Gates graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology. Gates’ interest in science, specifically surgery, led to a career choice with the ZB RX Medical team in September 2018. He particularly enjoys covering total joint arthroplasty, trauma, sports medicine and spine surgeries. Gates’ sports background instilled in him what it entails to be a great teammate. He takes great pride in always giving 100% effort in supporting a team approach – his medical sales team, the surgeons that depend on him, and his operating room team. Gates is driven to be accountable, reliable, trustworthy and prepared for any situation. Taking pride in offering surgeons the highest quality line of products, Gates is able to be a part of improving patient care and ensuring the best outcomes. He married his high school sweetheart, Natasha; they share their home with their dog, Hank.