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Chris was on the staff of Signature Healthcare in Brockton as an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He formerly was on the staff at Tufts Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University, and attended medical school at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He played rugby throughout his academic career, and went on to play semi-professional rugby with the Mystic River Rugby Club.
Chris was a sports enthusiast, with season tickets to the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. His favorite thing to do was to take his family to those games as well as to Boston Bruins and Celtics games. He could often be seen at AMC theaters with the boys at every new release.especially Marvel movies. He was very active and could be found working out at Peter Welch Gym in South Boston several days a week.
He was an amazing advocate for his younger son, who is on the autism spectrum. Their magical bond will never be broken, not even in death.
Chris's wit, intelligence and loving personality will be missed by all who knew him.
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Oliver silva
May 13, 2025
My deepest condolences to his family and friends Dr Geary was a wonderful doctor he did my knee surgery and my shoulder surgery he was very friendly and always gave that firm hand shake that had meaning we had some good laughs every time I went to see him at signature health care rest in peace you´ll be missed by all
Michael Iannantuoni
February 9, 2025
I guess many had a similar story. He did a few things for me , reattached my bicep tendon, clean out my shoulders a few times and cut back those clavicles lol. well I was so saddened to hear he had passed. Always had a great bedside manner and we someone I could converse with about almost anything... Very sorry for your loss to his his family.... sad. still haven't found a replacement
Paula Hornbostel
February 7, 2025
Thinking of "Geary" today, more than year after his passing. He always made me laugh and was a close friend with one of my roommates at college. So very sorry for your loss. It is hard to believe he is not with us. He had a quick wit and was super smaaht. I wish we could go back to those college days for a bit. senidngin you instead my condolences. He was a truly good guy.
Geraldine
November 26, 2024
Dr Geary repaired my torn rotator cuff in 2016 at Tufts. He was such a wonderful guy. I recently reinjured my arm and looked him up to see if he was still working in the area, and was absolutely shocked to see that he had passed away! Such a funny, vibrant person. My deepest condolences to his family and colleagues: please know that he made such a difference in so many lives.
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Roland and Angel Santos
November 20, 2024
Dr Geary did an amazing reverse appliance surgery to save my wifes shoulder at Tufts in Boston. Roland and Angel Santos
Danielle
October 23, 2024
Hi Chris well Dr Geary was my shoulder Dr at signature..I just heard yesterday if his passing..I'm very sorry to hear of his passing.last yr he did my shoulder surgery and was amazing Dr...he was always very friendly and always gave me a firm handshake when I was leaving..just a great guy..again,very sorry for your loss
Bob Penn
July 17, 2024
I was one of Chris’s high school football coaches. He was bigger as a freshman than he was as a senior so he was a lineman - although he looked more like a marathon runner by then! Chris never asked to switch positions and never backed away from an opponent. He played where he felt his teammates needed him most.
His nickname was “Tex” because his family had lived in Texas for 1year!
He was at the same time the smartest and funniest player I ever coached, and although I was supposed to be the “tough” coach he always found a way to make me laugh
If a coach is lucky you get the opportunity to have someone like “Tex” as a player and the a friend. I have many wonderful memories of him and I consider myself blessed to have shared what he would say was a part of his life that he thoroughly enjoyed.
Rest in peace Chris - it was an honor and privilege to have shared the field with you.
Coach Penn
Karen Adams
July 12, 2024
His smile and kindness,and caring how the patient felt. He did a wonderful job with my surgery. I am 100% back to me. I will not forget him. My condolences to the family.
Declan O'Riordan
July 12, 2024
So sorry to hear of Chris passing. I was fortunate enough to play rugby with him for a few years at Mystic River. He was the young kid just coming in from Harvard and probably 140 lbs soaking wet but he definitely threw himself into contact. A great guy, fully committed to everything he did without taking himself too seriously. Always fun and a good time when playing or hanging out with Chris. My sympathy to Leigh and the whole family. Taken way too young and will be missed by all.
Eric Carter
June 30, 2024
I worked with Chris when we were undergrads at bar called The Bow and Arrow. He was kind, funny, hard working and it's not at all surprising he became a surgeon. I was shocked and saddened to hear the news. My condolences to his family and friends.
Philip Kelton
June 24, 2024
Chris was a classmate of mine at Greenhill School (Addison, TX) in 8th grade. Got to know him in a couple of classes we took together. Guy was absolutely hilarious and ferociously smart. Loved hanging with him, then he left (family relocation back East) and we lost touch. I was curious where he was and am saddened to find out about his passing here. He was a gift to anyone he befriended. Sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
michael iannantuoni
April 18, 2024
Chris was my ortho for the last 20 years and always made me feel confident in my treatment! I was just trying to
Make and appt for shots in my shoulder yet again ! Very very sad news ! Thought of him as a friend
Mark Petrini
April 15, 2024
Chris and I were med school classmates at Columbia. He was kind to everyone, very funny, and a great doctor, and I´m sorry that he´s gone.
Laura Snydman
February 28, 2024
Yesterday a patient of mine told me about Chris´s passing and I couldn´t believe it and immediately had to google it to make sure she was right. I didn´t know Chris that well, but we were colleagues at Tufts for over 15 years and he performed surgery on a number of my patients. I first met Chris when I was a 3rd year medical student on my surgery clerkship and he was either a 4th year Ortho resident or chief resident and I´ll always remember how hilarious he was. Definitely always lightened the mood when he was with "his peeps."
Dr. Alexios Apazidis
February 18, 2024
Chris told me don´t shave before a match. Use your rough beard and chin to attack opposing props in the scrum. Strangely, somehow never forgot that.
Wanda Ramos
February 14, 2024
I am so shocked and very sad about the passing of Dr.Geary. I worked at Tufts Medical Center for 7 years running his practice as his assistant. Such a great person over all, great friend, boss, co-worker and a fabulous family man. Prayers for his family and friends. RIP Chris. Another angel gone so soon.
Karen Sabbag
February 14, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are with you all at this very sad and difficult time. Chris will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. Love you all, Karen Sabbag
PAULHESS,CRNA
February 14, 2024
So sad to hear,I was a patient and I worked with Chris at Tufts for years! Rest in Peace Chris.Such a great person.
PAULHESS CRNA
WEYMOUTH Ma.
Ellen Nason
February 13, 2024
Leigh, I'm shocked and saddened to hear this. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your boys. I remember how happy the two of you were when it leaked out that you were getting married! Chris was a fabulous surgeon and an even nicer gentleman. May he rest in peace and may you and your boys somehow find comfort in your memories. Ellen Nason
Missy
February 13, 2024
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Geary. His passing has brought extreme sadness to our Orthopedic family. I keep thinking I´m gonna see him flying into the office in the morning (running late lol) with his backpack and big bag of food and drinks for the day. I will miss seeing him in his office with his feet up on the desk (in his pink sneakers) dictating his notes. Every Wednesday he would go to Whites Bakery and bring us back goodies after lunch. He was always sharing stories and showing us videos and pictures of Kellan you could see how much he loved his little boy. My heart goes out to his family. He will forever be missed RIP Dr. Geary
Nancy Hill
February 13, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. Sending family prayers and strength at this time. Fly high with the Angels
Ben Frickel
February 13, 2024
Chris was a sincere, hard-working, and witty person who I am glad I had the opportunity to know. As our hooker he kept my ears warm on many a cold morning, and as a leader he pushed me further than I could ever take myself alone. Godspeed, Chris.
Duella Monti
February 12, 2024
I met Dr Geary last year as a patient. He was so kind and gentle. I remember he had a good sense of humor as I was scared to death. He put me at ease. He helped my husband a few times also. I´m shocked and saddened by this . God please bless him and his family and friends at this difficult time.
Lorilee Carroll
February 12, 2024
I meet Dr. Geary while attending an appointment with my son who has EDS. Dr. Geary was so understanding to my son and his needs. We will deeply miss him.
Barbara Connor
February 12, 2024
My heart goes out to all of you. Love and prayers.
Melissa DeMayo
February 11, 2024
Please, accept my condolences to Dr. Geary's family and close friends. We, his colleagues at Signature Healthcare, are simply devastated by his passing, and our Orthopedics Team is experiencing deep loss. Personally, as his patient, I am grateful for his compassion, knowledge, skill and trustworthiness and beyond thankful for new shoulder he built for me.
May his memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Melissa DeMayo, VP Quality, CQO
Signature Healthcare
Jesse Bolton
February 10, 2024
This is absolutely terrible news. I´m sure he wouldn´t remember me but I remember what a kind and hilarious person he was. I was a terrible B side rugby player but for a couple of our games he subbed in as prop and did everything he could make the newer players feel appreciated.
Virginia Chase
February 10, 2024
He was a great surgeon. I've been going to him the past 4yrs.was going to do my left shoulder this Monday coming up
RIP DR.GEARY
Brian Hanley
February 10, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dr. Geary´s passing. I was a patient of his years ago and he did my surgery after a bad bike crash. I told him during my consult visit about a big race that I had planned that I was worried about missing and he said "Don´t worry, I´ll get you there." and he did. I´ll always be thankful for that, my sincere condolences to his family.
James Kryzanski
February 10, 2024
I played Rugby at Harvard with Chris and was also a colleague at Tufts. He's a few years older and, when I was a freshman rugger, he nicknamed me "Swerski" after a character in the SNL "Bears Fans" skits. In the fall of Freshman year I played in my first A-side matches with him. When I scored my first A-side try he was the first to congratulate me... grabbing me and shouting "Swerski, you did it!" Makes me laugh 35 years later. I'm sorry for your loss.
Jean Kessler
February 10, 2024
I had the pleasure of working with Dr Geary for 3 years as his surgical scheduler. We developed a close bond and became the best of friends. I loved his sense of humor. He always shared pictures and stories of his family, videos as well. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So vey sorry for your loss.
Jean Kessler
February 10, 2024
I am so very sorry for the loss of Dr Geary whom I had the pleasure of working with for the last 3 years as his surgical scheduler at SMG. He always shared pictures and stories of his family. I will miss him dearly. We became the best of friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jean
Michael McGrail
February 10, 2024
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Chris´ passing. I have known him for years from the workouts at PWG. He always had a big hello, a smile and a joke to share. I will miss seeing him there. My sincere condolences to his family. Mike McGrail
Ann Dempsey
February 9, 2024
I was a brand new PA when Chris was an intern. He was smart and hilarious. I used to love being on call with him. I remember a lot of frozen yogurt and Mountain Dew. We had lost touch over the years except for Facebook, where I loved seeing his pictures with Kellan. The last time I saw Chris I was just lucky to run into him. I asked how Kellan was. He said "awesome. He's my best friend."
You will be missed. May you rest in peace.
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