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Derek Vaughn MD

Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Orthopaedics
  • Elbow Surgery
  • Fractures
  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Shoulder Surgery

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Belle Meade
Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade
6002 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37205
Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Hendersonville
Vanderbilt Health Hendersonville
129 N Anderson Lane
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery - Cleveland Clinic, 2019
  • Fellowship in Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2020
  • Doctor of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2022

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
The provider was most pleasant, knowledgeable, and explained the options clearly
September 12, 2026
Dr. Vaughn always provides me his undivided attention when discussing my shoulder injury. I feel he focuses on my injury and seeks answers to relieve the pain and limited mobility I experience.
August 31, 2026
I would recommend him
August 27, 2026
Dr. Vaughn is an exceptional physician.
August 25, 2026
Would highly recommend Dr.Vaughn to anyone.
August 23, 2026
My appointment was scheduled for 11am, but Dr. Vaughn was able to meet with me 20 minutes early! I think that's the first time I can recall an appointment actually being early! Kudos to Dr. Vaughn and team for that! Dr. Vaughn was professional, courteous, friendly, candid, and thorough.
August 20, 2026
Great experience working with the doctors
August 20, 2026
Good information given.
July 30, 2026
Dr Vaughn listened, provided answers and information so I am comfortable with the palms for my care
July 28, 2026