Dr. Grant H Geissler

At the initial consult he was very thorough and detailed in explaining everything (belly button hernia) and what all of our options were. On Surgery day he was the same way and was sure to put our minds at ease. I even noted that he stopped to sincerely thank the volunteer who was working in the waiting room. Class Act. UPDATE - 2 years later we saw a strange lump on our daughter that the pediatrician described as "most likely an inguinal hernia". We knew exactly who to go to for advice. Once again Dr. Geissler was incredible. A very thorough explanation of the process on what he would do to correct it and everything went as planned. The man is so humble with an "all in a day's work" attitude. Even the stuffed animal offered to our daughter post surgery was incredible, it wasnt some itty bitty thing that looked like it came from a vending machine, it was a huge full sized stuffed Pua the pig from my daughter's then favorite movie Moana. You are in good hands!

Our son Cayson was born on 01/04/2023 with esophageal atresia/ tracheoesophageal fistula type C. I am a clinical pharmacist by trade and working in healthcare did not prepare me for having my first child in the NICU with TEF. We did not know about Cayson’s serious congenital abnormality before his birth (all of the prenatal testing came back normal). January 4th, 2023 was the longest day of my life. Hearing my son cry at birth only to be taken from my arms and rushed to the NICU after his APGAR score quickly dropped shortly after birth was terrifying. Additionally, I had a postpartum hemorrhage which kept me from going to the NICU. In the meantime my husband had been told that our son had TEF but did not know further details and told me that various other testing was being performed on our son. After the longest 6 hours of my life (it felt like days) I was medically cleared to see my son in the NICU. My day turned around: he was extubated, he looked like a perfectly healthy baby boy and I was able to hold him. Sometimes in life you get really, really lucky. As I was holding my son, Dr. Grant Geissler walked into our lives. My husband was in the lobby meeting his parents to visit our son in the NICU. Dr. Geissler took his cell number, called him and waited until he came back with him parents to speak to us. He explained my son’s condition in a clear and thorough way that even my sleep-deprived brain could understand (I hadn’t slept a minute since I went into labor, 36 hours ago). He drew pictures to explain my son’s fatal congenital abnormality and showed us how he would surgically correct this problem so that we would be able to say, “our son used to have a problem”. The surgery was planned for January 6th and Dr. Geissler explained why that was the perfect time for the operation. He also spoke about his extensive experience working in Chicago with TEF patients and their families including support groups (even back before they were as easily accessible as they are today with the internet). Additionally, he shared his background and experience as a parent. I was completely confident putting my trust in Dr. Geissler’s hands after he left Cayson’s room in the NICU. We were so fortunate to have been introduced to Dr. Geissler as I did not have the mental energy to research a surgeon that day. I had peace of mind and I was able to get some much needed rest that night. On the day of Cayson’s surgery I was not worried (which is unusual for me). Before the surgery started Dr. Geissler told me and my husband that he was well rested and he will take care with our child. He explained that we will be updated frequently during surgery and not to worry if some time goes by without hearing from him. All of the surgical staff was wonderful at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital! We received frequent updates as promised and before we knew it we received a call from Dr. Geissler who told us that Cayson’s surgery went perfectly! The next big day was Cayson’s swallow evaluation. Unfortunately my husband and I had tested positive for Covid so we had not been able to visit our son. Dr. Geissler called us and told us the good news and how great our son looked which was very nice since we couldn’t be there in person. He told me that he hasn’t had a leak in anastomosis in 25 years and uses very small sutures to minimize scarring! Our son is presently in the step-down unit and is on his way to coming home to us. I know this was an exhaustive account of our experience with our son Cayson, but I’m hoping you will find it helpful if you find yourself in a similar situation. If you are choosing a pediatric surgeon, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Grant Geissler as a first time parent and as a healthcare professional. Sending prayers your way. Kindest regards, Lauren Kaveski, PharmD, BCPS

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The staff was very nice and helpful. The doctor explained the treatment plan and test to evaluate my son. He made my son feel at ease. He really like Dr. Gessiler.

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Dr G is the best!

I am a surgeon myself and Dr Grant Geissler took care of my son who developed acute appendicitis. Dr Geissler bedside manner is amazing and my son, who is 10 y old, felt at ease and comfortable having surgery. Dr Geissler made what could have been a difficult time a great experience.

I highly recommend Dr. Geissler! He walked us through all the steps of the surgery during our first visit. Before the surgery he talked to us again and I was sure my son was in great hands. After the surgery he answered all our questions and carefully explained all the next steps to my son's recovery. He was very kind and friendly all the time and did an amazing job. Thank you. I highly recommend Dr. Geissler! He walked us through all the steps of the surgery during our first visit. Before the surgery he talked to us again and I was sure my son was in great hands. After the surgery he answered all our questions … More

Dr. Grant Geissler, MD at St Joseph’s Children’s Hospital is an amazing, caring and kind surgeon. My daughter was diagnosed with perforated appendicitis last Sunday and was transported to St. Joe’s. My family and I were extremely nervous when we were told that my loving 14-year old will have to have surgery to remove her appendix. Dr. Geissler came in and explained the procedure thoroughly to us. We knew what to expect before and after surgery. My daughter was really pleased that Dr. Geissler included her in the decision-making process. Thank you so much! I am forever grateful that you allow God to use you to save my baby’s life! Dr. Geissler is one of the most professional, caring, genuine and amazing physician I’ve ever met! Thank you for your awesome bedside manners! Dr. Grant Geissler, MD at St Joseph’s Children’s Hospital is an amazing, caring and kind surgeon. My daughter was diagnosed with perforated appendicitis last Sunday and was transported to St. Joe’s. My family and I were extremely nervous … More

I met Dr. Geissler when I was 20 weeks pregnant, having just been told that my unborn baby would need surgery. Naturally, as a (1st time) mother, this was terrifying. I was told I was to meet with the best pediatric surgeon that St. Jo's Children had to offer, and I did. Dr. Geissler was incredible, relieving my fears, and helping put my family at ease. He completed a procedure right after my son's birth, and then an abdominal wall surgery just recently. Dr. Geissler's bedside manner is amazing, and his communication is the finest I've come by (and I speak as a health care professional myself). I have the upmost trust in Dr. Geissler, and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a surgeon for their little one. I would trust him without question with the life of any child. We cannot thank him enough for what he has done for our son and family. I met Dr. Geissler when I was 20 weeks pregnant, having just been told that my unborn baby would need surgery. Naturally, as a (1st time) mother, this was terrifying. I was told I was to meet with the best pediatric surgeon that St. Jo's … More

Dr. Geissler not only has the best bedside manner I’ve ever experienced with a doctor but his skill is impeccable. My son was born in 2009 with birth defects that should have hindered his entire life & he had to go into surgery at 12 hours old (& had 3 following surgeries within his first 3 years of life with Dr. Geissler - I made sure of that) . My son, & our family, are blessed that Dr. Geissler was the pediatric surgeon on call when he was born. Dr. Geissler did such a marvelous job that my son can live a normal, functional life when many other patients with the same deformities have problems into their adulthood. I was a teen mother on Medicaid & scared for my son’s diagnosis & I cannot emphasize enough how patient & informative Dr. Geissler was with me; he made sure I understood how to care for my son post operatively. I could have not wished my son’s life in better hands. 12 years later & I still cannot think or speak about this man without tearing up. He’s an angel on earth.

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Thank you for saving my daughter life Rosemary Perez. Grate surgeon and wonderful person ????

Dr. Geissler change the life of my child. I am an ER physician and my wife is a neurologist. My child suffered from extreme difficultly having bowel movements, severe abdominal pain, and massive distention ever sence she was 2 weeks old. We went to 3 pediatricians and 3 pediactric GI specialists. After extensive work including colonoscopy, biopsies, and imaging, we still were not able to identify the cause of her suffering. I heard of Dr. Geissler because of the excellent care he provided to my friend's child who was diagnosed with cancer. I decided to reach out to him for help. He was very thorough, compassionate, and truly caring. He was genuine, patient, meticulous, confident, humble, and a master at his art. He truely is a class act and the kind of doctor that other physians admire and are inspired by. What stood out immediately was how he carries himself with dignity and treats others with dignity. He decided to re-evaluate my little girl in the operating room and discovered the subtle cause of her issue. The issue that evaded us for so long! He surgically corrected it right then and there! From that day forward my childs life has been turning around. He thanked me for allowing him to treat my child. I can't describe the feeling of being free from the constant stress and concern that the whole family was living with for two years. Not having to see my child suffer Anymore is something that can't be put into words. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Geissler, and grateful to God that that he led us to him. As a young physician myself, he is the example of the physician I strive to be. Dr. Geissler change the life of my child. I am an ER physician and my wife is a neurologist. My child suffered from extreme difficultly having bowel movements, severe abdominal pain, and massive distention ever sence she was 2 weeks old. We … More

I traveled with my husband and family from Chicago, IL to Tampa, FL to have Dr. Grant Geissler perform the Nuss procedure on my fourteen-year-old son. Dr. Geissler worked with Dr. Donald Nuss, who developed this minimally invasive procedure for pectus excavatum. I am a nurse and worked with Dr. Geissler in surgery for many years in the Chicago area before he moved to Tampa. I have witnessed his excellence in surgery firsthand. There is no one that I would recommend more highly as a pediatric surgeon. When Dr. Geissler left our area, we were left without an equivalent pediatric surgeon to replace his tremendous skill level and compassionate care for children. When I found out through a CT scan of my son’s chest that his sternum was displacing and compressing his right atrium and right ventricle, I knew that my son would be in good hands with Dr. Geissler. My son had his Nuss procedure today. Even though he is still sleeping off the anesthetics right now, he has already verbalized to me several times with how relieved and pleased he is with the results of his surgery. Dr. Geissler and the BayCare medical staff were attentive to detail in preparedness for possible complications, which was comforting. Yet I knew that none of those extra measures would be needed because of Dr. Geissler’s surgical skills. Thank you, Dr. Geissler for your attention to detail, for your compassionate care, and for doing what you do best...performing excellent pediatric surgery. Thank you for taking such good care of my son. I traveled with my husband and family from Chicago, IL to Tampa, FL to have Dr. Grant Geissler perform the Nuss procedure on my fourteen-year-old son. Dr. Geissler worked with Dr. Donald Nuss, who developed this minimally invasive procedure … More

Dr.Geissler did a wonderful job on my daughter's surgery. The whole process was explained to me start to finish and the outcome was above my expectations. His bedside manners and compassion for his patients is outstanding. I truly believe that he saved her life. I wish I could give more than five stars, great job dr. geissler!!!! Thank you again..HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Dr.Geissler did a wonderful job on my daughter's surgery. The whole process was explained to me start to finish and the outcome was above my expectations. His bedside manners and compassion for his patients is outstanding. I truly believe … More

Dr. Grant Geissler paid special attention to my daughter’s condition, medical history and test results. I am sure that he saved her life! He chose to sacrifice an afternoon off (much needed I’m sure) to scrub in and give my daughter the medical help she so desperately needed. He was so kind and friendly. Dr. Geissler explained everything in great detail before surgery and after. I’m just so grateful for every bit of attentiveness, skill and expertise he gave to Lily???????? Dr. Grant Geissler paid special attention to my daughter’s condition, medical history and test results. I am sure that he saved her life! He chose to sacrifice an afternoon off (much needed I’m sure) to scrub in and give my daughter the … More

Absolutely loved Dr. Geissler. Amazing bedside manner. On the initial consultation he took the time to talk to my daughter about her interests and listened to our family history and everything we had already done. Highly recommend. Wonderful doctor and human being all around.

After being refferred by Winter Haven Hospital for a emergency appendectomy at St. Joseph's Children's hospital. My wife and I were very nervous about the surgery. My son is 4 and this was the last thing we both wanted. Once introduced to Dr. Geissler our worries faded away. His calm and friendly conversation had my wife and I feeling we made the right decision choosing him. He sat post surgury with us both and took 15 minutes explaining the entire procedure. We are so thankful for his services, he truly made us feel like we where a priority and not just another number. After being refferred by Winter Haven Hospital for a emergency appendectomy at St. Joseph's Children's hospital. My wife and I were very nervous about the surgery. My son is 4 and this was the last thing we both wanted. Once introduced to … More

I brought my 5yr old daughter into St.. Josephs Children's Hospital with a belly pain that has been going on for 4 days. I got tired of going to useless places and upset because my daughter was in a very excruciating pain. Walked into the ER, once we got all the test and imaging results back we was told that my daughter had a ruptured apendix. They started her on antibiotics. The next morning my daughter has a surgery scheduled with Dr. Geissler. He was the most attentive and most professional surgeon I have ever met. He explained everything he was going to do in the surgery and in details. After surgery he explained how it went and what he did and what was the next step to my daughters recovery. After that day he came almost everyday to check up on my daughter. I was blessed to have such a great human being and such a talented surgeon to treat my daughter. He is one surgeon I will always trust to treat anyone of my children. Thank you! Dr. Geissler for saving my daughters life. God bless you for your great ????. We was blessed with his presence ???? ❤. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!????‍⚕️ I brought my 5yr old daughter into St.. Josephs Children's Hospital with a belly pain that has been going on for 4 days. I got tired of going to useless places and upset because my daughter was in a very excruciating pain. Walked into the … More

Dr. Grant Geissler, MD at St Joseph hospital in Tampa is amazing. My family went on vacation and our daughter had a really bad stomach ache and we took her to the ER and she was Diagnosed with Appendicitis. Dr. Grant acted quickly and took out the appendix. He’s great, he explains what he’s going to do before he does it in great detail and after surgery he explained how to deal with the surgery post op. Thank you so much, you saved my Daughters life. I will forever be thankful that it happened where there was a doctor so experienced. Thank you so much, I can’t say it enough. Dr. Grant Geissler, MD at St Joseph hospital in Tampa is amazing. My family went on vacation and our daughter had a really bad stomach ache and we took her to the ER and she was Diagnosed with Appendicitis. Dr. Grant acted quickly and took … More

Dr. Grant Geissler, I can’t thank you enough for all you did for us when my daughter was in the SJH Children’s Hospital ER in January 2021. You kindness, knowledge and expertise kept us calm as we were getting the diagnosis. The way that you spoke to my daughter and kept her part of the conversation of what the surgery would entail made her feel more comfortable and strong. Again I can’t thank you and all those at SJH Children’s that were taking care of her during our stay enough for all you did. You’re an exceptional surgeon and I’m so grateful that you were there. SJH is lucky to have you and we were blessed for you to be our surgeon. The Brock Family

When Dr Geissler resided and practiced in IL, he did my son's spleenectomy back in 2008. We owe much gratitude and thanks to him for being an exceptional surgeon. He had the procedure done not only with much success but also minimal scars. The surgery allowed my son to flourish, grow and live with no more ood transfusions. He played sports and is now in college. Thank you, The Mitchell Family

Dr. Geissler and staff are 100% over & beyond the best!From start to finish my husband and myself felt our 14 year old daughter was in the best hands of Doctor Geissler & his wonderful hospital staff! Dr. Geissler loves his work & it shows! My daughter said it best,"Mom, Dr. Geissler made such a difference in my life....for the rest of my life!" You see, Docter Geissler was a doctor referral. A pediatric surgeon advised us to see Dr. Geissler only! Surgery: remove a very large hemangioma from her back on the spine which was in the center of her back since birth. Very delicate and skilled surgery! What a blessing he has been to our daughter and our family!words can't describe how grateful we are for utilizing his talents as a kind person and skilled surgeon! 100% talent all around! Thank you Doc!Blessings to you!

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At the initial consult he was very thorough and detailed in explaining everything (belly button hernia) and what all of our options were. On Surgery day he was the same way and was sure to put our minds at ease. I even noted that he stopped to sincerely thank the volunteer who was working in the waiting room. Class Act.

Doctor Geissler and his staff are very focused on the child. They made my daughter feel like she had a say and was important. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Dr. Geissler is very knowledgeable and explains things fully and in an easy to understand manner.

Dr. Geissler saved my sons life on Thursday February 20, 2020. My son was airlifted from another hospital in central Florida after his appendix was ruptured. Dr. Geisller walked thru each step of the procedure and put us at ease. He even told us about him being a father and stating that’s what parents do for each other. I’m so glad we we’re flown to this hospital and to my sons guardian angel. Being from Buffalo thousands of miles away from home your scared you feel helpless but Dr. Geissler helped subdue all those fears. Dr. Geissler saved my sons life on Thursday February 20, 2020. My son was airlifted from another hospital in central Florida after his appendix was ruptured. Dr. Geisller walked thru each step of the procedure and put us at ease. He even … More

He helped my daughter and saved her. He's awesome.

Excellent staff and excellent nurse practitioners and the Dr was excellent also! he help explained what was going on with our child and we never felt rushed. After our visit was done our son was able to pick out a toy from the treasure box! He loved that. Thanks you

Dr Geissler is an amazing surgeon. He literally saved my child’s life. He is very analytical and considers each possible outcome before coming up with a plan of action. He really cares about his patients & their family. I can’t say enough good things about the care we received.

I knew my daughter was in the best care with Dr. Geissler. She had pectus excavatum surgery with the Nuss procedure, as well as bar removal later. He took so much time to explain everything to us and answer our questions. He just acts like there's no one else in the world waiting for him, but I know that's not true! He is also very humble and takes into consideration patient concerns. It's a surgery you definitely want someone to do who has been around the block.

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Dr. Geisler performed the NUSS procedure on my son a couple of years ago and he has since had the second surgery to remove the rod. Dr. Geisler is an amazing doctor, extremely talented, knowledgeable, and passionate. We would highly recommend choosing Dr. Geisler.

In March 2014, my 11 year old daughter had an emergency appendectomy. Our pediatrician immediately suspected the appendix was the culprit, and called ahead to Lutheran General. It was a Saturday but fortunately Dr. Geissler would be the surgeon. She stated that he had the best reputation, was a highly skilled surgeon and we were in good hands. Dr Geissler is very talented, and the scar is barely there 2 1/2 years later. He was kind, with a fantastic bedside manner calming my daughter (and us).

Dr Geissler found that my son needed to have his chest corrected. He has studied to perform the nuss procedure. Dr Geissler is very knowledgable and reassuring! He has performed hundreds of these procedures as well as many different surgeries on peds. My son was reassured having Dr Geissler as his surgeon. The procedure went amazingly. Recovery was tough. Dr Geissler came in daily to check on my son. Everyone in the hospital knows and respects Dr Geissler!

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Dr. Geissler receives our highest recommendation. He is competent, confident and explains evertyhing in great detail. He puts the patient's needs and safety above all else but takes his time to answer each and every question that you or your child might have. Personable and caring, he truly takes pride in his work and the lives that he is able to impact. We worked with Dr. Geissler for 2+ years and couldn't be happier with the process, the outcome or our relationship with him.

Dr. Geissler is wonderful. He made my son and myself very comfortable. He took a tin of time explaining what was wrong and how we fix it..

Dr. Geissler is a wonderful doctor. He made our whole family so comfortable with his knowledge and experience. Dr. Geissler performed the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum on our son, who is 16. He spent extra time during the surgery to make sure everything was going to look perfect. When our son was in recovery, we could not believe the transformation of his chest. It looked like he had never had pectus excavatum! Dr. Geissler's surgical skills and artistry in the operating room are amazing.

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