shoulder replacement surgery. I would only let DR Bates operate on me!

Has an air of arrogance, talked to me using medical terms (besides that one used to communicate with the MA which is understandable)and when I asked to say it in English he said I am speaking English. I didn't deserved a contextual explanation, he is a product of this office's climate. I will research a more professional and down human centric place.

Very Personable. Listens. Direct and to the point. Practical recommendations.

Was fine till I asked about the Flexinator I told me about and felt he was impatient cause he said i already told you. I didn't get a chance to finish asking what I wanted to know. I am aware I have restrictions i want fixed. I wanted more info as to if this was a device placed in MY chair at home or self sitting chair. He did not need to be shirt with me. I am not stupid, and I felt this way. I have enjoyed having Dr. Bates he is highly recommended and did great with my but felt very belittled.

Dr. Bates was professional and courteous. He seemed genuinely concerned about my issue.

I came in wanting answered and a solution. I got neither. 3rd doctor to do this. My shoulder is killing me.

Everything was very efficient. It seemed like everyone had a job to do and did it well. Very personable

SOS has very professional people. Never a problem. Dr Bates always takes the time needed for his patient.

I highly recommend Dr. Bates. Very skilled in his professional. Professional and caring in his bedside manner Definitely a 5 star physician

Very personable, informative. Like him alot

Very knowledgeable & communicates well. Would highly recommend.

Very professional and took time explaining the possible problem and his plan of care.

My doctor is the best

Dr. Bates was professional, personable and pleasant. He was direct in his demeanor, which I appreciate. He shared his observations and recommendations. I felt comfortable and heard. Something I've found to be rare when visiting Dr's due to patient loads and time constraints. I'd definitely recommend anyone needing orthopedic care to consider Southeast Orthopedic Specialists.

very caring ,

Dr Bates was very personable and knowledgeable. He explained everything fully and clearly and was attentive to our needs, concerns and desires in reference to treatment

Loved that he did not just jump on the surgery band wagon, lets try a few other approaches first, and hold that card as a last resort.

Dr. Bates has operated on me before with great results.

Commpassionate and pushes resolve and heal or treatment needed... An uncommon these comfort, who have surgery by.

Really enjoyed my first visit the doctor and his P A were very attentively

Efficient and explained what was needed to be done to relieve me of my pain.

Great bedside manor

Very attentive to my needs!

He is a great person.

Dr. Bates was very professional. He was caring and appears to be a really nice guy. This was my first visit so my first impression was very good. He knew exactly where to check for my knee pain.

Very knowledgeable

Fantastic Surgeon. Understands his patients needs and a great listener. Highly Recommended.

Professional, inspired confidence

Very Professional

Awesome experience!

This is the first time seeing anybody and their practice and so I don't have any complaint whatsoever. I'd have to talk to a few people at the desk and not one of them was rude to me and took care of me. I will B staying at their practice because they do have several different specialties and so I will be able to stay at one place which is nice

Great bedside

Great Doctor and wonder personality

Wonderful compassionate Doctor!

Great listener and diligently sought an answer to a tricky/uncommon knee problem that we had not until seeing him felt we had received a proper evaluation for. Looking forward to healing and a positive progress with his help.

Very sound judgement. Treats patients with empathy but firm resolve to do it properly, including the patient's side of the responsibility for a good outcome.

Very lucky to have accessibility to such a top notch excellent ortho and PA Justin. 6 stars out of 5 for southeast ortho setting the bar above all others.

Really professional and answer all the questions

Wonderful surgeon

Great surgeon!

wonderful doctor !

Timely, efficient, knowledgeable.

Excellent Doctor, highly recommend.

Awesome !

A great understanding and caring doctor

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Knowledeable, present, personable and caring. Dr. Bates imeadiatly set me at ease with his interest in myself and my injured shoulder. Ive worked in hands on health care, and had several neurological and orthopedic surgeries around the country myself. I feel I am in great hands with Dr. Bates.

Very kind

Really nice and easy going

A great listener!

Awesome doctor, great experience.

Nice job seeing my wife after an accident.

fast and caring service.

Dr.Bates was very personable when we met, and understood what my knee issue was and gave me the best possible ways to correct my issue.

Very professional

Initial Appt. Positive

Great doctor

Very pleasant and polite

Very caring and understanding.

A top-notch, professional Orthopedic doctor that I have tremendous respect for. Thank you! for your guidance & instruction in helping to keep my recovery/therapy period successfully achieved.

Very clear, concise, direct, and understanding, of my medical condition and what needs to be done. Explained what he planned to do and what to expect during surgery an after. Made me feel at easy . Thanks I’m advance for your help. Glynease Johnson. P.s. nice smile!

We saw Dr Bates today and were very impressed with his mannerism.

I personally love a non-sugar coated conversation. I liked the way Dr. Bates was very professional and matter of fact.

Am happy with my apt. I enjoyed meeting & greeting Dr. Bates

Very engaging and hopeful for my ongoing therapy with PT.

Excellent doctor

Examined, formulated plan of action, listened to feedback and requested agreement, implemented plan.

I am very pleased with his knowledge and professionalism.

Exceptional

Excellent doc with great patient care/concerns. So happy to have him closer to home with new office in Fleming Island.

I think he was very professional

My entire family has been coming to SE for years. EVERY time we have an appointment, we don’t get seen until 1 - 1 1/2 hours later. After waiting so long, the Dr comes in for literally 2 minutes and refers me to another Dr. Not worth a $40 copay!!

Extremely thorough.

Great Doctor!! Very knowledgeable and very attentive. Always answers all my questions. Would definitely recommend him !!

He was very attentive to what I was saying and just as importantly he listened to what my knee was telling him so far he’s great thank you sir

Confident, precise, personable, informative, and intelligent...all great qualities for a Dr. Thank you, Dr Bates!

Great surgeon

Excellent Doctor/Patient relationship

Very professional and quick to the point, while making sire to get all the facts and making you comfortable.

We love Dr Bates. Polite, humble and knowledgeable.

Professional, personable and explains my medical condition in terms that I can understand.

very nice and professional

Very professional and personable. Has helped other that I know so I have confidence in his ability.

He is what a Dr. Should be. Professional and caring!!

Hes doing good surgery on my left shoulder and send physical therapy more to improve bone strength again..other dr of Dr bates too.

Everyone was so kind

Dr Bates rocks. Danielle is awesome and will hold your hand too. I can't remember the gentleman's name that drained my knee, but you are super at what you do. That "you tube" video must have been spot on.

Great service

Dr. Bates was wonderful. He listened very carefully to all I had to say, and answered all my questions. What I loved best was he was very friendly and professional, which made me feel very comfortable.

Dr. Bates is always personable and professional. He is willing to take the time to talk and discuss what is happening with injury or pain.

I felt very confident with Dr. Bates. He was informative and put me to ease about my upcoming surgery.

Very thorough and to the point. Explained injury to where I could understand

Dr Bates is An excellent Provider! He's professional through and gives expert advice regarding therapy and after care. He's not one to minimize any complaint. Honest as well as humbl His reputation and Congenial ways, wins over all. Thanks Dr Bates!

His professional attitude, knowledge and impeccable bedside manners make him an outstanding physician

Very good communication.

I feel Dr Bates was rushing to get finished with me n on to the next patient

I've seen Dr.Bates before. I felt comfortable and he definitely has a handle on things.

Thanks for your excellent assessment and your compassionate treatment today

Always professional. Offers alternate therapies if available.

Answered all my questions very straight forward and office visit very efficient. Seemed confident in diagnosis and that my injury while painful was treatable.

Dr. Bates is my hero.

Very pleasant , educated and Knowledgeable. He answered all my questions . His medical assistant was ver accomodating .

A REAL DOCTOR: Prompt and does not waste time. Sincere in his oath, and assist. Also, a blessing in his office and team trys avoid narcotic pain meds.

Great experience as usual.

We are happy with the care my athlete received!

Very professional and understanding of my situation. Shows concern.

Thorough. Laid out the approach for corrective surgery.

Had to wait over an hour to see the doctor and I felt that he was not very compassionate with my situation.

Professional, knowledgeable, personable, and flexible. I was very impressed with his approach to practicing medicine. I highly recommend DR Bates!

Dr Bares did a great job fixing my broken arm. He explained things so it was easy to understand. He has a manor about him that Makes it easy to talk to and ask questions. Thank you

Good bedside manner, does good work.

Great Doctor!

Personable and attentive

Very unprofessional, requested a different doctor

Thanks for sharing more details about it.

Very professional along with AMAZING bedside manners

Doctor Bates is what you expect from all doctors. Appearance was very professional, presented himself professionally, and very knowledgeable. I was out within 5 minutes after him entering the room.

It was a great experience meeting Dr Bates he explained everything to me the diagnosis of my injury what to do to care for my injury and a follow up with therapy in the near future, Thank you a Dr. Bates

Great personality and very professional just great all around.

Very thorough and inquisitive to all problems and possible solutions. A true professional

Dr. Bates presence during or first visit gave me a great sense of comfort and ease. He was very straightforward and to the point ,also looked me in the eye the whole time. I feel that deserves my full trust with my treatment going forward. Thank you.

He went above and beyond great doctor

Outstanding, very professional,

Real Nice,

He is the best there is, he really helped my son Denali get back to football in no time!!!

I don’t feel he let me know what’s the diagnosis of my problem, or why he is referring me to another doctor. I left puzzled by my experience. I couldn’t tell my husband what my doctor had said is “wrong”.

Awesome guy, awesome Dr really cool and a great sense of humor!

Excellent experience

Only one visit so far but he was very professional and he listened and was very kind and understanding.

Dr. Bates was professional and informative in a caring and reassuring manner

Dr.Bates gas been great since the first time I saw him. Would recommend him to anyone.

Very efficient, on time and very professional!

Pleasant to speak with

Very quick and efficient. Came out of surgery today surprisingly very little Pain.

very nice and informative

Very personable and professional. Informative and pleasant.

I love Dr. Bates and team I have had great results with my procedure👍

I had heard so much about Dr Bates, that I was hoping I could have him fix my shoulder was disappointed when I left his office the PA put a shot in my shoulder, did not receive any pain medicine or cream, still in so much pain.

Excellent visit. Very professional and listens to patient.

I really like Dr. Bates bedside manner and honesty. Especially like how quickly they are able to get me in for a procedure!

Good visit will keep

Professional with good commun ication skills as well as medical knowledge

Excellent!

Very Friendly and anxious to share some of his knowledge with me. Went into detail about a reverse joint replacement for my shoulder.

He was very kind, and he was a BIG help. He greeted us well when we walked in. He was very professional, and carried himself well.

He was amazing, understood everything that was going on and offered alternatives that will benefit my well being without being prompted. Will recommend in a heart beat.

Very professional. Excellent recommendation.

Excellent doctor.

Very professional in all he says/does... we couldn’t be more pleased.

He is an awesome Orthopedic doctor and very knowledgeable in his field.

Dr bates has always been incredibly efficient, professional and impactful in our meetings. Has done an amazing job helping me regain confidence in my knee.

Professional, courteous, knowledgeable and helpful.

All around nice doctor - first visit

Friendly yet professional...Brief yet thorough.

Love Dr Bates . Appointment was great

He is overbearing and does not listen to the patient. He pushes your limits to where you are sore. And causes more pain after he tries to move and push your body

Very nice physician and the staff as well!

He is very professional, and he will figure out what is going on even if it takes a while and other treatment as needed. I give him a very high rating

Very helpful and a sweet disposition.

He was caring. Thorough during the exam and pataint while listening. This was my first visit here. I was very impressed.

I was expecting Dr Bates to give me my injection. But a PA gave me the injection.

Dr. Bates was thorough and seemed to understand my symptoms. He used clear language, laid out a treatment plan, and made me feel as though he would be available if needed through the recovery process.

Excellent/ Very competent and thorough. Easy to talk to and he answered all my questions.

Dr. Bates is very knowledgeable & very friendly. He explained everything about my treatment & I feel confident that I’m good hands under his care.

He is so nice and professional

Excellent doctor, would recommend to others with knee and leg issues.