Jay Saint, COO

Meet Jay Saint, Your Dedicated COO

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As the COO of Gruber Plastic Surgery, my primary goal is to ensure that all our patients receive the highest level of care and attention. We are committed to making every patient feel like family by prioritizing their needs and concerns and providing comprehensive education about "Awake Plastic Surgery." Our mission is to uphold the highest standards in the industry, ensuring a positive and transformative experience for all our patients.
Jay Saint, COO
Chief Operating Officer

My story

Hello! I'm Jay Saint, the Chief Operating Officer at Gruber Plastic Surgery. With two decades of diverse business experience in hospitals, nursing homes, retail, professional sports, non-profits, and colleges, I bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to our practice. Here at Gruber Plastic Surgery, I ensure that every aspect of our operations runs smoothly, providing essential support to everyone, from our consultants to Dr. Gruber herself.

 

My journey with Dr. Meegan Gruber began with a profound admiration for her innovative approach to plastic surgery. Her commitment to patient safety and exceptional results through "Awake Surgery" is truly inspiring. I trust in her precision and artistry to enhance the outcomes of each procedure and restore joy and confidence in our patients' everyday lives.

 

In my spare time, I enjoy reading books on self-growth and personal development while working towards my doctorate in business administration. Helping others is my passion, and I strive to make at least one person smile every day, as confidence and a smile are the most beautiful things in life.

Awards & certifications
Awards
  • 2024
  • Newsweek Top Doctor - Plastic Surgery
  • 2024
  • Castle-Connolly Top Doctor - Plastic Surgery
  • 2023
  • RealSelf Top100 Doctor
  • ReaSelf Verified Doctor
  • 2017 -2024
  • RealSelf Top Docs
  • 2020
  • American Registry - America’s Most Honored Doctors
  • 2014
  • VitalsTop Ten Doctor in the State - Plastic Surgeon Specialist
  • 2012-2017
  • American Registry - Most Compassionate Doctor
  • 2011-2017
  • American Registry - Patient Choice Award
  • 1992 -2000
  • Carle Cancer Center Research Grant
    University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • 1998
  • Chrysalis Program
    American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  • 1996
  • Outstanding Speaker Award        
    University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • 1995
  • Monsanto Research Award
    University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • 1995
  • Graduate College Conference Award
    University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • 1992
  • Graduation with Honors  
    University of California at Berkeley
Publications and Presentations
  • DonaldH. Lalonde, Meegan Gruber, et al. (2024)
  • “New Frontiers in Wide Awake Surgery.” Plast. Recon.Surg. V153, N6
  • Meegan M.Gruber and Thomas T. Tung (2005)
  • Anatomic Variability and Internal Topography of the Human Tibial Nerve
  • Meegan M.Gruber and Christine J. Cheng (2004)
  • Characteristics of Metacarpal Fractures that Result in Extensor Lag
  • Thomas C.Manning, Laurie A. Rund, Meegan M. Gruber, Francesca Fallarino, Thomas F.Gajewski,and David M. Kranz (1997)
  • Antigen Recognition and Allogeneic Tutor Rejection in CD8+TCR Transgenic/RAG-/-Mice
  • Meegan M.Gruber and David M. Kranz (1996)
  • Bispecific Single Chain Antibodies in Breast Cancer Immunotherapy
  • David M. Kranz,Meegan Gruber, and Erik R.Wilson (1995)
  • Properties of Bispecifc Single Chain Antibodies Expressed in Escherichia coli
  • Meegan M.Gruber and David M. Kranz (1995)
  • Susceptibility of Breast Cancer Cells to Lysis Mediated by a Bispecific Single Chain Antibody and Cytotoxic T Cells
  • Meegan Gruber, Beth A. Schodin, Erik R. Wilson, and David M. Kranz (1994)
  • Efficient Tumor Cell Lysis Mediated by a Bispecifc Single Chain Antibody Expressed in Escherichia coli
Lectures
  • 2024 American Society of Plastic Surgeons - National Meeting
  • ”ABC’s of Anesthesia in Body Contouring - How far can we go with as little as possible."
    ”Tips and Tricks of Expert Fat Grafting in Breast Reconstruction”
    ”What is Lipedema?”
  • 2023 American Society of Plastic Surgeons - National Meeting
  • ”ABC’s of Anesthesia and Body Contouring”
  • 2022 American Society of Plastic Surgeons - National Meeting
  • ” New Trends in Abdominoplasty”
  • 2022 American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Spring Meeting
  • “Advances in Awake Liposuction”
  • 2021 American Society of Plastic Surgeons - National Meeting Boston, MA
  • “Advances in BBL techniques”
    “Advances in Liposuction”
    “Extreme Abdominal Lipo”
  • 2021 American Society of Plastic Surgeons Spring Meeting
  • “Awake Surgery”
  • 2020 Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • “Awake Liposuction”
  • 2019 WPS Retreat Nashville, TN
  • “Advances in Awake Liposuction”
Professional Memberships
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • Tampa Bay Area Plastic Surgeons

Education
  • 2000 - 2005
  • Residency- Washington University / Barnes-Jewish Hospital - Combined
    Program in General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    Program Director – Keith Brandt, MD
  • 1992 - 2000
  • MD/PhD -University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Medical Scholars Program
    College of Medicine/Department of Biochemistry
    Thesis Title: “Development of a Novel Antibody Molecule for Redirected T Cell Immunity to Tumor Cells: The Bispecific Single Chain Antibody.”
    Principal Investigator – David M. Kranz, PhD
  • 1997
  • Postdoctoral Research - Stanford University
    Principal Investigator – Alan Krensky, MD
    Division of Immunology and Transplant Biology, Department of Pediatrics
  • 1988 - 1992
  • Undergraduate -University of California at Berkeley
    BA - Department of Molecular and Cell Biology
    BA - Department of Ethnic Studies
Board Certifications
  • 2016
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery 10 year Re-certification
  • 2006
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery
Medical Licenses
  • 2017 - present
  • State of Florida
  • 2005 - 2017
  • State of Oregon
  • 2000 - 2005
  • State of Missouri
Active Status
  • 2021- Present
  • Owner / Plastic Surgeon
    Gruber Plastic Surgery Tampa, FL
Previous Positions
  • 2017 - 2021
  • Plastic Surgeon
    Artistic Liposuction and Plastic Surgery
    Tampa, FL
  • 2016 - 2017
  • Medical Director, Plastic Surgeon
    Athenix Medical Group
    Portland, OR
  • 2008 - 2015
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
    Providence Medical Group
    Portland, OR
  • 2005 - 2008
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
    Silverton Hospital
    Silverton, OR