Bates Primary Care

02/07/2026

VIRTUAL PRIMARY CARE

Bates Primary Care offers virtual primary care services to residents in North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, Nevada, Washington, Wisconsin, Utah, Idaho, Illinois, Hawaii, Alaska, and Montana.

Key Services and Features:

Availability: Appointments are available, including many same-day or next-day appointments, with virtual visits offered during both standard and alternative hours.

Virtual Care: Telehealth visits are available for various services, allowing patients to be seen from home.

Payment Options: We accept most major insurance providers, but also offer affordable self-pay rates for those without insurance.

Membership: Low-cost membership plans are available (but not required), which provide additional benefits, including lower rates and priority appointment scheduling.

Specialties: Services include family practice, chronic care management, medical weight loss, and acute/urgent care.

Patients can schedule appointments online www.batesprimarycare.org or by calling the office at 336-742-3560.

We serve local as well as virtually the entire state of NC, VA, FL, AK, HI, NV, MT, WI, WA, ID, IL, UT.

02/07/2026

Are you sitting in an Urgent Care Right Now?

Tired of the waiting room shuffle?

We can see you TODAY — without the wait. 😊

Skip the urgent care line and get personalized, comprehensive care at our local primary care office. We have same-day appointments available right now.

✅ Be seen faster
✅ Get continuity of care

Call us directly to secure your spot: 336-742-3560
Or book instantly online: batesprimarycare.org

We’re here to help when you need it most. ❤️

Insurance accepted • New patients welcome • Your health, on your time

We are located at 125 Allen St, Kernersville

We serve local as well as virtually the entire state of NC, VA, FL, AK, HI, NV, MT, WI, WA, ID, IL, UT.

02/07/2026

Welcome to Kernersville and the Kernersville Chamber of Commerce Bates Primary Care!

02/05/2026

Kernersville’s locally owned Primary Care offers same-day appointments.

02/01/2026

Kernersville’s locally owned Primary Care offers same-day appointments.

Check out Bates Wellness’s video.

01/31/2026

Perimenopause and Menopause treatment

01/31/2026

Perimenopause and Menopause

Are you struggling to maintain your physical and emotional well-being?
You are not alone in this experience.
Are you experiencing unexplained symptoms that are impacting your daily life?
Are your symptoms being overlooked or misdiagnosed?
Are you experiencing symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and persistent fatigue, hair shedding, dull skin, brain fog, low libido, unexplained weight gain, and an inability to lose weight despite concerted efforts?
You may be experiencing perimenopause or menopause.
We can provide assistance.

We take health insurance

batesprimarycare.org
336-742-3560

01/31/2026

Valentines Day coming soon

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue

By her flowers and they will be dead by the next day at noon

Buy her Botox instead!!

We price match your best rate plus 10% off! Bring us the best price you can find in Forsyth county.

Bates Primary Care (Bates Primary Care)
336 742 3560

01/07/2026

Bates Primary Care Senior Home Primary Care Visits.

My name is FNP-C Crystal Bates and I am the medical provider and local owner of a local primary care practice that provides in-home primary care services specifically for senior residents.

We offer doctor home visits directly to residents’ apartments or condos, helping seniors receive high-quality medical care without the need for transportation or waiting rooms. Our services are especially helpful for residents with chronic conditions, mobility limitations, or those who prefer care in the comfort of their own home.

Our services include:
• Primary care home visits for seniors
• Chronic disease management (blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis)
• Medication reviews and follow-up visits
• Personalized, unhurried medical care

We would welcome the opportunity to support your health and well-being
• Making our services available to interested residents
• Providing educational health talks or wellness visits (optional)
• Helping reduce unnecessary urgent care and emergency room visits

Our goal is simply to provide a convenient, trusted medical option for seniors who may benefit from care at home.

I would be happy to stop by briefly or speak by phone to answer any questions.

Warm regards,
FNP-C Crystal Bated
Bates Primary Care
📞 336-742-3560a

12/10/2025

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12/08/2025

Had an awesome time seeing so many people today enjoying the parade.

This man in the photo with the cool hat is my daddy. He came to represent my clinic and it is his 77th birthday today on the 7th. Triple 7’s!

Also, my oldest sister Carol Earnhardt the director of The Heart of the Triad was on the parade in front of us and her group sang happy birthday to daddy just before the parade started.

12/04/2025

As a specialist in weight loss and weight management; I am often asked about GLP1’s.

I must start by stating that weight loss is a highly complex process influenced by a dynamic interplay of biological, psychological, and environmental factors, making it much more complicated than the simple "calories-in, calories-out" model suggests.

So back to GLP1s

How They Work
GLP-1 receptor agonists work by mimicking the action of the natural GLP-1 hormone produced in the gut. Their mechanisms of action include:
• Triggering Insulin Release: They stimulate the pancreas to release more insulin when blood sugar levels are high.
• Suppressing Glucagon Secretion: They block the release of glucagon, a hormone that raises blood sugar, which helps prevent excess glucose from entering the bloodstream.
• Slowing Digestion: They delay gastric emptying, meaning food stays in the stomach longer, which helps control blood sugar spikes after meals and increases feelings of fullness (satiety).
• Reducing Appetite: They act on appetite centers in the brain, leading to reduced hunger and lower calorie intake, which in turn helps with weight loss.

Common Medications
Several FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonists are available, with some approved for Type 2 diabetes, others for weight management, and some for both (often at different doses).
• Semaglutide: Brand names include Ozempic® (for Type 2 diabetes), Wegovy® (for weight loss), and Rybelsus® (an oral tablet form for Type 2 diabetes).
• Tirzepatide: This is a dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist with brand names Mounjaro® (for Type 2 diabetes) and Zepbound® (for weight loss and obstructive sleep apnea).
• Liraglutide: Brand names include Victoza® (for Type 2 diabetes) and Saxenda® (for weight loss).
• Dulaglutide: Brand name is Trulicity®(for Type 2 diabetes).
• Exenatide: Brand names include Byetta® (twice-daily injection) and Bydureon® (once-weekly extended-release injection).
• Lixisenatide: Brand name is Adlyxin®(for Type 2 diabetes).

Potential Benefits & Side Effects

Benefits
In addition to managing blood sugar and weight, studies show GLP-1 medications may offer other benefits:
• Lowering blood pressure.
• Improving cholesterol levels.
• Reducing the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke in patients with Type 2 diabetes and existing heart disease.
• Potential benefits for kidney and liver health.

Side Effects
Most side effects are gastrointestinal and tend to be mild to moderate, often improving over time.
• Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
• Constipation.
• Abdominal pain and heartburn.
• Injection site reactions (for injectable forms).
Rare but serious potential side effects can include pancreatitis and allergic reactions. Patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer should generally avoid these medications.

To learn more please visit batesprimarycare.org or call 336 742 3560