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Marcus Gates, MD

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Marcus Gates, MD

Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2019.
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Meharry Medical College School of Medicine

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Mayo Clinic Hospital

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American Board of Neurological Surgery

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Wellstar Cobb Hospital
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Wellstar Douglas Hospital
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Dr. Marcus Gates provides world-class surgical treatment at Wellstar Cobb Hospital

Wellstar provides world-class care for a broad spectrum of neurovascular and spine conditions

Dr. Marcus Gates is a neurosurgeon who specializes in minimally-invasive spine surgery, complex spinal disease, neuro-oncology and neuro-trauma.

Dr. Gates first found his passion for medicine after a serious car accident. While being treated, he was moved by the care and commitment of his medical team. In turn, Dr. Gates decided to dedicate his life to restoring patients to better health. As a Georgia native, Dr. Gates represented his home state during his time at Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. At the prestigious institution, he earned a bachelor's degree in biology and graduated summa cum laude as the valedictorian.

After completing his undergraduate studies, Dr. Gates transitioned to Meharry Medical College where he also graduated as the valedictorian. During his time in medical school, he was drawn to the neurosciences and knew he could make a difference in the field.

Dr. Gates completed his residency at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, serving as both chief resident and Instructor of Neurosurgery. He is also a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) and American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS).

Every day, Dr. Gates enjoys using his skills to take on challenging and complex neurological cases. However, the most fulfilling part of his work is developing personalized plans for his patients and improving their quality of life.

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Defeating Pain with Successful Spine Surgeries at Wellstar

Barbara Deans was worried she would never walk again — until she went to Wellstar.

She had a herniated disc on her sciatic nerve, along with degenerative disease, which is one of the most common causes of back and neck pain. She had tried epidurals and other treatments without much improvement, and it got to the point where she couldn’t walk without taking heavy pain medication.

But Barbara was determined to stay mobile. She turned to Dr. Marcus Gates, a neurosurgeon at Wellstar Cobb Hospital, about her next steps. Barbara was a little hesitant about surgery, but after getting to know Dr. Gates and discussing her treatment options, she felt confident about conquering her pain.

“Dr. Gates made me feel comfortable,” Barbara said. “He explained all the details of the surgery, such as how long the incision would be and how long it would take. He has a great bedside manner.”

For Dr. Gates, surgery is about more than the procedure — it’s about the person and how he can help them live a fulfilling life.

“Everything is tailored to the patient. It's customized care,” Dr. Gates said. “So what I'm trying to do is listen to the patient, figure out what exactly they need and try to provide that care as efficiently as possible.”

Barbara said Dr. Gates helped ease her fears about surgery and envision her life without pain.

“Dr. Gates told me I would walk out of the hospital after surgery,” she said. “He inspired me, and I believed him.”Barbara was back to doing her usual activities the same day of the minimally invasive surgery.

To learn more about how you can find success through spine surgery and find a solution for your pain, make an appointment with Dr. Gates in Austell or Smyrna at (470) 956-4410.

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Published on: April 2021
Marcus Gates, MD
Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2019
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4.7
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Specialties
Neurosurgery , Spine Surgery
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
Residency
Mayo Clinic Hospital
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American Board of Neurological Surgery
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English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center
Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
Wellstar Sylvan Grove Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
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