- medical school: Duke University School of Medicine
- residency: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
- fellowship: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
- board certification: Diplomate, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, American Board of Pediatrics, 1997-present
Michael Bates, MD, PhD, Division Chief
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expertise
congenital disorders of the digestive system, celiac disease
bio
Dr. Bates has been chief of the division of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Dayton Children's Hospital since 2015. He has been named one of the Best Doctors in America - a doctor that other doctors trust the most - multiple times, including in 2019. He came to Dayton from Mission Children's Specialists of Asheville, North Carolina. But he's no stranger to the Buckeye state. He received his pediatric and pediatric gastroenterology training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and was then a faculty member there for 10 years. Dr. Bates earned his bachelor of science, medical degree, and Ph.D. at Duke University. He has more than 40 papers and chapters in peer-reviewed journals and textbooks and has had research funded by the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Bates has special interests in treating children with congenital and genetic disorders of the digestive system and celiac disease. When asked why he chose to specialize in pediatric gastroenterology he responded, "I enjoy the breadth of pediatric gastroenterology. We see patients of all ages with conditions ranging from relatively simple and self-limited to very complex, chronic conditions. And talking with kids about pooping keeps you from taking yourself too seriously!" One of his favorite things about working with children is "their capacity to be a kid no matter what is happening".
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If you are new to the Dayton Children’s gastroenterology clinic, use the online scheduling tool below to schedule an appointment. New patient appointments must be done in person. To schedule by phone call 937-641-4000.
conditions you can schedule for:
- General gastroenterology
- Inflammatory bowel disease - Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
- Liver problems - hepatitis, biliary atresia, increased liver enzymes, jaundice
- Short gut/short bowel syndrome
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09/19/23
He was extremely personable, and made time for our daughter and made us seen and valued. I just appreciated, just the time that he put into the appointment and yeah, just his kindness.
09/19/23
What a warming experience! Doctor Bates was amazing, kind, didn't rush, answered questions, attentive, and very helpful. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
08/21/23
This provider is a very good provider, listens well, and gets you taken care of and all the needs that you need.
08/03/23
Dr. Bates is the best. I would highly recommend him.
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