About Me
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
- Member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, The American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the AANS/CNS Section on Spinal Disorders
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Intervertebral Disc Displacement
- Spinal Curvatures
- Kyphosis
- Peripheral Nerve Tumor
- Scoliosis
- Trauma, Nervous System
- Sprains and Strains
- Spinal Fractures
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Spinal Diseases
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Spinal Injuries
- Back Pain
- Spinal Cancers
Locations Where I Practice
300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
543 Taylor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN
MD
8/29/2006 - 4/30/2010
Residency
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
6/24/2010 - 12/31/2016
Rotating Residency
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
8/1/2016 - 12/31/2016
Fellowship
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
1/1/2017 - 6/30/2017
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
10/31/2020
Academic Information
My Department
Neurological Surgery
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.
209 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.6 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.7 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.5 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 10/25/2021, 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.
Takes time to describe my options. Makes me feel comfortable about my situation.
Love Dr. Grossbach
Dr. Grossbach (provider) listened to me and did not rush visit.
Dr. Grossbach is a great doctor. If it wasn't for him. I probably wouldn't be here today. He has my full faith and trust in his skills as a neuro surgeon.
Excellent care by provider.
Excellent doctor!
He is awesome.
Kind, professional, definitely showed concern about my well being
He listened made some recommendations explain the x-ray I was satisfied w/him.
Because I brought my MRI on a disk, Dr. Grossbach could review it prior to entering the exam room. He was able to then explain the approach he would suggest for correcting my issues.
My experience was excellent. He explained everything in such a way that made it easy to understand.
Good
He's the best!
Good
Dr. Grossbach has been "awesome" so far.
Dr. Grossbach is very patient & understanding.
His care has made a huge difference in my quality of life.
All Good!
I find my back issues to be complicated including on those issues relate to my hip replacement, and wish there would have been more discussion about my back issues in lay terms and some holistic conversation as to how hip issues may or may not relate. Some problem w/hip surgeon. Each doc does not want to talk about anything outside very narrow specialty.
Good - Very professional and very caring.
Very caring - attentive to my questions - easy to understand answers - pleasant - liked him a lot! Felt very easy.
Very knowledgeable and respectful
Dr Grossbach's CNP was excellent with a good knowledge base, and very competent skills
This is the first time I've met Dr. Grossbach and he is very pleasant and a good listener. He explained my issues and implemented a plan to correct my problem.
Dr Grossbach is the BEST
All good
He did not wear Gloves nor did I see him use hand sanitizer ,made me uncomfortable
All good
It was good
I have confidence in Dr. Grossbach's ability to correct the spinal conditions that have had me in pain for the last 20 years.
Pleasant, knowledgeable, spent adequate time, gave good medical advice & treatment.
He was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything I asked him too. He also never acted like I was asking dumb questions.
Doctor was very friendly.
I have had a problem with my leg for several months and this provider is getting testing done that may reveal the problem so it can be solved.
My provider was excellent. Prior to this appointment with him, I had very negative experiences at OSU Wexner Medical Center. My provide completely turned that around by being professional, knowledge, respectful, attentive, and caring.
He was excellent
doctor gave options with choices of therapy to procedure
Referral for associated problem.Also doctor went out of his way To get a referral for my father who is not his patient
Very good.
He rally seemed knowledgeable, and appeared to really know the subject matter - especially how he could work with and help me.
I have been seeing another neurosurgeon (not at OSU!) for a year. I have spent less than 10 minutes total with the other doctor. Even the day he advised I need surgery, he sent a nurse in to see me. Dr. Grossbach, in my first visit, spent close to 45 minutes. He didn't rush me, took time to review my test results and explained the recommended surgery process. A night and day difference so thankful for Dr. Grossbach!
Provide a thorough description of the current X-ray which indicated that the subdural hematoma I sustained in an accident had reduced in size. I was relieved with the results & appreciate the time he took to explain things.
I've had nothing but great experiences with Dr. Grossbach. He's a highly skillful neuro surgeon that I fully trust with my care. I'm well pleased with how much he's changed my life and helped me. He's a wonderful doctor and a blessing to me. He's my hero and always will be.
listen to my concerns
Very impressed with Dr. Grossbach, very personable but very professional and very knowledgeable! Very easy to talk to and understand.
he showed me side by side images of MRI images to compare/ note healing and explained what images showed
Very good.
Great doctor.
I've full confidence in Dr. Grossbach & OSU medical.
He explained disease/ disorder in detail that I could understand. took his time going over mri and films I brought to office. explained in detail about tests needed. Answered all my questions
Beside simply examining and consulting with me, he quickly referred me to a knee specialist who saw me within a week. That was very satisfying.
dr made me feel very comfortable and answered all my questions.
Dr. was very good at explaining options for treatment.
All good.
i WAS VERY SATISFIED AND GLAD HE WAS SELECTED AS MY PROVIDER
Dr. Grossbach is the best because his skill as a neurosurgeon has brought me back from all the pain that I've suffered. I would've never dreamed I'd be able to walk again or have a better quality of life. I will always be thankful and express my gratitude to him and his staff.
He explained things to me twice because I was afraid I would be able to explain it to my husband that the office would let come back with me. He was explaining a neck surgery and I told him I needed my husband to hear what he was saying to me. His idea for me was to explain it twice.
I went for 2nd opinion, I wish he was covered by my insurance, I would go to Dr Grossbach
great !!
I was very pleased with Dr. Grossbach's approach and concern for my condition on this first evaluation. His reputation and high ratings are well earned. I'm convinced that he will lead me to a healthy solution.
Doesn't really address problems I am experiencing
Excellent - explained everything throughly, he was friendly, and professional!
Listens well and offered A variety of choices For care
finally someone explained to me after being in pain for 17 years why I'm in pain
Dr. Grossbach was very knowledgeable and went over the X Ray with me in detail plus explained different treatment options in a way I understood.
always friendly and professional
Very good.
Was a great first visit with Dr. Grossbach. He did a great job about my lower back pain.
Excellent experience
excellent He Extremely thorough, and had all of my information on the computer in front of him, which you shared with me. I was very impressed and felt better about my situation when he was done. I would recommend him to anyone.
I have never ever had a bad experience . Always been great experiences there.