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Dr. Timothy Gates, DO

Dr. Timothy Gates, DO

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Gates, DO is a neurosurgeon in Tarboro, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with Vidant Edgecombe Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (40 reviews)

ECU Health Orthopedics - Tarboro

2906 N Main St Tarboro, NC 27886

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(252) 823-7212

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gates is affiliated with Vidant Edgecombe Hospital Tarboro, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Gates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gates specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Gates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gates

4.7

40 ratings, 31 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 28, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Tanisha Brinkley – Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Feb 20, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 01, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 28, 2024
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Sep 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Aug 23, 2024
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Jul 23, 2024
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 22, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 12, 2024
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Jul 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Jul 04, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 24, 2024
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care philosophy

My mission is to provide patients with comprehensive care utilizing the best practices and the latest technologies to ensure the best outcome. My highly trained staff and I are committed to providing a patient centered experience. We collaborate with t

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Stanford University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Garden City Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Garden City Osteopathic Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Gates is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    ECU Health Orthopedics - Tarboro

    ECU Health Orthopedics - Tarboro2906 N Main St Tarboro, NC 27886
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      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 1:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Vidant Edgecombe Hospital

      111 Hospital Dr
      Tarboro, NC 27886
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

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