Dr. John Taaffe is an essential member of our vascular surgery team at Surgical Associates. He brings a strong foundation in vascular surgery, combining advanced clinical training with a background in research and academic medicine. Dr. Taaffe is dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care and values developing long-term relationships with his patients and their families as they navigate vascular health together.
Dr. John P. Taaffe
Professional & Personal Background
Vascular Surgeon John P. Taaffe, MD, enjoys caring for a wide variety of patients and conditions within the field of vascular medicine. His training at Cleveland Clinic provided extensive experience treating complex vascular disease and reinforced the importance of approaching each patient as an individual with unique needs. Dr. Taaffe considers it a privilege to provide lifelong care for patients as part of the vascular surgery team at Surgical Associates.
Outside of work, Dr. Taaffe enjoys golfing, skiing and spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Education & Certifications
Special Medical Interests
- Carotid Revascularization
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
- Lower Extremity Revascularization
- Mesenteric Ischemia
- Dialysis Access
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Nutcracker Syndrome
- May-Thurner Syndrome
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome
- Venous Insufficiency
Medical Degree
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Missouri–Columbia School of Medicine
Residency
- Integrated Vascular Surgery Residency, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Certifications
- Board Eligible in Vascular Surgery, American Board of Surgery
- Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation, expected 2026
Professional Memberships:
- Society for Vascular Surgery
- Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Society
- Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society
- Eastern Vascular Society
