Thomas E. Bates, MD

Practice: EmergeOrtho

Specialty: Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine

Office locations: Morehead City, Swansboro

Most recent review: 2 weeks ago Recent
4.9 out of 5
1K Ratings
426 Comments

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.

4.9 out of 5
1K Ratings
426 Comments

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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Very friendly and professional. Answered all my questions. Definitely recommend him!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Patient and very professional. Mase me feel ok to be there and happy he was my physician.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

As I have told you on several occasions, Dr. Bates is the best!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Excellent!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Reviewed surgery and progress over 4 weeks.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

I’ve had a shoulder surgery and hip replacement by doctor Bates and he is an amazing surgeon and explains everything to me clearly so I know what to expect.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Most compassionate and caring Ortho Dr I have ever seen for “ “Old Bones” care.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Best doctor l have ever had.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Dr. Bates is a straight shooter. He’s , very kind and just a nice guy. I’m glad I found him.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Exceptional Doctor...my wife and I are his patients and Dr. Bates has always provided us outstanding care.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026
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