Clayton Bates, P.A.-C.
Supervising Physician
Clayton is a board-certified physician assistant who has been with OrthoArizona working with Dr. Cynthia Kooima since 2014 and specializes in sports medicine and arthritic conditions.
An Arizona native, Clayton graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in kinesiology before attending Midwestern University for his master’s degree in physician assistant studies. A lifetime participation in sports led him to focus on orthopedics, where he assists in the operating room in addition to seeing patients in the clinic. Clayton likes to take a comprehensive look at a patient’s problem to find the best solution to their pain, whether it’s conservative treatment or surgical options.
Outside the office, Clayton enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, staying active with exercise and outdoor activities, and sneaking off to the golf course when time permits.