Summary

Dr. John Gross is an ophthalmologist with 36 years of experience providing specialized eye care to patients throughout the region. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Gross speaks English and has built an extensive practice focused on comprehensive eye health and vision preservation.

Dr. Gross practices at UK Kings Daughters Medical Center and maintains locations in Ashland, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, Ohio. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions that can threaten vision. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, along with anti-VEGF treatments for retinal disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gross highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Kentucky Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Christopher Gross has 3 locations

Tri State Ophthalmology

2841 Lexington AveAshland, KY 41101
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Portsmouth Vision Center

1915 Scioto TrlPortsmouth, OH 45662
Mon9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uk Kings Daughters Medical Center

2201 Lexington AveAshland, KY 41101

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Dr. John Christopher Gross, MDDr. Maurice J Oakley, MDDr. Stephanie Ann Skolik, MDDr. David Wellington Cook, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.8 
36 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 41 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
Ashland , KYAshland , KYHuntington , WVHuntington , WV
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Christopher Gross

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Christopher Gross has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Christopher Gross has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. John Christopher Gross holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Kentucky and Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Kentucky Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Gross' NPI number is 1245209550.

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What languages does Dr. John Gross speak?
Dr. John Gross speaks English.
Where is Dr. John Gross's office located?
Dr. John Gross's office is located at 2841 Lexington Ave, Ashland, KY, 41101.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Gross affiliated with?
Dr. John Gross is affiliated with Uk Kings Daughters Medical Center.
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