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Dr. Patrick Coates, MD

Dr. Patrick Coates, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Patrick Coates, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Modesto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina in 1978. He is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200 Modesto, CA 95355
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(209) 248-7168

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Coates specializes in the areas of General Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Coates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Coates

3.3

23 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
48%
48%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
30%
30%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Upset and tired of attitudes in California – Jan 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ceres – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Patrick Coates, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Modesto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina in 1978. He is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • Bariatric Medicine

  • General Surgery

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  • American College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Private Practice - Solo

  • Vly Med Ctr/ucsf

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Central California Bariatric Surgery A Medical Corp.1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200 Modesto, CA 95355
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Practice

Office644 E Harding Way Ste B Stockton, CA 95204
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Medical Center

    1700 Coffee Rd
    Modesto, CA 95355
    Recipient of 19
    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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