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Surgeon
3735 11th Circle
Suite 101
Vero Beach, FL
Top reviews
A week ago I was admitted to the hospital with severe upper abdominal pain. After the usual workups Dr. Paul came in to see me and gave me my results. His bedside manner was incredibly upbeat, calming and reassuring. When he left Show morethe room I knew I was in good hands. After the surgery he explained how really bad the gall bladder was and how difficult it was to remove laparoscopically. Not only that he found I had an umbilical hernia which he repaired. I had my 1 week follow-up today and everything looks good. The nurses in the hospital also put me at peace when they told me how many of them have had surgery with Dr. Paul and how happy they were. The bottom line is this: if you need a general surgeon at Indian River Hospital, Dr. Paul should be #1 on your list!
What an amazing surgeon. Dr Paul's bedside and office manner is incredible. What an amazing Surgeon who truly spends the extra time to get to know his patient. I'm so happy my wife who is an R.N. mentioned him to me because of thShow moree wonderful words she heard about Dr. Paul. He performed my hernia surgery and I feel great. He is thorough yet very personalble. I'm blessed to have decided to select Dr. Paul to be the surgeon to perform my surgery. And Dr. Paul's office staff to the Pre Surgical Staff and Operation Staff at Cleveland Clinic were incredibly professional and courteous at all times. After many many years of public service, I do know what professionalism and courteous is. Dr. Paul, his office staff and staff at Cleveland Clinic, bravo to you all. They made me feel like a valued person!
About Derek K. Paul, M.D., F.A.C.S
General, laparoscopic, and oncological surgeon Derek K. Paul MD, FACS, provides compassionate and comprehensive care to patients at his practice in Vero Beach, Florida. He has worked in the community for 25 years and is highly rated at the national level.
Dr. Paul completed his undergraduate education at Boston College and the University of Miami, earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Biology minor. He then attended New York Medical College, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Paul completed his internship and residency in general surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida, and served as the Trauma Chief Resident, Vascular Chief Resident, and General Surgery Chief Resident.
Following his medical training, Dr. Paul has worked as both the Vice Chief and Chief of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital (formerly known as Indian River Medical Center) in Vero Beach, Florida. He also presently works as a clinical assistant professor of general surgery at Florida State University College of Medicine.
Dr. Paul is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, as well as a member of its committee on applicants. In addition, he is a Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery, and a member of the Florida Surgical Society, Indian River County Medical Society, and American Society of Breast Surgeons.
Dr. Paul has been honored with Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. “Top Doctor” awards since 2008, Healthgrades Guide to America’s Top Doctors and Hospitals awards since 2008, and Consumer’s Research Council of America’s Top Surgeon award in 2010 and 2011.
He has contributed his expertise to various publications on general surgery topics, including studies on laparoscopic ventral hernia repair.
Dr. Paul is currently a practicing surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Grove Place Surgery Center and Sebastian River Medical Center.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Hernia Surgery
Gallbladder Removal
Colon Surgery
Breast Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Soft Tissue Surgery
Anorectal Surgery
Location
Derek K. Paul, M.D., F.A.C.S
3735 11th Circle
Suite 101
Vero Beach, FL, 32960
More About Dr. Derek Paul, MD
Practice
Derek K. Paul, M.D., F.A.C.S
Specialties
NPI Number
1518905801
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Excellent skills, concerned listening, in depth knowledge
A fantastic down to earth Doctor the best yet.
Informing and professional
Considering the severity of my husband’s problem, Dr Paul made me very comfortable. Wonderful surgeon.
Very engaging doc. Really listens. Positive and realistic about surgical outcomes.
Very down to earth caring Doctor,
He is very dedicated to helping and getting you the information needed to enhance your life so that you can move forward with the assurance that he and his staff are there for you…. I appreciate the compassion and empathy from him and his staff. Breast Cancer isn’t easy and turns your life upside down, inside out. Dr.Paul is very comforting and understanding. I’m so glad to have him as one of my doctors on this journey . Thank you Dr. Paul , and staff. Kathe’y Woodie-Garside
Dr Derek Paul is the most experienced surgeon I have ever known. He never rushes the exam and delves into each area of diagnosis. I highly recommend him for all your medical needs and question
Hard to imagine that a busy Doctor has time to talk to patients, however Dr. PAUL is the exception these days. DR.Paul shows genuine concern and interest in his patients.Takes the time needed to take care of any concerns you may have.A rareity these days..I give him 10 stars
Excellent surgeon, very professional and knowledgeable.
Great Doctor Fantastic Surgeon! He actually talks to you and gets your input. Never felt rushed or that what I said didn't matter. He was my Surgeon for my breast cancer and did a wonderful job. He actually cares about his patients
Very professional such good people
Efficient office. Dr. Paul was a delight to deal with. Took time to understand my issues and offered caution about rushing into surgery, providing other treatments. Definitely recommend this practice.
Dr Paul knew instantly that I had a hernia, scheduled me for surgery right away, and made me feel comfortable about the upcoming procedure. I would recommend Dr Paul.
Dr Paul was excellent in my time of need. Great guy, great doctor.
He listened and respected my thoughts!
The visit was good..no work done
Very pleasant front desk women and the doctor was very helpful in explaining what he has to do to me with the surgery
I was extremely impress with Dr and staff. Thank you
Friendly atmosphere
Dr. Paul is wonderful. He is very caring and explains your entire process! His team in the office is great too!
Great
Dr Paul, Thank you for all your gentle care. I feel safe with you.
The entire staff worked well together and held my hand all the way through this procedure. I was very nervous but everything went well, thank you to everyone. They are real professionals. Jim Meehan
All went well. I was in the waiting room less than 5 minutes. Everyone is friendly and professional
Great
The doctor and the staff are absolutely excellent. The only problem I had was was like a 40 minute wait.
Dr. Paul is awesome. kind and very informative person. I'm so glad that is my surgeon.
Dr Paul’s examination was very .knowledgeable of my condition.. He answered my concerns and mundane questions with focus and kindness..He spent the needed time with me ..people had flocked and filled his waiting room
Good
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