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Dr. James Oates, MD

Rheumatology* Age 60
Dr. James Oates, MD
4.0 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatologist in Charleston, SC.
Dr. James Oates, MD
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Dr. James Oates, MD

Rheumatology* Age 60
Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatologist in Charleston, SC.

About

Dr. Oates graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and completed a residency at Duke University Hospital. Dr. James Oates, MD is a Rheumatologist in Charleston, SC. Dr. Oates currently practices at MUSC Health Rutledge Tower and are affiliated with MUSC Medical Center. Dr. Oates has experience treating conditions like Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Oates received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Oates' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Oates is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Polymyositis
Dermatomyositis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Joint Pain
Arthritis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Fibromyalgia
Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scleroderma
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Systemic Vasculitis
Vasculitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Behçet's Disease
Bursitis
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Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fever
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Goodpasture's Disease
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Pyogenic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Still's Disease
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound

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Locations

  1. 1 MUSC Health Rutledge Tower
    135 Rutledge Ave # 1, Charleston, SC 29425
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oates
4.0
Based on 14 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
May 27, 2023
I think I would prefer a woman doctor. He’s a nice man very book smart, and knows his stuff. I prefer someone who will explain better than he does, and someone who has more empathy and kindness. Appointments are hard to get, the staff is very friendly, he is busy and crams most of his time into on Monday for patients. Big hospitals make it difficult for patients and he fits image of a doctor in a big hospital. Good guy, smart guy, but bad bedside manner.
— May 27, 2023
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Duke University Hospital
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Hospital|Duke University Hospital|Medical University of South Carolina Medical Center|Medical University of South Carolina
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Oates, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Oates' profile.

Dr. Oates frequently treats the following conditions: Polymyositis, Dermatomyositis and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Oates, MD is affiliated with MUSC Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Oates, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MUSC Medical Center

    169 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC