Dr. Andrew James Grossbach M.D.
Neurosurgeon
200 Hawkins Dr Department Of Neuros Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Andrew Grossbach practices Neurological Surgery in Iowa City, IA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Grossbach prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
University of Mn Med Sch 2010
University of Minnesota Medical School 2010
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- Spinal Stenosis
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