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Dr. Norman Yates, MD

Dr. Norman Yates, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Norman Yates, MD is a general surgeon in Savannah, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (13 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
11909 McAuley Dr Ste 100A2
Savannah, GA 31419

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Yates is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center Savannah, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Yates specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff • Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling • Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews

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Dr. Yates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yates

3.5
13 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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I met Dr. Yates at St. Joe's. He was to be the surgeon to do my emergency carotid endarterectomy. He was very friendly and warm when he talked to me about what the procedure would entail and what to expect afterwards. He greeted me in OR. His visits at the hospital after surgery were daily. He's very sweet and caring. Today, I saw him at his office, two-weeks post-surgery. He released me back to my normal, daily life. Dr. Yates is a wonderful man who saved my life. Your life is safe in his hands.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Pam – Jan 22, 2020
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Correction. Five star happy. Did not intend 3 stars. Intended 5. Very easy to talk with. Very happy with the results. Thank you for helping me with the veins in my leg.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Charles Camp – Sep 17, 2019
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Dr Yates incorrectly diagnosed me as diabetic within 3 seconds of entering the room. Waited for 2 hours as he requisitioned and reviewed imaging from my recent auto wreck. Came back in and ordered ultrasound (didn't say why or what for). When I approached him about making an entry in my Short Term Disability and FMLA claims ( foot was purple and 1/2 again its normal size ) he became irate and began to berate me, telling me that "Yes, I'd been in a wreck and got hurt. It happens. Get over it".
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Philip Rutherford in Pembroke, GA – Nov 21, 2016
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Doctor Yates literally saved my life 5 days after my stroke. Due to his advise I am healthier than I have been in years. Recommend Dr. Yates highly as now my only Doctor or for anyone needed with a Vascular expert.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Toni S. D in Midway, GA – Mar 08, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Norman Yates, MD is a general surgeon in Savannah, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of New Mexico Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Mercer University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Health University Medical Center

    4700 Waters Ave
    Savannah, GA 31404
    Recipient of 7
    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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