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Dr. Geoffrey Risley, MD

Dr. Geoffrey Risley, MD

Vascular Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Geoffrey Risley, MD is a vascular surgeon in Fort Walton Beach, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Risley has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Disease, Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy, and Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection. He graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Risley specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Risley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Risley

4.3

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Pat – Dec 02, 2024
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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WilliamWorkman – Feb 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 18, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 16, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jacksonville, FL – Jul 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Vera Ellen in Jacksonville, FL – Sep 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Experienced board-certified, fellowship trained vascular and endovascular surgeon. Offering expertise in the management of arterial and venous disease, hemodialysis access and chronic wounds.
  • Vascular Surgery

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  • University Of North Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of North Carolina

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of North Carolina

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

    1000 Mar Walt Dr
    Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
    Recipient of 12
    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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

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

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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