
Dr. Joel Thomas Gates D.O.
Family Practitioner
295 Sherman Street Ridgway CO, 81432About
Dr. Joel Gates is a family practitioner practicing in Ridgway, CO. Dr. Gates specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Gates possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Oklahoma State University / College of Osteopathic Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Loran David Sherwood M.D.570 PALOMINO TRL RIDGWAY CO 81432
- Dr. Wendy Nine Sanders MD295 Sherman Street Ridgway CO 81432
- Dr. Paul Ray Glanville M.D.21945 Highway 550 Ridgway CO 81432
- Gabrielle Holtz Silverman PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT295 SHERMAN ST RIDGWAY CO 81432
Nearest Hospitals
MONTROSE MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
800 S 3RD ST MONTROSE CO 81401