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Board Certification
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American Board of Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Sub: Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology)
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Grimmer for his clinical competence, thorough explanations, and patient, caring bedside manner—especially with children—leaving many feeling heard, reassured, and confident in his recommendations. Commenters note he takes time to discuss risks and thought process, involves families in decisions, and is trusted as a surgeon. A minority of reviews raise concerns about gaps in pre-procedure communication (such as not being told a procedure might not occur), limited explanation of complex genetic terms, and occasional staff or trainee interactions that made children uncomfortable.
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4.8
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79 reviews
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The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery
-Professor Pediatrics -Adjunct Professor |
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Sub: Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology)
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Philosophy - Brigham Young University | B.A. |
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| Professional Medical | Medicine - Albert Einstein College of Medicine | M.D. |
| Fellowship | Pathology - Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Fellow |
| Internship | General Surgery - University of Michigan | Intern |
| Residency | Otolaryngology - University of Michigan | Resident |
| Fellowship | Pediatric Otolaryngology - Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Henslee SB, Wooderchak-Donahue WL, Grimmer JF, Szankasi P, Bolia A, Frigerio A, Stevenson DA, Flores Daboub JA, Bayrak-Toydemir (2026). Molecular Characterization of Vascular Anomalies Tissues Guides Clinical Diagnosis. Lymphatic research and biology, 15578585251391569.
- Eyring JB, Allen WP, Bayazid LO, Hemeyer BM, Walker S, Orb QT, Grimmer JF, Rampton J, Meier J (2025). Value of Imaging Measurements in Micrognathia-Related Fetal Airway Obstruction Within a Fetal Center. The Laryngoscope, 135(1), 393-401.
- Bellamkonda N, Grimmer J (2025). Preoperative Rehearsal in the Removal of an Airway Foreign Body in a Preterm Septic Neonate. Case reports in otolaryngology, 2025, 8812622.
- Eyring JB, Nielson C, Meder M, Mehrhoff C, Grimmer J (2025). Trends in papillary thyroid carcinoma among U.S. Youth ages 10-19: A SEER database analysis. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 195, 112445.
- Dunya G, Dance L, Grimmer J (2023). Comparing ATA guidelines vs TI-RADS for evaluation of pediatric thyroid lesions. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 164, 111411.
- Grimmer JF, Hoffman MR, Iyer RR, Brockmeyer D (2023). Combined transnasal/transoral endoscopic odontoid resection in pediatric patients: Otolaryngologic considerations to airway management, endoscopic exposure, and complication management. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 164, 111372.
- Iyer RR, Grimmer JF, Brockmeyer D (2021). Endoscopic transnasal/transoral odontoid resection in children: results of a combined neurosurgical and otolaryngological protocolized, institutional approach. Journal of neurosurgery. Pediatrics, 1-8.
- Prussin AJ, Babajanian E, Error M, Grimmer JF, Ku J, McRae B, Meier J, Thiesset H, Skirko J (2021). Radiofrequency Ablation vs Electrocautery Blinded Randomized Trial: Impact on Clinically Meaningful Outcomes. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 164(6), 1186-1192.
- Flores Daboub JA, Grimmer JF, Frigerio A, Wooderchak-Donahue W, Arnold R, Szymanski J, Longo N, Bayrak-Toydemir (2020). Parkes Weber syndrome associated with two somatic pathogenic variants in RASA1. Cold Spring Harbor molecular case studies, 6(4),
- Duval M, Meier J, Asfour F, Jackson D, Grimmer JF, Muntz HR, Park A (2016). Association between follicular tracheitis and gastroesophageal reflux. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 82, 8-11.
- Barneck MD, Webb JT, Robinson RE, Grimmer J (2016). Flow dynamics in pediatric rigid bronchoscopes using computer-aided design modeling software. The Laryngoscope, 126(8), 1940-5.
- Chun R, Jabbour N, Balakrishnan K, Bauman N, Darrow DH, Elluru R, Grimmer JF, Perkins J, Richter G, Shin (2016). Education on, Exposure to, and Management of Vascular Anomalies During Otolaryngology Residency and Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 142(7), 648-51.
- Duval M, Grimmer JF, Meier J, Muntz HR, Park A (2015). The effect of age on pediatric tympanoplasty outcomes: a comparison of preschool and older children. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 79(3), 336-41.
- Elluru RG, Friess MR, Richter GT, Grimmer JF, Darrow DH, Shin JJ, Perkins J (2015). Multicenter Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Systemic Propranolol in the Treatment of Airway Hemangiomas. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 153(3), 452-60.
- Balakrishnan K, Bauman N, Chun RH, Darrow DH, Grimmer JF, Perkins JA, Richter GT, Shin JJ, Shivaram GM, Sidell DR, Elluru R (2015). Standardized outcome and reporting measures in pediatric head and neck lymphatic malformations. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 152(5), 948-53.
- Duval M, Tarasidis G, Grimmer JF, Muntz HR, Park AH, Smith M, Asfour F, Meier (2015). Role of operative airway evaluation in children with recurrent croup: a retrospective cohort study. Clinical otolaryngology, 40(3), 227-33.
- Frigerio A, Wright K, Wooderchak-Donahue W, Tan OT, Margraf R, Stevenson DA, Grimmer JF, Bayrak-Toydemir (2015). Genetic Variants Associated with Port-Wine Stains. PloS one, 10(7), e0133158.
- Meier JD, Grimmer J (2014). Evaluation and management of neck masses in children. American family physician, 89(5), 353-8.
- Colletti G, Frigerio A, Giovanditto F, Biglioli F, Chiapasco M, Grimmer J (2014). Surgical treatment of vascular malformations of the facial bones. Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery, 72(7), 1326.e1-18.
- Givens DJ, Buchmann LO, Agarwal AM, Grimmer JF, Hunt J (2014). BRAF V600E does not predict aggressive features of pediatric papillary thyroid carcinoma. The Laryngoscope, 124(9), E389-93.
- Siegel DH, Shieh JTC, Kwon EK, Baselga E, Blei F, Cordisco M, Dobyns WB, Duffy KJ, Garzon MC, Gibbs DL, Grimmer JF, Hayflick SJ, Krol AL, Kwok PY, Lorier R, Matter A, McWeeney S, Metry D, Mitchell S, Pope E, Santoro JL, Stevenson DA, Bayrak-Toydemir P, Wilmot B, Worthey EA, Frieden IJ, Drolet BA, Broeckel (2013). Copy number variation analysis in 98 individuals with PHACE syndrome. The Journal of investigative dermatology, 133(3), 677-684.
- Crockett DJ, Meier JD, Wilson KF, Grimmer J (2013). Treatment of oral cavity venous malformations with the Nd:YAG laser using the underwater technique. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 149(6), 954-6.
- Parikh SR, Darrow DH, Grimmer JF, Manning SC, Richter GT, Perkins J (2013). Propranolol use for infantile hemangiomas: American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology Vascular Anomalies Task Force practice patterns. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 133(3), 677-684.
- Drolet BA, Pope E, Juern AM, Sato T, Howell B, Puttgen KB, Lara-Corrales I, Gilliam A, Mancini A, Powell J, Siegel D, Metry D, Stevenson DA, Grimmer JF, Frieden I (2012). Gastrointestinal bleeding in infantile hemangioma: a complication of segmental, rather than multifocal, infantile hemangiomas. The Journal of pediatrics, 160(6), 1021-6.e3.
- Grimmer JF, Williams MS, Pimentel R, Mineau G, Wood GM, Bayrak-Toydemir P, Stevenson D (2012). Hemangioma is associated with atopic disease. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 146(2), 206-9.
- Frigerio A, Stevenson DA, Grimmer J (2012). The genetics of vascular anomalies. Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery, 20(6), 527-32.
- Mitchell S, Siegel DH, Shieh JT, Stevenson DA, Grimmer JF, Lewis T, Metry D, Frieden I, Blei F, Kayserili H, Drolet BA, Bayrak-Toydemir (2012). Candidate locus analysis for PHACE syndrome. American journal of medical genetics. Part A, 158A(6), 1363-7.
- Wooderchak-Donahue W, Stevenson DA, McDonald J, Grimmer JF, Gedge F, Bayrak-Toydemir (2012). RASA1 analysis: Clinical and molecular findings in a series of consecutive cases. European journal of medical genetics, 55(2), 91-95.
- Willis MW, Bonkowsky JL, Srivastava R, Grimmer J (2011). Usefulness of airway evaluation in infants initially seen with an apparent life-threatening event. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 137(4), 359-62.
- Grimmer JF, Williams MS, Pimentel R, Mineau G, Wood GM, Bayrak-Toydemir P, Stevenson D (2011). Familial clustering of hemangiomas. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 137(8), 757-60.
- Kimball SJ, Park AH, Rollins MD 2nd, Grimmer JF, Muntz (2010). A review of esophageal disc battery ingestions and a protocol for management. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 136(9), 866-71.
- Yorgason JG, Park AH, Sturgill N, Grimmer JF, Alder S (2010). The role of intraoperative auditory brainstem response testing for infants and difficult-to-test children. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 142(1), 36-40.
- Grimmer JF, Herway S, Hawkins JA, Park AH, Kouretas P (2009). Long-term results of innominate artery reimplantation for tracheal compression. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 135(1), 80-4.
- Atkin JS, Grimmer JF, Hedlund G, Park A (2009). Cochlear abnormalities associated with enlarged vestibular aqueduct anomaly. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 73(12), 1682-5.
- Grimmer JF, Hedlund (2007). Vestibular symptoms in children with enlarged vestibular aqueduct anomaly. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 71(2), 275-82.
- Poe DS, Grimmer JF, Metson (2007). Laser eustachian tuboplasty: two-year results. The Laryngoscope, 117(2), 231-7.
- Rahbar R, Grimmer JF, Vargas SO, Robson CD, Mack JW, Perez-Atayde AR, Marcus KJ, Grier HE, Healy GB, McGill T (2006). Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the parotid gland in children: A 10-year experience. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 132(4), 375-80.
- Grimmer JF, Mulliken JB, Burrows PE, Rahbar (2006). Radiofrequency ablation of microcystic lymphatic malformation in the oral cavity. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 132(11), 1251-6.
- Grimmer JF, Gunnlaugsson CB, Alsberg E, Murphy HS, Kong HJ, Mooney DJ, Weatherly R (2004). Tracheal reconstruction using tissue-engineered cartilage. Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery, 130(10), 1191-6.
- Wang W, Grimmer JF, Van De Water TR, Lufkin (2004). Hmx2 and Hmx3 homeobox genes direct development of the murine inner ear and hypothalamus and can be functionally replaced by Drosophila Hmx. Developmental cell, 7(3), 439-53.
Book Chapter
- Grimmer JF, Jakubowski (2016). Bronchoscopy. 225-32.
- Grimmer J (2012). Congenital Masses in the Neck.
God bless him and long life to him [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Grimmer was very kind and knowledgeable. He gave wonderful care to my medically complex child.
He was very good to my son.
Appointment felt rushed and impersonal. Concerns were brushed over. I left feeling like I needed to get a second opinion.
Great listener and very helpful!
Dr. Grimmer personally made us feel comfortable with the procedure and took excellent care of our daughter.
Dr. Grimmer was professional, genuine and sincere. He was awesome.
He is a great man.You do everything good
Fantastic provider. He speaks to both our daughter and us (the parents) in a kind and unthreatening manner. He is gentle and personable. He is great! And his staff js wonderful. We would not consider going anywhere else.
Was able to help with our issue. Answered all questions, and resolved all concerns during the visit. We would be happy to see him again if we have any further needs with ENT.
He's great
He was excellent in examining my daughter and explained her condition to me in detail, what she was suffering from and what procedure he would perform. This made me feel reassured about my daughter's health condition. [TRANSLATED]
Very good [TRANSLATED]
No BS straight to the point. Very helpful and courteous. 10/10 great doctor.
He is a very good doctor, you can see that he knows what he is doing. [TRANSLATED]
Very kind and good explanation. [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Grimmer was thorough in his examination, being willing to investigate further when I brought up some concerns and questions. He treated my son respectfully, and I felt heard and understood. I felt like he and I made decisions together about future care, and that he would take good care of us moving forward!
Very professional. Excellent doctor. [TRANSLATED]
I think he is a great surgeon, very nice man, he was exceptionally great to my child [NAME REMOVED], and I thank him with all my heart.
Dr. Grimmer answered our questions and concerns and was very thorough in his explanation About what to expect. He was also clear that he may not be the surgeon on the day of treatment and explained who might do the procedure. The open and honest discussion insures there are no surprises on surgery day. I respect that approach.
Dr. Grimmer is a fantastic doctor. I believe he has my child's best interest in mind and is kind and understanding during appointments.
Dr Grimmer was fantastic. We couldnÕt have asked for a better provider for our daughterÕs ear issue. We are to thankful to Dr Grimmer and team for how well they cared for our daughter
Dr Grimmer is very compassionate caring professional , we were blessed to have him as our sons ENT surgeon!!
He is incredible!! Highly recommend
My Girl and I loved Dr Grimmer. He always gives me peace knowing that my girl is in really good care. He's been taking care of her for 15 year. Basically he is part of our family.
Dr. Grimmer is always compassionate and thorough. He has great expertise, which is why we travel to see him. His bedside manner is fantastic. Thanks for taking great care of our daughter.
We were treated with extremely well good care
Both of my kids have been treated by Dr. Grimmer for different reasons and I have been impressed with his attention and care.
Kind and efficient. This was a fast and relatively painless experience, and I had confidence in Dr. Grimmer's abilities.
Dr. Grimmer is absolutely incredible. He is so kind to us (the parents), and my child. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone!
Dr. Grimmer was very nice and understanding of our concerns. He explained everything very well. We left the clinic very happy and at ease. He's definitely an expert in his field. We recommend him to anyone that is in need of these type of services.
Dr Grimmer and staff are the best. You never wait long and they are very kind, patient and compassionate. Dr Grimmer is an amazing physician. I have recommended him many times.
He is good at what he does. But doesn't have very good bedside manner with little kids. Would love for this office to be more like the Audiology office. They do a very good job at taking time to play with the kids, let them touch the instruments until they are comfortable enough to move forward with the care.
Great. Very knowledgeable and helpful in answering our questions. We love that he collaborates with colleagues at Primary Children's and Huntsman. Top notch care.
Muy buen doctor muy atento y nos explico todo muy bien
Very informative, knowledgeable, and respectful.
He is a very good doctor. He has a very good understanding of people that have difficult health issues.
Excelente atención, siempre explicando todo de forma que yo entendiera dando respuestas a mis preguntas. Quiero agradecer por su ayuda con la salud de mi hijo desde que empezó con todo el proceso. Gracias por toda la atención
Dr. Grimmer is a very kind doctor and works great with kids
Dr Grimmer is professional, skilled, and kind. We appreciate him doing all that he could to help our situation. Thank you!
He was so kind and happy to help!
Wonderful doctor, could not ask for a more caring person
Prompt. Understanding. Knowledgeable. Personable. Really appreciated everything about my appt.
He listened to my concerns
Dr. Grimmer is the most amazing physician. I was so impressed with his bedside manner. He was so patient and kind. He explained everything so well to us and helped us to make the best decisions possible for our child. I would recommend Dr. Grimmer to anyone and everyone!
I highly recommend Dr. Grimmer. He is an amazing doctor!
Very good
He was extremely knowledgeable. I appreciate the expertise he showed in diagnosing and ordering the testing necessary to treat his medical problems
Dr Grimmer is the best
He is excellent
the doctor was knowledgeable about the rare condition that seemed to fit my child's symptoms. unlike my local pediatrician, Dr. Grimmer seemed to completely agree that she fit the pattern for periodic fevers and was happy to treat her based off of what we described.
Dr. Grimmer in the ENT division did a surgery a couple years ago and has my history. he's always very helpful
love all the staff and doctors. always makes us feel comfortable. always helpful and friendly
Dr. Grimmer is phenomenal! He listened to us, explained the procedure thoroughly and even checked on my son's tonsils for us even though we were there for an adenoidectomy. He explained and was patient when I had to ask for clarification on the procedure and after care for my son.
Dr Grimmer is fantastic. he is knowledge, kind, compassionate, and professional. thank you!
was told about treatments we can't do. was told to just wait it out
Dr. Grimmer was fantastic! He gave us a really thorough explanation about the problems and issues and made sure that we really understood everything and all of the options. He was very good at his explanations and made them easy to understand. He also seemed to really care about us and our problem. Thank you!
pa was so nice and listen. dr. he rushes in and out.
Help me make informed decisions about my daughter's health care.
fantastic thank you and I definitely let others with vascular malformations know about Dr Grimmer and his vascular malformation clinic