Dr. Zane Gates, MD
DPC Internal Medicine physician, Altoona, PA
Empower3 Center for Health (3 locations)Dr. Gates is an internal medicine physician in Altoona who opened a free clinic in a van and co-founded Gloria Gates CARE.
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About Dr. Gates
Dr. Gates completed a residency in internal medicine, then returned to Altoona. He opened a free clinic in a van to provide care to the working poor. That van clinic grew into Partnering for Health Services, which provides free health care to approximately 3,500 individuals in Altoona each year.
He also founded the Gloria Gates Memorial Foundation, an after-school program for disadvantaged youth in Altoona. Dr. Gates developed the care model that became the Empower3 Center for Health and is a co-founder of Gloria Gates CARE.
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Patient reviews
"Offers a clear and steady hand in every medical situation."
"Focuses not just on treatment, but on genuine patient support."
"Makes every patient feel like the most important person in the room."
"Always listens first before offering any medical advice."
"Creates a welcoming and respectful environment at every appointment."
Great!
"Got the professional care and consult I expected."
Amazing!
"Enlightened me about my condition and the treatment options."
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Where did Dr. Gates train?
Dr. Gates completed a residency in internal medicine, then returned to Altoona.
What community work has Dr. Gates done?
Dr. Gates opened a free clinic in a van to provide care to the working poor. It grew into Partnering for Health Services, which provides free health care to approximately 3,500 individuals in Altoona each year. He also founded the Gloria Gates Memorial Foundation, an after-school program for disadvantaged youth in Altoona.
What awards has Dr. Gates received?
Dr. Gates was named a Community Health Leader by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in 2010. He was given a Community Service Award by the Daughters of the American Revolution in 2011.
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