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Dr. Michael Bays, DO

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 69

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Michael Bays, DO is a gastroenterology specialist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Coral Hospital and Gulf Coast Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Michael Bays, DO

Gastroenterology Associates of S.W. Florida - Fort Myers

4790 Barkley Cir Ste A Fort Myers, FL 33907

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(239) 275-8882

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Dr. Bays is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Bays is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
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  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Bays' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bays

4.5

73 ratings, 65 with a written review
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  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What went well
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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  • Explained conditions well
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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About Me

Care Philosophy

Dr. Bays joined Gastroenterology Associates of S. W. Florida, P.A. in 1995. He received his Pharmacy Degree from Ferris State University. He received his...Read more

Biography

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Specialties*

  • Gastroenterology

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology

Providence Hospital Med Ctrs, Gastroenterology Bronson Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine

Residency Hospital

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical School, 1986

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    Dr. Bays' office is located at 4790 Barkley Cir Ste A, Fort Myers, FL 33907. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Gastroenterology Associates of S.W. Florida - Fort Myers

    Gastroenterology Associates of S.W. Florida - Fort Myers4790 Barkley Cir Ste A Fort Myers, FL 33907
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    Gastroenterology Associates of S.W. Florida - Barkley Surgicenter

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Lee Memorial Hospital

    2776 Cleveland Ave
    Fort Myers, FL 33901
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    Gulf Coast Medical Center

    13681 Doctors Way
    Fort Myers, FL 33912
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    Cape Coral Hospital

    636 Del Prado Blvd
    Cape Coral, FL 33990
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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