Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine, Thomas E. Bates, MD, is an expert in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine. A graduate of LaSalle University and Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Bates completed his specialty training in adult reconstruction at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine, Thomas E. Bates, MD, is an expert in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine. A graduate of LaSalle University and Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Bates completed his specialty training in adult reconstruction at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia.
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So compassionate and helpful!
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Thoroughly feel good about my visit. All concerns addressed . Very professional.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Always friendly and professional. Thoroughly answers every question, I have about my diagnosis and options. Always helps me make a decision that works for me.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Bates was very professional and sympathetic to my injury
and offered great advice
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional but personable.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent! Not eager to operate, but gave nature a chance first. An honest man.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Bates is the best!
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
Always exceptional service!
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Good personality
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Good service 👍
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
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Coastal Region: Morehead City - Orthopedics
3714 Guardian Avenue Suite E Morehead City, NC 28557
Coastal Region: Swansboro - Orthopedics
775-2 West Corbett Avenue Swansboro, NC 28584
Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine, Thomas E. Bates, MD, is an expert in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine.
A graduate of LaSalle University and Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Bates completed his specialty training in adult reconstruction at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, and served in the U.S. Navy for eleven years, including a tour of MCAS Cherry Point as a wing and NASA flight surgeon. He also served overseas as the Musculoskeletal Department Head at U.S. Naval Hospital in Sigonella, Italy.
Dr. Bates is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and several other orthopedic surgeon and medical societies. He has served as the Medical Director for the Carolinas Center for Joint and Spine, and as the Orthopedic Champion for the Geriatric Fracture Program.
Dr. Bates has a broad range of orthopedic knowledge with a special interest in arthritis, joint replacement, arthroscopy, and sports medicine. His field of expertise includes arthroscopic surgical techniques in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle. He has a special interest in minimally invasive and joint-preserving techniques for both older and younger patients with arthritis, including MAKO robotic partial and total knee replacement and total hip replacement. He is dedicated to a team approach to patient care, involving therapists, primary care physicians and the patient’s family to ensure a speedy recovery and return to sports, work and recreational activities.
Dr. Thomas Bates, a skilled orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon in the coastal region, offers his expertise to patients in Morehead City and Swansboro.
So compassionate and helpful!
Thoroughly feel good about my visit. All concerns addressed . Very professional.
Always friendly and professional. Thoroughly answers every question, I have about my diagnosis and options. Always helps me make a decision that works for me.
Dr. Bates was very professional and sympathetic to my injury and offered great advice
Very professional but personable.
Excellent! Not eager to operate, but gave nature a chance first. An honest man.
Dr Bates is the best!
Always exceptional service!
Good personality
Good service 👍