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Dr. Vaughn Whittaker

Dr. Vaughn Whittaker

Transplant Surgeon, Surgeon, Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whittaker, Transplant Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Vaughn Whittaker is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Whittaker graduated from Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center. He is a member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS), United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), American College of Surgeons (ACS), Medical Society of The State of New York, and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Whittaker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittaker’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittaker’s office at (315) 464-9535.
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    Where did Dr. Whittaker go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Transplant Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY, 2010 | Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, Abdominal Transplant and Hepatobiliary Surgery

    • Residency: Harlem Hospital Center | Harlem Hospital Center

    • Medical School: Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica)

    What languages does Dr. Whittaker speak?

    Dr. Whittaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Whittaker typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Vaughn Whittaker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Whittaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Whittaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whittaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-9535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whittaker accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Whittaker in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Whittaker's office located?

    Dr. Vaughn Whittaker's Primary Practice

    506 Lenox Ave

    New York, NY 10037

    (315) 464-9535

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS)

    • Member of United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)

    • Member of American College of Surgeons (ACS)

    • Member of Medical Society of The State of New York

    • Member of Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

    What is Dr. Whittaker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Whittaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982866513.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittaker?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittaker

    What is Dr. Vaughn Whittaker's specialty?

    Dr. Whittaker is a Transplant Surgeon near New York, NY.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Vaughn Whittaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whittaker is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Vaughn Whittaker accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Vaughn Whittaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vaughn Whittaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whittaker's office at (315) 464-9535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vaughn Whittaker?

    Please contact Dr. Whittaker's office at (315) 464-9535 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whittaker's office located?

    Dr. Whittaker's office is located in New York, NY.