Jefferson Vaughan Bariatric Surgeon M.D.,F.A.C.S.

he knows the subject very well, very kind and understanding. Explains the benefits and the risks of this surgery. Would highly recommend him.

This man is Great! He has to be the most professional person I've ever met. I mean he is concerned about you in every aspect. Doc, from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU.
My impression of Dr. Vaughan only got better with every contact with him. His staff is very nice, I honestly can not find anything bad to say, really. Dr. Vaughan has a 18 month after care program and support groups in place for you to use after surgery. On a scale of 1-10 he gets a 9.99!
Jupiter Medical Center gets a 9.0 hey they did mess up my food tray once....they were great as well.

I was shocked, when Dr. Vaughan first walked into the room, My mouth dropped open. I had to laugh at myself. Because I expected Dr. Vaughan to be older than he is. He has a twinkle in his eyes, that represent humor. But he also has a very serious side that shouts "CONFIDENCE". He was very easy to talk to, he gets right to the point, is very direct, stresses the importance of understanding the risks and what occurs with different risks, he definetly made me comfortable with his knowledge of knowing what to do in the event of a complication. I trusted his judgement, his words, his experience and his ability. I have NO FEAR AT All. I have a calm about me, I didn't think was going to be possible.

The office staff was wonderful. I got hugs, and understanding, support and a definite overall feeling that the office staff loves their boss. (Smiling) and I understand why. They all seem happy with their positions and answered all my silly questions and expressed a lot of patience with my emotional turmoil.

I really believe that Dr. Vaughan has tried extra hard to educate his patients before he meets with them. When he started to talk, it was like reading the handbook out loud. I knew immediately he wrote the handbook himself. But the more important fact, was the handbook was engrained in my brain. Bottomline, I was able to concentrate more on the important issues. I have never in my life been so aware of how the body functions and how the internal organs function together and what their job is inside my body. It feels so good to be so knowledgeable about the gastric bypass surgery. I ultimately know this knowledge will help me be successful and to recognize certain symtoms that are important on my road to a healthier life.

Considering the major life long changes this type of surgery is going to require from me; I think it is important that Dr. Vaughan be reassured that I understand the importance of following the four rules set forth to produce "SUCCESS". I also feel that Dr. Vaughan looks for that commitment and dedication in each patient. It's called being "silently observed". (Smiling)

On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the best) I would rate Dr. Vaughan a "TEN"

I think surgical competence in most important, but means nothing to me personally, without the bedside manner.

I interviewed three surgeons before I selected Dr. Vaughan. Something absolutely hysterical happened to lead me to Dr. Vaughan because of these Interviews.

The first surgeon I interviewed was not a very good speaker, I attended his seminar and was concerned with his grammer. If his grammer wasn't important to him, what else wasn't important to him? He was fairly new to gastric bypass surgery. He seemed very knowledgeable, but I just wasn't completely comfortable.

I followed my instincts and scheduled another interview with a second surgeon and was even more shocked at the arrogance and over confidence the second surgeon displayed. He tried and was successful in his little "embarrass the patient" into submission tactics that didn't work on me. There was no respect shown for those of us listening to him. He had no patience with our questions, and he wanted to do all the talking. He continously interrupted us, I said: "SELF", no way in hell do I want him to operate on me.

So "YES", surgical competence and bedside manner both are important to me. So Is Respect.

How I found Dr. Vaughan was the first surgeon I interviwed has a clinical coordinator who recommended Dr. Vaughan and the second Surgeon in town had a operating room nurse who worked with him while performing Gastric Bypass Surgery who decided to have Dr. Vaughan do her surgery.

That makes a big statement in my book. When you're excellent in the Medical Field the first people to recognize it are in the Medical Community.

I do not have anything negative to say at this point, and I sincerely don't think I will find anything negative to say. Dr. Vaughan knows the importance of professionalism and will maintain that aspect of his profession. his practice is important to him. It makes that statement the minute you walk into his office.

i will update as my experience with Dr. Vaughan grows into a better rapport.
GOD BLESS DR. VAUGHAN, AND THANK YOU !!!!!

I HAVE ATTENDED DR. VAUGHN'S INFORMATION SEMINAR.. VERY INFORMATIVE.. HAVE DECIDED TO GO WITH HIM. SEEMS VERY INTELLIGENT, FUNNY, AND VERY APPROACABLE, EASY TO UNDERSTAND..

Overall dealing with Dr. Vaughn's office has been wonderful... Carol the Insurance specailist is My angel.. She helped me alot in the beginning with the insurance. towards the middle i got upset but wasnt her fault insurance company made me irritable.. But in the end I have no doubt that she helped the insurance company to come to the right decision to give me the approval. She faught for me when i least expected her to, and she will never know how gratefull i have for her.

I had my appointment recently with Dr. Vaughn.. really informative went over every detail, went over all the risks no sugar coating but also went over everything that he and the medical staff as well as myself have to do to prevent those risk..Im really glad i found dr. vaughn i have heard all wonderful things from past patients.......

I attended Dr. Vaughans lecture, and by meeting him it confirmed that I was happy with my decision. I wouldn't have this surgery with any other surgeon. He is very informative, funny, and very knowledgeable.

My first time meeting Dr. Vaughan was when my husband and I went to his lecture in December 2002. He knew what he was talking about and didn't have any problems answering questions. As soon as the meeting was over, my husband and I discussed it and decided that we wanted to have Dr. Vaughan perform the surgery (My husband and I both had the surgery done, on the same day - April 15, 2003).

Dr. Vaughan is very easy to talk to and his staff is amazing!

I would recommend Dr. Vaughan to anyone contemplaating this surgery. He has superior skill as a surgeon.

Dr. Vaughan is absolutely THE BEST!!! He is caring, compassionate, and down to earth. I am a nurse, and am very critical of "bedside manner". I did a lot of research on surgeons before I chose Dr. Vaughan. His record is exemplary, and he has a sterling reputation. he is not running a "Factory" for Weight loss surgery like a lot of new doctors in Florida. He is very thorough and supportive throughout the whole process. His staff is excellent, also. Very patient and informative folks in the office. He has a very structured aftercare program, and emphasizes strict adherence to the instructions he gives. His program is the same as Carny Wilson's surgeon. The success rate is phenomenal!! I am one year out and have lost over 180 pounds. I lost it within 9 months and am happier than I have ever been in my life. Doors are opening for me right and left professionally and personally.

My husband and I met Dr. Vaughan and his staff at his lecture on March 30, 2003 @ JMC.
Our first impression of him was that he seems professional, knowledgable, very kind, and funny. And his staff too.
And after the lecture, we felt that not only was the surgery right for me (all three of my physicians have suggested it for me)but that I can't imagine having it done by anyone else. He meets every criteria you could imagine for the "perfect" Dr. to do this surgery. I cannot say that about all of the Dr.'s in my area. And if for some reason I cound not have Dr. Vaughan as my surgeon - I would have to seriously reconsider my position - that's how strongly I feel (I am really picky when it comes to my healthcare).

My first impression of my Dr was very good, he was very informative and willing to answer any questions that i had. While at the Hospital his bedside manner was great, came to see me and my progress twice a day. His staff at the office was also very attentive and verytime I called they were able to help me and answer my post op questions. as far as his Surgical competence and his bedside manner both were excellent.