Dr. Vaughn Stewart Clagette, MD

Dr. Vaughn Clagette is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing more than three decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Emory Healthcare. His extensive experience spans 33 years in the field, during which he has developed expertise in managing complex medical conditions requiring hospitalization. Dr. Clagette is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Based at Higgins General Hospital with services at Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Clagette focuses on treating patients with serious kidney conditions and cardiovascular emergencies. He specializes in managing chronic kidney disease and acute kidney disease, helping patients navigate these complex health challenges. His expertise extends to treating hypertensive emergencies, providing …critical care when blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. Patients consistently rate Dr. Clagette highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.