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Dr. Margaret Bates, MD

Dr. Margaret Bates, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Margaret Bates, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1977. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Glendale and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1245 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90017

Dr. Bates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Bates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bates

4.8

17 ratings, 4 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kirstin McDonald – Nov 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Connie Chan in Los Angeles, CA – Mar 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marla Raquel in Los Angeles, CA – Jan 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nieves H.Madera in Bronx, NY – Jan 17, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in educating my patients to help them make choices. I consider every patient as a member of my family, deserving of respect, consideration, and the best quality of care I can provide. It is an honor to be a physician.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Nassau County Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1983
  • Kaiser Fdn Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Bates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Dtla Gynecology1245 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90017
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

      3330 Lomita Blvd
      Torrance, CA 90505
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

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    • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

      8700 Beverly Blvd
      West Hollywood, CA 90048
      Recipient of 37
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      79%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

      501 S Buena Vista St
      Burbank, CA 91505
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      10% higher than the national average

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