Dr. Mark Gross is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has been in practice since 1985. His clinical interests include the treatment of spinal disorders, arthritis, sports medicine, fractures, pediatric orthopedics, hand problems and neurologic abnormalities. He specializes in comprehensive, conservative and surgical interventions within these areas.
Dr. Gross is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and of the North American Spine Society. As well, he has given numerous community presentations in the areas of sports medicine, arthritis management, joint arthroplasty, and the treatment of spinal disorders.
Currently, Dr. Gross is an Attending Physician at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington and is a member of their PHO Board, as well as a Board Member of Advocate Physician Partners Management Board. Over the years he has served as the President of the Advocate Good Shepherd Medical Staff, Chairman of the Department of Surgery, Physician Representative on the Governing Council, Chairman of the Surgical Steering Committee, Director of the Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Spine Center, as well as other committee appointments.
A sports enthusiast himself, Dr. Gross enjoys golf, swimming, cycling and scuba diving. His son, Steven, is also an orthopedic surgeon, his eldest daughter is a general surgeon and his younger daughter, has a Master’s degree in Nursing.
Additional Areas of Expertise
Sports Medicine
Spine
Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Hip & Knee
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Foot & Ankle
Joint Reconstruction
Philosophy of Care
It is important that patients be a part of the care decision. We discuss a treatment plan and make sure it offers options.
Education
Residency
Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood IL
Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Internship
Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood IL
Medical School
Northwestern University Medical School
Research and Publications
Society Presentations
Gross, M; Ibrahim, K; Wehner, J: Combined Surgical Procedure for Treatment of Hip Dislocation and Subluxation in Cerebral Palsy. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Scientific Program; 1986.
Boscardin, J; Gross, M; Knight, G; Orenstein, E; Patwardhan, A: A Biomechanical Study of the Effect of Chymopapain Injection, Laminectomy and Discectomy on Load Bearing Characteristics of Lumbar Facets. Orthopedic Research Society; 1984.
Dvonch, V; Gross, M; Ibrahim, K: Combined Surgical Procedure for Treatment of Hip Dislocation and Subluxation in Cerebral Palsy. American Society for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine; 1983.
Awards
Phi Ro Sigma Medical Fraternity
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
National Merit Letter of Commendation, 1973
Illinois State Scholar, 1973
National Honor Society, 1973
First Place, National Mathematics Society Competition, University of Illinois Regional Team Competition, 1973
American Chemical Society Award, 1973
Medal for Achievement in Science & Math, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1973
Participation Scholarship in Mathematics, Florida Atlantic University, 1973
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America Northwest Suburban Council
Appointments
2016- present Governing Council Member, Good Shepherd Hospital