Douglas M. Trate - UNC Health
Gastroenterology • Boone, NC
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- U.S. News & World Report: Not explicitly provided, based on 78 reviews (78)
- Healthgrades: 2.6/5 (37)
- Vitals: 3.3/5 (18)
- BirdEye: 3.0/5 (23)
Patients praise
- Professional and thorough manner
- Efficient office staff in some experiences
- Clear communication and willingness to answer questions
- High clinical quality score (CMS MIPS)
Common complaints
- Inability to interact with the doctor personally before procedures
- Issues related to administrative and office staff efficiency
- Mixed patient satisfaction ratings across various platforms
"Very professional and thorough. Office staff was efficient and easy to work with."
— Healthgrades"I wasn't allowed to meet Dr. Trate until on the table, on my side, and being anesthetized. I couldn't see his face … taking pictures is not his practice."
— Yelp"...is a pleasant, professional caring and fun doctor. Answered all my questions on a keep it simple level and explained everything. He took his time."
— DoctorHelpsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- APPALACHIAN GASTROENTEROLOGY - Updated July 2026 - Yelp — Sep 1, 2025
- THE BEST 10 Doctors near BOONE, NC 28607 - Updated 2026 - Yelp — Jul 10, 2026
- UNC Health Appalachian launches Specialty Care Transport service | Local News | wataugademocrat.com — Mar 24, 2026
- Tracy Bass — May 9, 2026
- Two new rural residency programs approved and funded, strengthening WNC healthcare future | News | averyjournal.com — Feb 26, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in Boone
Summary: UNC Health Appalachian (Appalachian Regional Healthcare System) is a nonprofit health system based in Boone, North Carolina. It operates as part of UNC Health Appalachian and includes three hospitals, fifteen medical practices, a cancer center, a heart and vascular center, a pain management center, a physical therapy rehabilitation and wellness center, and a healthcare foundation. The organization serves the High Country region and provides comprehensive hospital and health care services through its locations in Boone and Linville, NC. Contact: (828) 262-4100. Headquarters: Boone, NC. Website: unchealthappalachian.org.
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