Dr. James H. Bates, MD 2690 South Eagle Road, Meridian, ID 83642

"Dr Bates did an examination of my right shoulder IME and he did an amazing job."

"Several years ago, I rolled my ankle. It was initially diagnosed as "a severe sprain". After two surgeries, my ankle developed CRPS, (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome). Dr. Bates went above and beyond to help me get a surgeon to examine my ankle. After several years of 24/7 pain, it was determined that the CRPS was getting worse. The removal of my lower leg was approved, and I have been 99% pain free since. I just can't Thank Dr. Bates enough, for all of his help and care."

"Dr. Bates has been so helpful. I have back problems and he is great at giving me relief from my pain. He is very kind and caring. He has an amazing staff."

"The care I've received from Dr. Bates is unparalleled in the Treasure Valley and provided the very outcomes I had hoped. I was seeking physical, hands-on treatment and rehabilitation for rib, back, neck and hip pain as a result from a variety of past sports-related injuries that were growing increasingly uncomfortable. Dr. Bates performed a thorough assessment of my symptoms and systems and designed a comprehensive treatment plan for each issue, which he explained to me in terms I could understand and discuss with him. He then used manual therapy to correct each fascial distortion and herniated trigger point. In addition, Dr. Bates referred me for physical therapy with particular specialists in the valley to fulfill my rehabilitation goals. I couldn't recommend a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician more highly than Dr. Bates."

"From the initial phone call to make the appointment to the day of my appointment, the service was amazing. His staff was so kind and helpful. Dr. Bates listened to me intently and really tried to understand my needs. He let me talk without interrupting and acted like he had all the time in the world to just be there for me. I didn't want a provider that would give me a pain pill--I wanted to get better through different modalities. His knowledge base was astounding and he was able to explain things very clearly. If you want someone who is well versed in many different treatment options then see Dr. Bates! If you're expecting narcotics, don't waste yours or his time! You owe it to yourself to explore many options and Dr. Bates is the one to give you those options."