Dr. Meegan Gruber is a leading plastic surgeon in Tampa Bay, known for her advanced approach to awake aesthetic surgery and natural, personalized results. At Gruber Plastic Surgery, she empowers patients to take an active role in their transformation, offering expert care that reflects their individual goals. Her philosophy is rooted in compassion, artistry, and a deep commitment to helping patients look and feel their best.

Dr. Gruber brings a rare and powerful combination of medical expertise, scientific insight, and artistic talent to her plastic surgery practice. Her academic path—from the University of California at Berkeley to the University of Illinois Medical Scholars Program—reflects a lifelong passion for blending art, science, and medicine. This unique perspective naturally led her to the field of plastic surgery, where she applies her artistic eye to achieve refined, natural-looking results. She refined her surgical skills in the highly competitive Combined General and Plastic Surgery residency at Washington University, one of the nation’s top training programs. After completing her residency, Dr. Gruber returned to Florida and quickly earned a reputation as one of Tampa Bay’s leading plastic surgeons.

At Gruber Plastic Surgery, she specializes in awake aesthetic procedures of the face and body, offering an elite level of personalized care that empowers patients to actively participate in their transformation. Her approach is deeply patient-focused—centered on truly listening to her patients and helping them bring their personal vision to life, reflecting their inner confidence and beauty.

Dr. Gruber’s innovative work has been published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (PRS), the premier journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Her expertise has also been featured in Newsweek, Sports Illustrated, and IbDM. She has been recognized as a Top Doctor and Destination Doctor on RealSelf, and is listed in Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor Guide as one of America’s best plastic surgeons. Most recently, Newsweek Magazine named her among the Best Plastic Surgeons in America.

With a commitment to surgical excellence, artistic detail, and patient-centered care, Dr. Gruber continues to set a standard for aesthetic surgery that is both elevated and deeply personal.

Education and Training

• University of California at Berkeley
• University of Illinois Medical Scholars Program
• Washington University

Honors and Awards

• FL Top Doctor
• Destination Doctor on RealSelf
• Castle Connolly’s ‘Top Doctor Guide’
• Best Plastic Surgeons in America by Newsweek Magazine