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Timothy Geiger, MD, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Nashville, TN

Timothy Geiger MD

Colon & Rectal Surgery•Nashville, TN

Professor of Surgery, Vanderbilt University School of Medina Vice Chair, Surgical Network Strategy and Development Executive Medical Director, Surgery Patient Care Center

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  • 3601 21st Ave SNashville, TN 37232

  • Phone+1 615-322-3000

  • Fax+1 615-936-0605

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Summary

  • Dr. Timothy Geiger is a colon and rectal surgeon based in Nashville, TN. He completed his residencies in colon and rectal surgery at Lahey Clinic and in general surgery at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he also obtained his medical degree. He holds additional expertise in minimally invasive surgery, surgical oncology, and gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Geiger has contributed to several publications in renowned journals, with some focusing on patient outcomes and decision-making in surgery. Recognized as a Fellow by both the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons, he also holds a certification from CMS for Meaningful Use Stage 1. Furthermore, he has pursued a Master of Management in Health Care from Vanderbilt University.

Education & Training

  • Vanderbilt University
    Vanderbilt UniversityMMHC, Health Care Management, 2015 - 2016
  • Lahey Clinic
    Lahey ClinicResidency, Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2009 - 2010
  • University of Missouri-Columbia
    University of Missouri-ColumbiaResidency, Surgery, 2004 - 2009
  • University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
    University of Missouri-Columbia School of MedicineClass of 2004

Certifications & Licensure

  • TN State Medical License
    TN State Medical License 2010 - 2027
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
    American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Surgery
    American Board of Surgery Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification StarPanel, Vanderbilt University, 2012, 2015-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification StarPanel, Vanderbilt University, 2012, 2015-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification BI-Clinical, CitiusTech, Inc., 2012, 2015-2017

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • An Enhanced Recovery Program in Colorectal Surgery Is Associated with Decreased Organ Level Rates of Complications: A Difference-in-Differences Analysis  
    Alexander T Hawkins, Adam B King, Warren S Sandberg, Timothy M Geiger, Jonathan P Wanderer, Matthew D McEvoy, Roberta L Muldoon, M Benjamin Hopkins, Molly M Ford, Roge..., Surgical Endoscopy

Press Mentions

  • Presurgery Consults with Patients Using 3D Models Improve Shared Decision-Making and Reduce Anxiety
    Presurgery Consults with Patients Using 3D Models Improve Shared Decision-Making and Reduce AnxietyJune 9th, 2025
  • Only Half of Young Cancer Patients Report a Discussion on Fertility Preservation
    Only Half of Young Cancer Patients Report a Discussion on Fertility PreservationNovember 12th, 2024
  • Spann, Geiger Move into New Surgical Sciences Leadership Roles
    Spann, Geiger Move into New Surgical Sciences Leadership RolesFebruary 2nd, 2023

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