About Derek K. Paul, M.D., F.A.C.S General, laparoscopic, and oncological surgeon Derek K. Paul MD, FACS, provides compassionate and comprehensive care to patients at his practice in Vero Beach, Florida. He has worked in the community for 25 years and is highly rated at the national level. Dr. Paul completed his undergraduate education at Boston College and the University of Miami, earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Biology minor. He then attended New York Medical College, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine. Dr.