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Dr. Vani Sabesan, MD

Dr. Vani Sabesan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Vani Sabesan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Atlantis, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sabesan has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2004. She is affiliated with HCA Florida JFK Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
180 John F Kennedy Dr Ste 100
Atlantis, FL 33462

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Sabesan specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Sabesan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sabesan

3.8
33 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
27%
27%

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Rushed - gave incorrect diagnosis, careless
Dr Sabesan treats you like a number, horrible bedside manner, she rushes you if she realizes she can't book you for surgery. She doesn't say hi or bye just ask some questions standing at the door and runs off. Not sure if this even qualifies as a doctor's appointment bc she doesn't really look or touch you. After waiting a few minutes realizing she was done, I went out into the hallway and she pointed to the exit. I had to explain that I wasn't done bc I had questions and had to Google my symptoms to get her to agree with a diagnosis that made sense. Now I realize that when I was waiting in the room, I overheard her having a conversation with another patient about anti-inflammatories, seems like I'm not the only one that has to have their appointment in the hallway.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2025
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See someone else
This was the worst medical appointment I have ever had. I felt attacked for getting injured and not seeing immediate medical attention. All she did was tell me everything she could not do for me and did nothing to help me with my injury and reducing my pain. I have since seen another provider and have gotten the care I needed. She is mean and rude with no compassion at all. I feel she may have something going on personally, but don't take it out on your patients!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Palm Beach, FL – Jan 15, 2025
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Shockingly bad
I’ve never left a review for anything in my entire life, never felt the need to. I’d like to start off saying her staff was extremely helpful in clarifying her diagnosis after she stormed off. She came into the room visibly frustrated and started yelling at me when I didn’t understand her diagnosis. Clearly, there is something going on in her personal life, and I would like to think she is an okay person, but I would not recommend her services until she can get the help she needs
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Concerned Patient – Mar 09, 2024
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The best Orthopedic Surgeon in South Florida
I fell and not only dislocated my patella in two pieces in my thigh and below my knee, a gruesome injury. Went by ambulance to JFK and was admitted that Friday and because of blood thinners I couldn’t have surgery until Sunday. Thank God Dr Sabesan was the surgeon on call. Not only did she repair the mess that was a badly fractured patella but she is the kindest, most competent, most compassionate, most wonderful human being and surgeon. I adore her and her staff is wonderful too. I feel like it was divine intervention that brought her to me. I recommend her so highly she is an amazing doctor. If you need the best Dr Vani Sabesan is it.
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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Brandi Aisenberg – Feb 18, 2024
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Dr. Sabesan
I recently had to have clavical surgery and Dr. Sabesan was the surgeon who performed my operation. Gosh, she was just so nice and kind and 100% knowledgeable about my injury. She and her entire staff are absolutely amazing. Being my first surgery, I was terrified, but Dr. Sabesan reassured me and explained every detail of the operation to me. I'm thankful I had the very best surgeon in the entire world to work with. She is an Angel. Thank you very much Dr. Sabesan!Timothy D Wojnar
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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Timothy D Wojnar – Dec 31, 2023
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She was phenomenal very caring answer all my questions Excellent bedside manners
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Wanda Vazquez – Sep 02, 2021
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Total Reverse shoulder replacement Surgery. Took total charge and put me totally at ease. I feel she has my back.
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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D.J. Hooker – Aug 01, 2021
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My right shoulder was useless so I got a total shoulder replacement, the inverted one. My strength and mobility before surgery was very very limited. December 13th, 2019 was The Day and 4 months later the outcome is impressive... from strength and mobility I am 95% and still progressing. No pain, no upsets ever. Being disciplined doing physical therapy and exercises is essential. Outcome exceeded my expectations... Dr. Sabesan is not only a great surgeon and a great person, but also great leader putting together an managing a fabulous team... she is a happy twister Great job Kuddos to Cleveland Clinic Thank you all and God Bless
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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Daniel Vazquez – Apr 27, 2020
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In my opinion the Worst Mistake I Ever made was going to see this - doctor! The consequences of which I'll have to live with for the remainder of my life! I found her to be curt and unsympathetic! Medically? Personally I found her lacking! If I could have I would have given her zero stars but unfortunately that wasn't an option!!! My recommendation to any potential patients...go elsewhere!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2020
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Dr. Sabesan es una excelente profesional con habilidades magistrales en cirugia de extremidades superiores, tuve una gran fractura de húmero hace tres años y fui asistida por la Dr. Sabesan con resultados excelentes en cirugía, tratamiento y rehabilitación del brazo izquierdo. Ademas, junto a su equipo son todos excelentes seres humanos. Marta B. Alessandrini Diaz en Plantation, FL - Feb 20, 2020.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 21, 2020
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Dr. Sabesan and her staff are an outstanding team. Sandra, her nurse assistant fantastic and very patient. Both make the patient to feel comfortable, dedicating time to you. Great job diego c.
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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diego c in sw ranches – Feb 07, 2018
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From the day I met her (I had a really bad elbow fracture), Dr Sabesan gave me confidence and was very professional I will definitely recomend her to whover needs orthopedic surgery
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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Christian Finkelberg in Ft Lauderdale, FL – Dec 08, 2017
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Our 16 yr old daughter had a terrible accident and thought she'd never play volleyball again. Dr. Sabesan made it possible, her confidence and passion gave us hope. I have never witnessed a Doctor that genuinely cares about their patients. She contacted the physical therapist herself, 2 weeks after surgery to ensure our daughter was getting the best after care. Dr. Sabesan is amazing and her staff is always on point, always pleasant and professional.. We are forever grateful !
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Clara Gonzalez in Palm Beach Gardens, FL – Nov 29, 2017
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Dr. Sabesan 's care for our 16 year old daughter has been a Godsend. Her personal attention & commitment to our daughter's orthopedic surgery & return to her sport was simply phenomenal. Dr. Sabesan put our minds at ease from the very beginning; her confidence assured us that we found the right surgeon. She always communicated with us throughout the entire process and her team's relentless energy & positive attitudes made this stressful event, more tolerable. Dr. Sabesan cares about her patients
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Rudy Gonzalez in Palm Beach Gardens, FL – Nov 29, 2017
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Dr. Sabesan is an excellent professional. All my expectations were met.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dario Mosquera in Weston, Fl – Nov 25, 2017
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As a first time patient of Dr. Sabesan, she made me feel as if she had known my history prior to me visiting. So friendly when I was in discomfort & gave me direct attention when answering my questions plus gave understandable explanations. Evidently she has passed along that friendliness attitude to her nurse trainee Sandra Koen. Highly recommend the team.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Patricia Beskos in Key Largo, FL – Nov 09, 2017
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Dr. Sabesan is one more reason why I am so happy that I live near Cleveland Clinic. A few months ago we met her when my wife broke her wrist. Dr. Sabesan explained the options available, gave a recommendation after we requested it, and the non-surgical result was excellent. Her staff is also excellent. One gets the impression that happy people are treating you. We recommend Dr. Sabesan and her staff 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Marvin I. Wiener in Ft Lauderdale, FL – Aug 11, 2017
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This was a terrible experience. She rushed in and out; prescribed a drug that was dangerous because of my existing heart condition,which indicated she did not review my record . For thumb arthritis gave me a drug I can't take or surgery. I had it injected under ultrasound which she dismissed and it worked. No bedside manner. I would not recommend her.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Houston, TX – May 08, 2017
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Dr. Sabesan really cares about her patients and outcomes. I have a complex shoulder history and she has always been there/been available when needed (both pre and post op). I highly recommend her!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Elisa in Troy, MI – Feb 27, 2016
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I had the worst experience of my life. She prescribed me an anti inflammatory that has an ingredient I am allergic to in it!!! It took 3 weeks to get a hold of her because her receptionists never called back my pharmacy. Finally about to get my anti inflammatory today but she was not there so her ta had to try to figure out what I can have.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 21, 2016
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care philosophy

Shoulder and elbow problems can be easy to fix or require more complex care. Each patient is different and I focus on providing the best individualized care possible. From simple sports injuries to complex revisions I have the expertise and the...read more

biography

Dr. Vani J Sabesan is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with a strong academic career. She came to us here from the Cleveland Clinic Florida where she held the Lang Family Endowed Chair in Orthopaedic Research and before that from Detroit, Michigan...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Cleveland Clinic

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    Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University

    Residency Hospital
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida JFK Hospital

    5301 S Congress Ave
    Atlantis, FL 33462
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    72%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    12% lower than the national average

    64%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% lower than the national average

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