Summary

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross received her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University and her medical degree from the Des Moines School of Osteopathic Medicine. After a Pediatric residency at Advocate Christ Hope Children's Hospital in Chicago, her specific interests in improving quality of life and optimizing symptom management led her to pursue the Harvard Palliative Medicine Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. She subsequently completed her Radiation Oncology training at Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, NC. Dr. Vern-Gross joined Provision Center for Proton therapy after completing a Fellowship in Pediatric Proton Therapy at the University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute. Dr. Vern-Gross is board-certified in Radiation-Oncology, Palliative Medicine, and Pediatrics. She is the author of a number of book chapters and peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Vern-Gross embraces family centered-care with a focus on improving disease outcomes and cure rates, minimizing the late effects of radiation therapy, and addressing survivorship concerns for both children and adults. Through a broad array of multidisciplinary skills (radiation oncology, pediatrics, and palliative medicine) she is able to provide comprehensive care and advanced symptom management techniques which enhance patient experience throughout the course of care.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross has 7 locations

Mayo Clinic Hospital

5777 E Mayo BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85054

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross

13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259
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

Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

9003 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85260

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross

311 S Clark StCarroll, IA 51401

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Radiation OncologyPediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
21 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Phoenix , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZMesa , AZ
Med School: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross

  • AARP
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Brain Cancer (Astrocytoma)
  • Brain Cancer (Craniopharyngioma)
  • Brain Cancer (Gliosarcoma)
  • Brain Cancer (Infratentorial Neoplasm)
  • Cancer
  • CNS Tumor (Ependymoma)
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
  • Conformal Radiotherapy
  • Gamma Knife Surgery (Stereotactic Radiosurgery)
  • Glial Cancer (Glioma)
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy
  • Palliative Care
  • Pediatrics
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Skeletal Muscle Cancer (Rhabdomyosarcoma)

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Colorado and Wisconsin.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Colorado that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY THE FEINBERG SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 2008 and Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Vern-Gross' NPI number is 1679732036.

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Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital.
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Dr. Tamara Vern-Gross's office is located at 5777 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, 85054.

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