Jeffrey B. Geske, M.D.

Jeffrey B. Geske, M.D., is a consultant in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Geske is a cardiologist and echocardiographer who provides expert care for people with complex structural heart conditions including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, valvular heart disease, and pericardial effusion. He integrates advanced multimodality imaging to guide diagnosis and treatment decisions, helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes through individualized, evidence‑based care.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Geske is dedicated to medical education. He serves as course director for Cardiology and Vascular Medicine at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and as co‑director of the Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Board Review. His teaching has been recognized with multiple honors, including the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Dean's Distinguished Teacher Award and the Endowment for Education Research Award. "It is my goal as a Mayo Clinic cardiologist to help each patient understand their heart health and choose the care approach that best meets their individual needs," he says.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Geske provides thoughtful evaluation and advanced imaging for people with a range of heart conditions. His areas of expertise include:

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: Comprehensive evaluation using multimodality imaging and genetics to guide decision‑making on diagnosis, family screening, sudden death risk stratification, and treatment approaches.
• Valvular heart disease: Integration of imaging and clinical data to guide diagnosis and management of aortic valve, mitral valve, and tricuspid valve disease.
• Structural heart disease: Use of 3‑D echocardiography to assist in imaging‑guided cardiac interventions and complex hemodynamic assessments.
• Pericardial effusion: Diagnostic imaging and pericardiocentesis procedures for managing pericardial disease.

Research and expertise

Dr. Geske's research focuses on improving understanding and management of hypertrophic and valvular heart diseases through advanced imaging, hemodynamic analysis, and outcome trials. His work explores outcomes, noninvasive and invasive assessment methods, and evolving therapeutic strategies.

As a passionate educator, he helps train the next generation of cardiologists through his leadership in medical education and cardiovascular training. He holds board certifications in Cardiovascular Diseases from the American Board of Internal Medicine and in Adult Echocardiography from the National Board of Echocardiography. Dr. Geske completed cardiovascular disease and advanced cardiac imaging fellowships at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

Personal note

Outside of his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Geske enjoys collecting and playing retro video games. He also takes interest in repairing vintage arcade and pinball machines — a hobby that reflects his appreciation for precision, restoration, and intricate design.