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Dr. Kendall Vague, MD

Dr. Kendall Vague, MD

Sports Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Kendall Vague, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Jasper, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Walker Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2950 Highway 78 E Jasper, AL 35501

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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Vague's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vague

4.2
12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
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3 star
8%
8%
2 star
0%
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1 star
17%
17%

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I had 1 appointment with Dr Vague prior to being scheduled for total knee replacement by him. 3 days post op, my pain level was off the chart. The office worked me in so I could see him because I was in so much pain I hadn't slept since surgery. He came in the room and asked, "what's the problem?" I was crying so hard I could barely speak. I told him my pain was unbearable. He proceeded to tell me that the pain was my fault because of my varicose veins, which was never told to me at my first and only visit with him 3 months prior. He asked if I was taking my pain medication. I told him I was but it wasn't touching my pain. He said of course it wasn't because I had been taking a pain medication (almost the weakest prescription pain medication on the market) for 2 months prior, that he had been prescribing for me. As my surgeon, he should have told me at my appointment that my varicose veins would cause problems. And while prescribing the pain medication, at some point, he should have stopped before surgery so the post op pain medication would be effective at all. He was very rude, non caring and made me feel insignificant. I was fortunate to not have any further dealings with him and all post op care to follow was handle by the nurse practitioner. I was devastated as I had only heard wonderful things about him for many years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Julie Taylor in Dora, Alabama – Feb 05, 2025
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Find another provider for your own safety.
He did my mom's knee and told a nurse to time him to see how fast he could do it. Knee fell apart into pieces of bone and plastic. Of course we had to have another surgery to correct, but chose a different provider.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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DL – Oct 27, 2023
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Dr Vague
Dr Vague is a great surgeon! He put screws in my ankle about 20 years ago and they are still there and did surgery on my elbow about 4 years ago. Would definitely recommend him!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 18, 2023
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The kindest, most compassionate Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rhonda Posey – Apr 13, 2023
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The staff were wonderful, except one, and I think she was having a off day. We all do. Dr. Vague was very impressive. I felt like a good friend had come into the room. He seemed very knowledgeable, and he showed me the X-Ray and explained the problem areas. He even took into consideration of my abilities and requirements as a care giver to my husband. I couldn't find one thing to complain about. That
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cheryl C. Clark – Apr 10, 2023
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My Mother in Law needed emergency surgery for a broken hip. Dr Vague did a great job on Saturday.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 09, 2021
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Dr. Vague has worked with me over the years. He replaced both knees and has helped me with my feet as well. He did carpal tunnel surgery on both wrists and removed a lipoma from my finger. I would recommend him very highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 31, 2020
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Dr. Vague is my hero... He enabled me to walk again. He even prayed with me before the emergency surgery... I owe him and love him. He is an amazing encourager and doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
18 others found this helpful
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Jeanne M in Jasper, AL – Feb 18, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Kendall Vague, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Jasper, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Walker Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Sports Medicine

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
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Locations

Practice

Southern Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Assoc. P C.2950 Highway 78 E Jasper, AL 35501
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Walker Baptist Medical Center3400 Highway 78 E Jasper, AL 35501
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Walker Baptist Medical Center

    3400 Highway 78 E
    Jasper, AL 35501

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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