Douglas M. Trate

New to area and needed colonoscopy. Dr. Trate was recommended by neighbor. Not only was he top notch in professionalism and knowledge; his entire staff at Watauga Medical Hospital was extremely hard-working group of great people. Highly recommend! Gail

Performed a routine colonoscopy and removed several polyps. One, however, was so well hidden and inaccessible that it was probably missed by previous colonoscopies/endoscopists and will require further intervention. I am grateful to have had a gastroenterologist who performed a complete and thorough exam and was also willing to spend a great deal of extra time obtaining biopsies of a very difficult polyp. In reading other reviews, a low grade for poor phone service is not fair or helpful.

It was a colonoscopy which of course is no fun. But procedure was well done, explained, and a pleasant experience when it was over. My wife has also seen Dr. Trate for the same procedure and she was quite happy with him as well.

It was a colonoscopy which of course is no fun. But procedure was well done, explained, and a pleasant experience when it was over. My wife has also seen Dr. Trate for the same procedure and she was quite happy with him as well.

I had a wonderful experience with Dr Trate and his staff. They were all extremely kind and caring. I was able to make an appointment quickly. I felt like I was in great hands!

I had a wonderful experience with Dr Trate and his staff. They were all extremely kind and caring. I was able to make an appointment quickly. I felt like I was in great hands!

Dr. Trate is world class in my book. He has treated me, luckily, a few times over the last 20 years and is a doctor I can trust.

Excellent experience all the way around. From the beginning of making an appointment, the initial visit with very qualified and friendly staff, to the day of my procedure and after. I couldn't ask for a better experience. I went to him because of all the recommendations I've received from my friends, who thinks this guy is great. I must agree.

Great staff, great appointment!

I had an excellent experience. Although it is a very busy practice, they still have smiles on their faces and treat the patients with compassion. The wait time was not an issue as their was a critically ill patient who needed a little extra time before I could see Dr. Trate. If I am ever in a situation where I need extra time with him, I know that he will take very good care of me. Dr. Trate is a very caring, compassionate doctor and his facility is nice and clean.