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Dr. James Gates, MD

Dr. James Gates, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Gates, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Alexandria, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center-Grenada. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

3302 Masonic Dr Ste 4002 Alexandria, LA 71301
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Dr. Gates' Reviews

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4.8
10 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr. James Gates has been my OB/GYN Dr for over 30 years. He delivered my son in 2000 and I couldn’t have picked a better doctor than him. He is a very thorough, gentle & caring Dr. He takes time to explain everything to me in terms I can understand. I have never seen him without a smile on his face. It makes things so much easier when you have a doctor who cares. Dr. Gates....you are the BEST!! I love ya! Melissa Hunt
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Melissa Hunt – May 15, 2020
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I have used Dr. Gates for 30 years. He delivered my youngest daughter 30 years ago. He has also delivered all 3 of my grandchildren. He takes his time with his patients and is very diligent about finding the solution to any problems you may have. My family loves Dr. Gates!
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
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Patricia – Sep 07, 2017
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Dr. Gates is an excellent Physician but the office efficiency is absolutely the worst. On my last visit I was on time and it was 8:30 am. The waiting room was absolutely full! There were over 20 women there! I spent over 2 hours in that office waiting to see Dr. Gates. I was asked to wait in another room afterwards to do labs and that room was also full. I went home.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Alexandria, LA – Jul 12, 2017
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Dr. Gates is very personable and a straight with you. He asks all of the right questions and listens to your needs. He explains everything in great detail in every day terms. I've known him for 30 years now and I highly recommend him senior women. Love him and his staff!!
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Peaches in Alexandria, LA – Jan 10, 2017
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Love Dr Gates. Met him the first time and he diagnosed me instantly. Scheduled surgery and on surgery day when he came to talk to me right before they took me back he was smiling. I can tell you it made such a difference. That smile put me at ease and I knew he was going to take care of me. And he did.
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
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Sheryl in Anacoco, La – Nov 01, 2016
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I have been with Dr. Gates for over 10 years. He is a very caring physician. He monitored me closely during pregnancy and took time to make sure I was comfortable and understood everything as it was happening. A few years ago, I was having some issues and he was very diligent and prompt with the matter. He will not stop until he finds out what's wrong.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Kim in Alexandria, LA – Jan 19, 2016
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Dr. James Gates, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Alexandria, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center-Grenada. He is accepting new patients.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
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    Locations

    Practice

    Alexandria Healthcare for Women3302 Masonic Dr Ste 4002 Alexandria, LA 71301
    1
    (318) 445-3636
    University of Mississippi Medical Center Grenada960 Avent Dr Grenada, MS 38901
    2
    (662) 227-6400

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    Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital230 Hospital Plz Weston, WV 26452
    3
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Tue: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Wed: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Thu: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Fri: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Sat: 12:00am - 11:45pm
      • Sun: 12:00am - 11:45pm
    • Directions
    (304) 269-8000
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