Andrew Grossbach, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Neurological Surgery
Make an appointment
614-293-8714
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Neuroplastic Surgery
- Kyphosis
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Curvatures
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Lumbar Vertebrae
Locations
- Brain and Spine Hospital
- Outpatient Care Dublin
Academic information
Department: Neurological Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I’m a neurosurgeon specializing in all types of spine disorders, including scoliosis and complex deformity surgery, robotic spine surgery, spine trauma, and minimally invasive spine surgery. I received my medical training at the University of Minnesota and completed my neurosurgery residency at the University of Iowa. Additionally, I completed a fellowship in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery at Rush University in Chicago.
I’m actively working on research projects focusing on mechanisms that cause spinal degeneration, including how disorders such as scoliosis affect global spine health. My research also explores how to optimally treat these degenerative and deformity spine conditions. I'm the program director for the Neurosurgery Residency Program, as well as the Fellowship Director for our Complex Deformity and Robotic Spine Fellowship. I serve as an educator for residents, medical students, and undergraduate students. I received The Ohio State University Lawrence Mervis Teacher of the Year Award for the 2017-2018 academic year. On football game day, I also help cover The Ohio State University football team and provide care for players suffering from head and spine injuries.
What I enjoy most about my work at The Ohio State University is educating residents and medical students in the neurosurgery department. By working with them, I’m able to inspire the next leaders in Neurosurgery, and help them provide positive outcomes to all of their patients.
Highlights
- Residency Program Director
- Complex Deformity and Robotic Spine Fellowship Director
- American Board of Neurological Surgeons Board Certified
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2019
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, The American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the AANS/CNS Section on Spinal Disorders
Conditions and expertise
- Back Pain
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Kyphosis
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Neuroplastic Surgery
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Cancers
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Curvatures
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Injuries
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Sprains and Strains
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Neurological Surgery
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA, United States
1/1/2017 - 6/30/2017 - Residency - Neurological Surgery
- Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States
8/1/2016 - 12/31/2016 - Residency - Neurological Surgery
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA, United States
6/24/2010 - 12/31/2016 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, United States
8/29/2006 - 4/30/2010
Certification
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American Board of Neurological Surgery
10/31/2020
Ratings and reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
204 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Grossbach has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- DePuy Synthes
- Medtronic
Excellent
Good experience. Dr. Grossbach listen to and answered all of my questions. He advised, step by step, symptoms to look for and when to call for an appointment for a return visit.
I loved meeting Dr. Grossbach. He explained everything so well. I will be going with him for my back surgery.
Good
, He was very caring.and listened to me.I
Dr Grossbach was outstanding
Explained the plan for care sufficiently.
All good
He was in pretty fast and told him that I've fallen 4x and now on too the MRI He's always been very nice to me.
Very nice.....talked to me like a person and not just a number......listened to my concerns
He has provided me with plenty of information while quelling my fears
Very polite, knowledgeable, explained the X-rays to me.
Very clear about finding out what is at center of my pain
Worst care I've received. Been suffering and will continue to suffer because of him.
Very polite and informative
Very informative, listened to me , answered all questions - excellent visit
Good
The care provider look at everything and order therapy and more tests
Experience was very good.
Great
I always get the best care from DrGrossbach.
The Fellow was very thorough & gave a detailed explanation of MRI findings
Discussion was thorough.
Good experience
Very professional answered all my questions. Answered my questions in terms I understood.I would rate Dr. Grossbach 10
Caring, thorough, thoughtful
Very personable and knowledgeable.
Listened to me , very knowledgeable, kind , and to the point , answered all questions
I have a very complicated history and multiple spine-related problems. He listened to my serious and numerous concerns and replied professionally and respectfully. He offered several thoughts on possible treatments and helped me understand the many-step plan.
Straightforward, listening intently, patience with how I try to explain things, respectful etc
All good
Dr. Grossbach repeated his explanation of my condition so I could record it. He had a good attitude about it, and never rushed.
Everything was.good.
Awesome. He answered all my questions
Very Well Iintentive and Knowledgeable
Fantastic doctor who really cares about you as a person, the approach to practicing medical shows he cares.
The Dr. Has explained everything to me
Dr Grossbach was very professional and gave me answers to all of my questions.
Attentive
Good
Dr Grossbach was very patient and answered all of my questions. He spent as much time with me as I wanted.
Dr. Grossbach was very helpful and interested in what I had to say. I was very happy that he didn't tell me he wouldn't treat me because I was fat. I knew then that I would actually get the help I have needed for the last few years , and not gotten at the others I have been to. So, I wanted to give him an extra shout out of appreciation.
Informative, compassionate, excellent problem solving skills, good listening skills.
Very friendly and very nice
Very professional!!
Professional and helpful. He is a good communicator.
The best. Very thorough at explaining the options I have. Highly recommended
Courteous, explained so I could understand, took his time and didn't rush
He was pleasant, attentive and informative.
Very good.
EXPLAINED MY OPTIONS TO IMPROVE MY CONDITION IN A WAY THAT WAS VERY EASILY UNDERSTANDABLE.
Dr. Grossbach has a calming presence despite what he described as a complex case. He helped me decide which direction to take and understood my reasoning. I felt he was thorough, knowledgeable and kind. All essential qualities in my opinion.
Not bad
All good
Very understanding and very knowledge. Went over my MRI and X-rays, medical history and explained everything in a manner I can understand
Good
Everyone was so helpful and kind.I had to have xrays, prior seeing the Dr. Both areas were great!
Didn't have any bad experience
Very good at explaining what is needed
Care provider was wonderful
He was great
Has helped me come to recognize the need for surgery without pushing
Very good
Absolutely amazing doctor!Listened carefully and clearly explained complex medical issues in a way for a layman to understand.
Very attentive and helpful.
Very concerned about my health and overall condition .
Dr Grossbach is the best
Good "bedside" manor. Could have given more treatment options or given a clearer rating of how bad or good my condition is.
Knowledgeable concerned, and presented options
Courteous, prompt, and eager to listen to my concerns.
Great
Great
He was exceptional in answering my questions and explaining what could and should not be done.
Excellent experience. I requested referral to this OSU specialist provider from primary care CNP (another health system). OSU provider's experience and focus on adult scoliosis was perfect match for my health problem. He was informative, thorough explanation of current condition, initial diagnosis, plan of care options & ordered radiology scans for follow up to discuss next steps. Could not have had a better experience.
The provider was able to explain treatment options very clearly. I did get the feeling that maybe my medical condition wasn't taken as seriously as I would have liked. I understand that my test results weren't as severe as many patients the provider sees, but the pain and the reduction in quality of life due to my medical condition is extremely serious to me