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Andrew James Goates

Andrew James Goates, MD

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-1
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 13-18
  • Adult 19-64
  • Older Adult >65

Gender

Male

Hospital Affiliation

  • Logan Regional Hospital

About Andrew James Goates

About The Provider

Dr. Andrew Goates is a dedicated medical professional practicing Otolaryngology at Intermountain Health’s Budge Clinic in Logan, Utah. He supports patients in Cache Valley, Rich County, Box Elder County and surrounding communities, providing care in pediatric otolaryngology, acute and chronic sinonasal disease, nasal breathing, sleep surgery, cochlear implantation, head and neck cancer, parotid and other salivary gland surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and medical and surgical education. He believes that "the needs of the patient come first," and strives to treat patients as he would his own family members.

Dr. Goates is particularly passionate about understanding each patient and their treatment goals, finding solutions that fit their needs, and delivering results that bring high satisfaction. He thrives in his specialty when encountering patients with diverse concerns, allowing him to propose personalized treatment options. He feels privileged to be part of a process that brings hope and satisfaction to patients and gratification to him as a provider.

When not working, Dr. Goates, a Kamas, Utah native, enjoys a variety of hobbies, including hiking, camping, fly fishing, running, and hunting, especially with his wife and children. He has a wonderful wife, who serves as the household foundation and headmaster of their home school. Together, they have five enthusiastic, brilliant, and fantastic children and an affectionate dog named Lucy.

Conditions Treated: 

  • Adenotonsil Disorders
  • Sleep apnea
  • Sinusitis and nasal obstruction
  • Hearing loss and chronic ear disease
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Salivary gland tumors and disorders
  • Voice and swallowing disorders
  • Thyroid and parathyroid disease

Procedures Performed: 

  • Pediatric ear tubes and tonsillectomy
  • Septorhinoplasty
  • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Cochlear implantation
  • Hypoglossal nerve stimulator
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Parotidectomy

Locations

  1. Budge Clinic Ear, Nose, and Throat
  2. Bear River ENT Clinic
  3. Billings Clinic
    • 801 North 29th Street, Ear Nose & Throat, Billings, MT 59101
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Otolaryngology, 2023
  • Medical School: University Of Iowa Roy J & Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine, 2018

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

89 ratings, 15 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    He could explain things a bit more, and ask if I had questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    i am very lucky to have him as a doctor he is the greatest

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    I really enjoyed meeting with Dr. Goates, he did a very good job of telling me my options and letting me know what he would recommend for me. Besides the long wait, this visit was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    He was also pacient with my son

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr. Goates is the GOAT

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    excellent dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Dr. Goats is very knowleadgeable and exolained to us the different types of procedures he could perform in our kid in order to fix the epistaxis problem with him.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    My appointment was too short. He was in an out in less than 10 minutes, and only briefly explained his diagnosis. I would appreciate just a minute or two more to process the diagnosis, and to ask follow up questions. Also smiling a little more would have made this experience better!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    He answered my question and friendly and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Good service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    He did a fantastic job of making me feel educated and in control of my medical situation!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    I appreciate that he writes everything down for future review.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Explained situation and procedure along with risks. Put my mind at ease re surgical procedure

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Bedside manner could use some work; minimized the symptoms I’ve been having that concerned me most, including dizziness; couldn’t get instrument to work on my ear