Overview
Molly Gross, MD joined The Iowa Clinic in 2017 after moving back home from Utah to be closer to her family in Beaverdale. She chose colorectal surgery because of mentors in medical school and residency who showed her the great parts of being a colorectal surgeon. She enjoys the diversity and wide variety of cases colorectal surgery has to offer. The most rewarding part of her job is helping people feel comfortable talking about something they are uncomfortable talking about.
Dr. Gross is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1212 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309
5950 University Ave, West Des Moines,, IA 50266
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Molly Gross
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Molly Gross?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Molly Gross by calling their office at 515-875-9770. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Molly Gross a top-rated expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Molly Gross is classified as an Advanced expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Molly Gross specialize in?
While Dr. Molly Gross is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Molly Gross participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Molly Gross has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retroperitoneal Inflammation. You can view a list of Dr. Molly Gross's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Molly Gross accept my insurance?
Dr. Molly Gross accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-875-9770 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Anal CancerDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Gross isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
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- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- ColostomyDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Gross isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.