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Dr. Stephen Kates, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Dr. Stephen Kates, MD
4.2 (31 Ratings)

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Dr. Stephen Kates, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Stephen Kates, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Stephen Kates, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Richmond, VA.

About

Dr. Kates graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at University Rochester.Dr. Stephen Kates, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Richmond, VA and has 40 years experience. Dr. Kates currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with VCU Medical Center Main Hospital. At present, Dr. Kates received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. Dr. Kates' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kates is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Joint Pain
Pelvic Fracture
Back Pain
Joint Pain
Pelvic Fracture
Back Pain
Joint Pain
Pelvic Fracture
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Herniated Disc
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Spinal Stenosis
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Wound Repair
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Pain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tarlov Cyst
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Surgery
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
  • Medicaid
  • United Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Cigna
  • GHI PPO
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • BlueChoice Adv Open Access (Select Network)-VA
  • Aetna
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Medicare

Locations

  1. 1 Vcu Medial Center-Ambulatory Care Center
    417 N 11th St, Richmond, VA 23298
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  2. 2 VCU Health Neuroscience Orthopaedic and Wellness Center
    11958 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23233
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  3. 3 William and Mary Clinic
    332 N Henry St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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  4. 4 VCU Health Massey Pharmacy
    1001 E Leigh St, Richmond, VA 23298
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kates
4.2
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (24)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Jun 24, 2024
Dr Kates was very personable and knowledgeable. He explained all aspects of my surgery, pre and post operative. Surgery went exactly as planned. I was impressed with extensive followup by Dr Kates and his entire team. I could not be more pleased. I'm ready for the next one!!!!!
Lou crenshaw — Jun 24, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Northwestern University Hosps
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Rochester
    1989
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Stephen Kates, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kates' profile.

Dr. Stephen Kates, MD is affiliated with VCU Medical Center Main Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Stephen Kates, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • VCU Medical Center Main Hospital

    1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA