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Dr. Eric Gessler, MD

Dr. Eric Gessler, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Gessler, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gessler has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

984 First Colonial Rd Ste 302 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Telehealth available

Dr. Gessler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gessler specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Gessler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gessler

4.1
17 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
76%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
6%
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1 star
18%
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very brief, rushed and not informative
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Anne G. – Sep 24, 2024
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Best Doctor Ever!
Dr. Gessler listens, gets to the root of the problem and clearly explains everything
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Loretta Dunn – Aug 13, 2023
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Observant, Well-Educated, and A Life Saver
Dr. Eric Gessler made an observation that saved me from a miserable life. I visited him for nasal polyps, and on one of my scans, outside the area of primary concern to him, he noticed a deformation of the sella turcica (bone around the pituitary gland). Also at this time, eye doctors were misdiagnosing a fading eyesight condition as macular degeneration. Long story short, I had polyp AND pituitary adenoma removal surgery by Drs. Lam and Singh in Norfolk. Everything returned to normal. Without prompt action spurred by Dr. Gessler, I'd be blind or worse. Years later, when a breathing restriction problem returned, Dr. Gessler used his surgical skills to reduce the size of my inferior turbinates - back to normal once again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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H Whelchel – Jan 31, 2022
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Excellent practitioner. Straightforward, takes time, excellent surgeon, great bedside manner. As a stage four survivor I have met with my fair share of docs, this one is a good one.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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K. Reid – Jul 15, 2020
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Dr Gressler is an amazing doctor, very professional and cares for his patients and clients. His professionalism exceeds the standards and he listens and understands his patients needs. His staff is awesome! Great team. Thank you Sir
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Antonio Bryant Gulf War Veteran – Jul 13, 2020
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I went to see Dr. Gessler about my sons recurrent ear infections. It’s a shame to see posts about the front desk staff when this review is supposed to be about Dr. Gessler and NOT the staff. I had a wonderful visit with Dr. Gessler and he immediately put me at ease about my sons surgery. I left feeling confident with the upcoming procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Chelsea – May 19, 2020
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Easy to get in the day I'd like for an appt. Front desk is always helpful on the phone. Though I personally haven't had any issues with the receptionists, I believe the could improve on there people skills a bit with others. I work with customer service and I do understand that some situations can be "trying", but a happy, helpful, smiling attitude is always the best way to go for the best experience! As for Dr Gessler, he's been everything I hoped for in an ENT. Easy to talk with and understand and he trys to be as helpful as he can. I would recommend him to anyone. I got ear tubes put in and the surgical unit was awesome as well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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I was getting chronic sinus infections that wouldn’t go away, no matter how many rounds of antibiotics. Dr. Gessler suggested sinus surgery and he did an excellent job of explaining exactly how it would go. Dr. Gessler’s bedside manner in the office and at the surgery center was amazing. At no point did I feel I didn’t understand what was going on or what the next step was. I see poor ratings for other staff of this office, which I don’t understand. The ladies at the front desk have been great.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jaime Cox in Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 19, 2019
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Dr Gessler has a wonderful personality and really takes his time listening to concerns, explaining his thought process, and making even the little patients (my son is 5) feel important. His staff at the front desk was helpful, understanding, and kind as well. I highly recommend Dr Gessler because he is phenomenal!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Rhianon Growney in Portsmouth, VA – Mar 13, 2018
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Horrible front desk service. Didn't have my physical health insurance card. Couldn't be seen. No wiggle room at all. I haven't carrtied my card in years. I just give my numbers. Nope. Not here. Lady closed sliding glass door. See ya!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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VIRGINIA BEACH – Dec 19, 2017
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Dr. Gessler listened to me, and really thought through as to what could be the cause of my issues. He did not rush through my appointment and had an awesome "bed side manor".. We discussed my choices and I felt like he took my concerns seriously. I have a list of other things I need to see him for, and I would definitely recommend Dr. Gessler to my friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Honoree Pellerin in Norfolk, VA – Jul 01, 2017
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Dr Gessler was fine, but I will never step foot in his office again due to the front office staff. They are condescending and lack any sort of kindness or concern for any patient I observed walk in during the hour and a half that I waited to be seen. I have never seen such rudeness that I watched from those two women to so many elderly patients. I was appalled. Women like that should not be in any kind of profession involving the public, much less sick patients.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Gwen W in Virginia Beach, VA – Dec 12, 2016
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Really wonderful physician who listened. Great 'bedside' manner, courteous, kind, and explained what he was going to do. Follow ups just as concerned and caring as the first visit. Highly recommend Dr. Gessler.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Moo in Virginia Beach, VA – Nov 04, 2016
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Excellent character and charisma,I was comfortable the whole time with him.I had a surgery which was pleasant and as smooth as silk.Truly appreciated Mr.Gesslers or should I say Dr.Gesslers care into providing a quick and painless surgery for me and being as prompt and punctual as possible.I would reccomend him to anyone who is lucky enough to come across this man.Even though he his busy,he makes time for his patients individual needs and cares about them and remembers them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Sam N W in Virginia Beach, VA – Apr 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I feel strongly that listening to my patients is the most important aspect of the patient-provider relationship. Taking time to educate my patients about their disease is next. Patients should be empowered to understand and embrace their disease....read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Allergy & Immunology

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Otolaryngology

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Naval Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
  • University Of Florida - B.s. Chemistry

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Gessler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Coastal Ear Nose and Throat Surgeons984 First Colonial Rd Ste 302 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
    1

    Practice

    Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune, NC 28547
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

      2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
      Virginia Beach, VA 23456
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

      1060 First Colonial Rd
      Virginia Beach, VA 23454
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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