
Thomas G Gessert, MD
OtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 12-21
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout
Care Philosophy
I am passionate about providing evidence-based, cutting-edge head and neck cancer care. I believe in building collaborative relationships with my patients through shared decision making.
Personal Statement
Outside of medicine, I enjoy hiking, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Clinical Interests
- Benign and malignant thyroid and parathyroid conditions
- Benign and malignant tumors of the mouth, throat, sinuses and salivary glands
- Diseases of the nose and sinuses
- Head and neck skin cancer
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Otolaryngology
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2374
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Kansas Medical Center, Head & Neck Microvascular Surgery, 2022
- Residency: University Of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics, Otolaryngology, 2021
- Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, 2016
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2022
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
129 Ratings, 44 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2026
This is the best doctor I have had the privilege to meet, very knowledgeable, and excellent surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2026
Very informative and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2026
Dr. Gessert was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and thorough, and very, very kind, and we appreciated his help. Thank you very much.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2026
I continue to be impressed with the efficiency of service while addressing my medical needs and questions with patience and sincerity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2026
Dr Gessert does a great job explaining things and letting a patient understand some very difficult information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2026
I'm good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2026
There were no issues with the visit and there was no urgency to get the appt, but both times seeing this provider I had to wait about 2 months to get the appt.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2026
It took me 15 minutes to find parking... that was the real headache
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2026
They gave me confidence that my wounds will heal & they explained things the way I could understand
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2026
Overall a good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2026
I have a lot of respect for Dr Gessert and how thorough he is the times I have seen him for follow up to my cancer treatment. 5 Stars for Dr Gessert!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2026
They took very good care of me....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2026
Always a good experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2026
The provider explained both the pros and the cons of the procedure that maybe needed in words I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2026
My care team, is some of the best I have encountered... very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2026
The whole team up there has been exceptional, knowledgeable, compassionate, very kind, and they saved my husband's life. I cannot say enough about the entire team at Bick Underson. They are wonderful. Thank you so much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2026
He was honest and didn't push surgery. I appreciate that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
Perfect visit. Excellent. Nothing was wrong about it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
The care has been very good. Doing everything digitally is more difficult for someone my age. I prefer speaking to someone directly to give precise feedback and answers to questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
Had to repeat some of the same check-in items in person that I did online.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Very pleased with the doctor. He took plenty of time explaining my options. Felt I was in very competent hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2026
great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
You always call me at the most inopportune time. I am here all day long. Don't do it at night, please. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
First time with Dr. Gessert and I trust him fully with my care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
You guys need a designated location for people to drop someone off for the clinic. People drop someone off right at the exit for the parking ramp. I was in the B parking ramp trying to exit for 15 mins. It's always so jammed up there. I suggest a traffic director and/or someone helping people parked in front of the clinic entrance, blocking traffic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr. Gessert was awesome! He was very kind and answered all of my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
It was an excellent and efficient visit. I had my questions answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
I have trusted Gundersen (Emplify) with my health care for nearly 40 years and have always been satisfied with their service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I am very thankful for Dr Gessert's skills and patient care. My quality of life has been greatly improved because of my surgery and his demeanor and patient care over these many months have been a key part of my recovery. He earns an A+ in my book!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Was glad to be able to get appointment to address concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Dr. Gessert answered all our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
The volunteer at the front desk had a bit of a challenges and when she finally had the information entered correctly, she had a bit of a pissy attitude. Used valet to park, not familiar with how that process worked, valet person was somewhat rude and pissy. Very good experience patient care wise wirh the Team. Support Services not so much!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
They are the best team a person could ask for
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
When I went to My Chart to read the physician notes, it said I had to download...why????? I clicked on download... the notes did NOT download AND they disappeared! ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Dr. Gessert and his team were caring, friendly and efficient! I felt blessed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Great facility and excellent staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
The specialist explained what the CT scans showed, the options available, and said the decision on what to do is up to me. He permitted me to ask what might or might not have been something tied to my issue. He said there was no connection with my question, but recommended me to contact my PCP to discuss this additional question further, as he should be able to give me good information to determine what to do next.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr good understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Excellent surgeon. Answered all my questions. Excellent care. Did not like the hospital staff made me leave my room and wait in the waiting room for the ride home.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr. Gessert did an amazing job explaining the situation and what to expect. Very impressed with his knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
All personnel were fine - Dr Gessert was exceptional - from start to finish - highly recommended
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
They got me in very soon .Dr.was awesome and he really seemed to care about his patience and what line of work he does as a Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Patient education or information brochures should be translated into the patient's language. Not just English. Thank you very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He explained what possibilities he was looking for as possible causes of my problem (repeated nosebleeds at mealtimes). Reassured he did not see anything untoward and suggested ways to prevent the problem in the future. He gave me his card in case it didn't help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2026
This is the best doctor I have had the privilege to meet, very knowledgeable, and excellent surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2026
Very informative and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2026
Dr. Gessert was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and thorough, and very, very kind, and we appreciated his help. Thank you very much.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2026
I continue to be impressed with the efficiency of service while addressing my medical needs and questions with patience and sincerity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2026
Dr Gessert does a great job explaining things and letting a patient understand some very difficult information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2026
I'm good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2026
There were no issues with the visit and there was no urgency to get the appt, but both times seeing this provider I had to wait about 2 months to get the appt.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2026
It took me 15 minutes to find parking... that was the real headache
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2026
They gave me confidence that my wounds will heal & they explained things the way I could understand
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2026
Overall a good visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2026
I have a lot of respect for Dr Gessert and how thorough he is the times I have seen him for follow up to my cancer treatment. 5 Stars for Dr Gessert!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2026
They took very good care of me....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2026
Always a good experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2026
The provider explained both the pros and the cons of the procedure that maybe needed in words I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2026
My care team, is some of the best I have encountered... very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2026
The whole team up there has been exceptional, knowledgeable, compassionate, very kind, and they saved my husband's life. I cannot say enough about the entire team at Bick Underson. They are wonderful. Thank you so much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2026
He was honest and didn't push surgery. I appreciate that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
Perfect visit. Excellent. Nothing was wrong about it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
The care has been very good. Doing everything digitally is more difficult for someone my age. I prefer speaking to someone directly to give precise feedback and answers to questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2026
Had to repeat some of the same check-in items in person that I did online.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Very pleased with the doctor. He took plenty of time explaining my options. Felt I was in very competent hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2026
great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
You always call me at the most inopportune time. I am here all day long. Don't do it at night, please. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
First time with Dr. Gessert and I trust him fully with my care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
You guys need a designated location for people to drop someone off for the clinic. People drop someone off right at the exit for the parking ramp. I was in the B parking ramp trying to exit for 15 mins. It's always so jammed up there. I suggest a traffic director and/or someone helping people parked in front of the clinic entrance, blocking traffic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr. Gessert was awesome! He was very kind and answered all of my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
It was an excellent and efficient visit. I had my questions answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
I have trusted Gundersen (Emplify) with my health care for nearly 40 years and have always been satisfied with their service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I am very thankful for Dr Gessert's skills and patient care. My quality of life has been greatly improved because of my surgery and his demeanor and patient care over these many months have been a key part of my recovery. He earns an A+ in my book!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Was glad to be able to get appointment to address concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Dr. Gessert answered all our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
The volunteer at the front desk had a bit of a challenges and when she finally had the information entered correctly, she had a bit of a pissy attitude. Used valet to park, not familiar with how that process worked, valet person was somewhat rude and pissy. Very good experience patient care wise wirh the Team. Support Services not so much!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
They are the best team a person could ask for
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
When I went to My Chart to read the physician notes, it said I had to download...why????? I clicked on download... the notes did NOT download AND they disappeared! ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Dr. Gessert and his team were caring, friendly and efficient! I felt blessed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Great facility and excellent staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
The specialist explained what the CT scans showed, the options available, and said the decision on what to do is up to me. He permitted me to ask what might or might not have been something tied to my issue. He said there was no connection with my question, but recommended me to contact my PCP to discuss this additional question further, as he should be able to give me good information to determine what to do next.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr good understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Excellent surgeon. Answered all my questions. Excellent care. Did not like the hospital staff made me leave my room and wait in the waiting room for the ride home.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr. Gessert did an amazing job explaining the situation and what to expect. Very impressed with his knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
All personnel were fine - Dr Gessert was exceptional - from start to finish - highly recommended
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
They got me in very soon .Dr.was awesome and he really seemed to care about his patience and what line of work he does as a Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Patient education or information brochures should be translated into the patient's language. Not just English. Thank you very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He explained what possibilities he was looking for as possible causes of my problem (repeated nosebleeds at mealtimes). Reassured he did not see anything untoward and suggested ways to prevent the problem in the future. He gave me his card in case it didn't help.