Robert B. Yates, MD
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Robert B. Yates, MD
Medical Specialties
- Gastric surgery
- Hernia repair
- Robotic surgery
- Telehealth services
Locations
General Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Esophageal and Gastric Diseases Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Surgical Services and Hernia Center at Meridian Pavilion
Meet the Provider
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr. Yates was informative, professional, and patient-focused. Excellent
Exceptional at explaining step by step instructions to the procedure. Calm and knowledgeable.
Dr. Yates understood the tests that were done and explained everything very well. He listened with interest in what I had to say and answered all my questions. I have full confidence in him and feel like I have the best doctor there is to help me with my [...]
The Doctor and his assistant were very friendly and knowledgeable
She was AMAZING!!! Sooooo calming during my test when my brain tried to slip into fight or flight mode. I kinda wish she could've been my birthing coach 12 years ago. So pleasant and professional but also made you feel like you're just chatting with an old friend as well. She was understanding when I didn't tolerate the entirety of the test but didn't make me feel bad when informing me. Please keep her on staff, maybe a raise, and please let her know how awesome she is. Thank you
I feel very fortunate that Dr. Yates was my surgeon. Absolutely made himself completely available to my needs.
Dr. Yates is a great doctor and I would recommend him to anyone
It was good seeing Dr. Yates again. Great overall experience, as usual. Thanx!
I have had excellent service from Dr. Robert Yates and his staff and would recommend him for hernia care and surgery.
Dr. Yates and team are fantastic!First time visit...Excellent communication, not rushed, great explanation of prognosis.
Dr Yates was excellent in listening, explainations of care, and proposed outcomes. Thank you!
Dr. Yates is great!! He's very patient, took his time with me and explained any concerns and questions I had as well as weighing any pros or cons, next steps to take moving forward etc. - also the office was spacious, as well as nice and relaxing with two TVs displaying calming nature scenes - overall a great experience!
I like Dr Yates very much!
Dr. Yates is exceptional! Willing to take on higher risk surgeries with confidence! He's caring, informative, and listens to concerns. He's an outstanding surgeon! So glad I found him to help me and my issues!
Doctor was informative and forthcoming about my condition and options to think about.
Dr. Yates was very knowledgeable and explained things very clearly.
Dr. Yates was very thorough and clearly understood my questions and needs
I've been dealing with this hernia for over [...] years. Dr. Yates was the first doctor that I felt actually heard me and gave me hope that it will be fixed
Dr Yates was awesome in all manner.
On time, explained what the procedure would be like and every detail that was going to happen.
Dr. Yates is an outstanding surgeon who provided me with meticulous and expert surgical care for a hiatal hernia. He was welcoming, present and patient in his bedside manner and immediately put me at ease as I sensed he was on my side and going to take the best care of me.
Dr. was very attentive! [...]
Dr Yates has always listened to and addressed any questions or problems I may have. He is an amazing doctor.
Dr. Yates is an excellent practitioner overall, listener and who cares and honest medical advice.
Dr. Yates was excellent and very helpful and explained everything to me that I needed
I appreciate Dr Yates' careful exam and explanation. [...]
Dr.Yates was so great. I felt informed, reassured, and confident in both myself and Dr. Yates after our discussion about my condition, treatment options, and self care tips he offered.
Dr Yates is Amazing! He helped save my life a year ago. I referred a friend with a similar problem to him
Dr yates is a very good and caring physician he spends countless hours trying to make sure you get the best care to solving your medical issues and I would recommend him to anyone with outstanding reasons why.
Dr Yates was friendly, personable, gave direct and informative information, and was willing to listen to my questions. I never felt rushed by Dr Yates, and was comfortable with his input.
Dr. Yates is a very skilled surgeon who is willing to take on complicated, involved cases that other surgeons won't attempt. I had previous surgeons refuse my procedure. I was eventually referred to UW Medicine and Dr. Yates who performed my[...]with no complications.
Great listeners, explained procedures thoroughly.
Showed professionalism when asking questions and giving advice
Very pleased with Dr. Robert Yates. Pleasant, professional, knowledgable and thorough.
Very good experience [...] the surgeon [...] responded to me very fast with showing they cared. [...]
I continue to highly recommend Dr Yates to anyone in need [...]
Amazing surgeon - helped save my life
Dr. Yates displayed patience, empathy, and expertise as he answered my many questions. I left the meeting feeling very confident in his ability to manage my health concern.
Fellow was wonderful understanding of the issues. Provided various options and outcomes. Was great at explaining results and future procedure.
I was comfortable with Dr. Yates. Dr. Yates presented proof of what was causing me pain; providing choices, alternatives and recommendations. Overall Dr. Yates was exceptional and look forward to working with Dr. Yates and the team. I'm so lucky to have this Surgeon. THANK YOU DR. YATES. Great experience as I was at ease which helped me decide what needs to be done. I feel safe with this decision to have this procedure......
About Robert B. Yates
Robert Yates, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery and devotes his professional time exclusively to the clinical care of patients as a board-certified surgeon. He evaluates patients at the Montlake and Northwest Campuses of University of Washington Medical Center and at the Eastside Specialty Center in Bellevue, WA. He also serves on several University of Washington Medical Center committees that are committed to improving the quality of patient care.
As a surgeon in the University of Washington Hernia Center, Dr. Yates focuses on the comprehensive evaluation and management of all types of abdominal wall hernias. He is committed to providing patients with a complete understanding of their specific hernia condition, the options available to repair the hernia, and work with patients to decide the best treatment plan according to their desires and goals. Although not every patient with a hernia needs surgery, Dr. Yates has advanced specialty training in minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) surgical techniques well as complex open hernia surgery, which allows him to tailor surgical treatments to each individual patient’s needs.
Dr. Yates also works in the University of Washington Center for Esophageal and Gastric Surgery where he evaluates and treats patients with benign (non-cancer) conditions of the stomach and esophagus. These conditions include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal and paraesophageal hernia, and achalasia. Dr. Yates has a focused interest in these conditions that lead him to complete a two-year advanced surgical fellowship devoted specifically to stomach and esophageal surgery.
Personal Interests
In his spare time, Dr. Yates enjoys reading and music in addition to many activities outdoors including trail running, climbing mountains, cycling and mountain biking, and backpacking.
Education and Training
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UW - Dept. of General SurgeryFellowship, 2015, Minimally Invasive SurgeryVanderbilt Univ. Medical CenterResidency, 2013, General SurgeryVanderbilt Univ. Medical CenterInternship, 2009, General SurgeryOhio State University College of MedicineMedical education, 2008
Board Certifications
- General Surgery, 2013, American Board of Surgery