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Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD
General Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD
3.3 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.
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Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Whittaker graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WEST ALABAMA. Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD is a General Surgeon in New York, NY and has 29 years experience. Dr. Whittaker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. At present, Dr. Whittaker received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Whittaker's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Whittaker is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
Wound Repair
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
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Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
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Lung Cancer
Necrotizing Fasciitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Bile Duct Procedure
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Endoscopy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

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Patient Reviews
Mar 01, 2018
Dr. Whittaker did my kidney donor transplant 2/22/2018. I can’t say enough great things about this surgeon. He took the time out tonreview my case , her my concerns and get the ball rolling. He has an excellent bedside manner . I am 6 Days post surgery and I feel great . No pain meds , I’m walking up to 1.5 miles, and returning back to my normal way of living. I highly recommend this surgeon for a kidney transplant . If you are his patient rest assured you are in great hands .
Gina freeman in Lodi NJ — Mar 01, 2018
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General Surgery
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Education

Education

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  • UNIVERSITY OF WEST ALABAMA
    1996
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  • General Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Whittaker's profile.

Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem.

Yes, Dr. Vaughn Whittaker, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem

    506 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY