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Dr. James Kates, MD

Dr. James Kates, MD

Psychiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Kates, MD is a psychiatrist in Portsmouth, NH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Portsmouth Regional Hospital and Parkland Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1145 Sagamore Ave Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Dr. Kates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kates

2.5
19 ratings, 5 with a written review
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He was always understanding &spot on. To far away.
He pressed to understand. Asked appropriate questions. Tried meds that he thought would help. Sometimes they did, others did not. I believe that he &I traveled the maze of mental illness as a team. Unfortunately, he is no longer in my insurance “network” and I am faltering a bit. But that’s on the insurance failure. When I had nowhere to turn, I took a chance and called him pleading my plight. He set me on a good path.To those who are disgruntled with his attention, I feel you are expecting too much too soon. There is no magical cure for mental illnesses. You need to work hard for a long time, then work everyday at getting better. Good luck to you
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Mar 07, 2025
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Didn't listen. Lied that bipolar is treated with a mood stabilizer and an antipsychotic instead of a mood stabilzer and an antidepressant. Didn't care that mother and father physically, emotionally, and psychologically abused me my whole life. Didn't care that Parkinson's runs in my family and Dopamine Antagonists would be a terrible idea in that situation as they cause parkinsonian symptoms like the permanent Tardive Dyskinesia that I have now as a result of his lack of caring or concern. Repeatedly assisted my life long abusive parents in involuntarily institutionalizing me. Violated my HIPPA rights by discussing my case with my abusive parents and medical providers I signed no release for. He seems very incompetent and a danger to anyone he "treats."
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Joseph William Iudice – Oct 23, 2020
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He is a horrible doctor. I wouldn’t allow any living thing see him for treatment. He does not listen. He is a big LIAR! He doesn’t remember saying something rude. All he does is write prescriptions. Not everyone wants prescriptions. He needs mental help himself. Doesn’t take the time to listen to you. Mental health is very important these days, he is not the doctor to see. Maybe if he took the time to learn more about a patient and listen to them. What a joke!! Dr. Kate’s if you read this go back to college and learn all about mental illness, also learn about being honest and not going back on something. You are such a LIAR. NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2019
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This guy is a danger to anyone suffering with a mental illness.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Manchester, NH – Apr 22, 2017
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Think really, really hard before getting a diagnosis from a 13 question survey.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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Jimmy k in Dover, NH – Jun 29, 2016
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Dr. James Kates, MD is a psychiatrist in Portsmouth, NH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Psychiatry

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  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1990
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Locations

Practice

Seacoast Mental Health Center Inc.1145 Sagamore Ave Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Practice

Office30 Magnolia Ln Exeter, NH 03833
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkland Medical Center

    1 Parkland Dr
    Derry, NH 03038
    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Portsmouth Regional Hospital

    333 Borthwick Ave
    Portsmouth, NH 03801
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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