Dr. Michael Cross, MD | West Lafayette, IN | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Michael Cross is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. With 20 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, he brings extensive expertise to treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He speaks English and provides comprehensive care for patients seeking surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

Dr. Cross is affiliated with Gracie Square Hospital and sees patients in West Lafayette, Indianapolis, and Brownsburg, Indiana. He specializes in treating knee pain, arthritis, and joint discomfort that affects daily activities. His practice focuses on physical therapy approaches, strength training programs, and hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients restore mobility and reduce pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.5

52 Ratings
20 years of experience
speaks English
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
13 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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Dr Cross ruined my life. He did not know what he was doing when he replaced my hip.

October 6th, 2023

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Dr. Cross gave me a new hip a couple of months ago and I couldn't be more pleased. His staff and PAs are terrific too. I highly recommend Dr. Cross. The Hospital for Special Surgery is a pleasure to deal with too. Their staff and nurses are wonderful.

November 7th, 2019

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Dr. Cross is an amazing surgeon. He is skilled, compassionate and truly cares about his patients. I had a total knee replacement this past summer and now I am having a total knee replacement on my other leg. So grateful to Dr. Cross and his entire staff! The best doctor!

October 18th, 2019

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Didn't bother to see me before I was discharged. Didn't show up for the 3 month check-up. Postponed one year check-up. All this could be overlooked if not for the fact that I have the same level of pain and poor activity level that I had before the knee replacement.

September 26th, 2019

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Excellent surgeon and Physician with a superlative bedside manner. I would give him ten (10) stars. Highly recommended.

April 10th, 2019

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I had knee replacement surgery with Dr Cross five weeks ago. My recovery is going extremely well. Dr. Cross is an excellent surgeon, a kind and thoughtful doctor and I will return for my other knee if/when needed.

February 28th, 2019

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I am a huge fan of Dr. Cross. I recently had my first surgery and was apprehensive. His aura of confidence and great bedside manner were very comforting to me. He took the time to explain my diagnosis and answer all my questions prior to surgery, visited me 2X during my short stay at HSS (best hospital in the world BTW) and again during my post-Op visit he took the time necessary to answer all my questions in an unhurried manner. Best of all, my surgery was a big success. I had almost no pain after the procedure and was back at work in 2 weeks!. Hard to imagine a better outcome!

February 10th, 2019

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Dr , cross went out of his way to make sure the right knee was made just for me because I am so tiny

January 21st, 2019

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He did an amazing job with my partial knee replacement

March 29th, 2018

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I cannot recommend Dr. Cross (and HSS) highly enough. His replacement of both my knees two years ago is enabling me to remain spritely at 84 years of age. The quality of his care and character are worth traveling even much farther than from my home in Washington, DC. And that is consistent with my experience of other HSS specialists, including Dr. Kim (for my spine) and others many years ago (for my mother!).

May 7th, 2017

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2548 Cumberland Ave Ste 100West Lafayette, IN 47906

Tel: (765) 447-4165

Total Hip & Knee Replacement Doctor, Michael Cross, MD

8450 Northwest BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46278

Tel: (317) 802-2000

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Total Hip and Knee Replacement Doctor: Michael Cross, MD

9070 E 56TH STBROWNSBURG, IN 46112

Tel: (317) 802-2000

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Dr. Michael Cross, MD	Dr. Michael Highhouse, MD	Dr. Jonathan Shook, MD	Dr. Mark Page, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (52 Ratings)	4.4 (18 Ratings)	4.5 (13 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)
20 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
West Lafayette , IN	West Lafayette , IN	Westfield , IN	West Lafayette , IN
Med School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine	Med School: University of South Florida	Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine	Med School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. Michael Cross holds an expired medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Cross' NPI number is 1235397043.

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