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Dr. James Bates, MD

Dr. James Bates, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Bates, MD is an ophthalmologist in Akron, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University in 1984. He is affiliated with Akron City Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

75 Arch St Ste 204 Akron, OH 44304
(330) 375-4831

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Dr. Bates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bates

3.5
2 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Highly recommend him
Very thorough explanation and examinations. After seeking help from numerous doctors, he was the one to diagnose and begin my treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Cogan’s Syndrome – Nov 28, 2023
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Frankly he tried to prescribe me a medication that I would have been allergic to, and didn't see that I would be until the end of the appointment when he asked me what kind of reaction that I had to that type of medication. He only gave me one option for treatment. Frankly I don't know if he just didn't read my chart or doesn't retain the information, but he seemed surprised when I corrected him and made assumptions despite only looking at one symptom and not the whole picture.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2018
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About Me

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Dr. James Bates, MD is an ophthalmologist in Akron, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University in 1984. He is affiliated with Akron City Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Northeastern Ohio University

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office75 Arch St Ste 204 Akron, OH 44304
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Akron City Hospital

    525 E Market St
    Akron, OH 44304
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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