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- Medical Assistant: Sana Tate
- Surgery Scheduler: Sana Tate
- Danville Regional Medical Center School of Nursing - Diploma of Nursing
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science
- University of Virginia School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine
- Atrium Health - Carolinas Medical Center - Resident Physician
- Hospital for Special Surgery - Adult Reconstruction Fellowship
- Specializes in Adult Reconstruction
- Specializes in Total Knee Replacements
- Specializes in Anterior & Posterior Hip Replacement
- Specializes in Partial Knee Replacements
- Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Reviewer: Journal of Arthroplasty
- Editorial board member: Techniques in Orthopaedics
- Named a 2023 Top Doctor by Charlotte Magazine
- 2023 North Carolina's Top Doctors, Charlotte Region, SouthPark Magazine
- 2022 North Carolina's Top Doctors, Charlotte Region, SouthPark Magazine
- Named a Carolina Top Doctor, 2020
- The role of robotic surgery on alignment and polyethylene deformation patterns in unicondylar knee arthroplasty, Currently submitted and under review by Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
- Utility of repeat aspirations for periprosthetic infection, Abstract submitted for AAOS 2017 meeting
- The effect of radiotherapy on upper extremity soft tissue sarcomas, Designed research project to analyze the effects of RT on soft tissue sarcomas.
- Radiation induced pathologic fracture outcomes, Poster presentation at 2013 CTOS national meeting
- Extensor mechanism disruption after total knee arthroplasty: A review, Published in Journal of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Feb 2015
- Early polyethylene fracture of Vitamin-E infused HXLPE: A case report, Published in Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery: Case Reporter July 2015
Presentations
- The Effect of radiotherapy on upper extremity soft tissue sarcomas, Presented at 2013 North Carolina Orthopaedic Association
- The effect of radiotherapy on upper and lower extremity soft tissue sarcomas, Presented at 2013 North Carolina Orthopaedic Association & Presented at 2014 AAOS national meeting (Co-author presentation)
- Sarcoma research (above) Presented at 2012 Annual Research day with Dr. Richard Gelberman of Washington University as visiting professor
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Early Recovery After Total Joint Replacement with Dr. Bates
Early Recovery After Total Joint Replacement with Dr. Michael Bates, Hip & Knee Surgeon at OrthoCarolina's University location. In this webinar, Dr. Bates discusses total joint replacements, pain management, preventing complications, and returning to daily activities post-operation.
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When Joints Talk Back: Understanding Arthritis and Easing the Aches
Arthritis affects a lot of people: It’s a condition that changes over time and can profoundly affect mobility and quality of life. This webinar, a partnership between The Charlotte Ledger and OrthoCarolina, explores how arthritis develops, what happens in the body as it progresses, and the latest in treatments and prevention.
It is Part 2 of a three-part webinar series called "Move Well, Live Well," that provides smart, practical insights into staying strong, protecting your joints, and moving through life with less pain and more energy. Each session is free to attend, easy to join, and packed with real-world tips for real people.
Today's discussion is a conversation with Dr. Michael Bates of OrthoCarolina led by The Charlotte Ledger's Tony Mecia.
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Exercising with Hip & Knee Arthritis
When your arthritis flares up, getting active may be the last thing you want to do. However, exercise plays an important role in managing arthritis pain and stiffness.
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What Is IT Band Syndrome?
Although IT band injuries come on quickly, they typically result from an existing muscle imbalance as opposed to an acute injury.
What Is IT Band Syndrome?
Although IT band injuries come on quickly, they typically result from an existing muscle imbalance as opposed to an acute injury.