Everyone wants to stay active and pain-free, but most people are only shown one path when their body starts breaking down. Manage symptoms or get surgery.

Dr. Jeff Gross’s story challenges that assumption. After years as a board-certified neurosurgeon working inside an insurance-driven sick care system, he grew frustrated watching patients pushed toward invasive procedures they did not always need. That frustration eventually led him out of the operating room and into regenerative medicine.

In this conversation, we break down how non-invasive treatments like stem cells and exosomes actually work, why they are often misunderstood, and how they support the body’s own repair process instead of chasing short-term relief. Dr. Gross explains why exosomes drive repair, why targeting the bone matters for cartilage health, and why sleep, protein, and lifestyle habits play a role in recovery.

If you are dealing with joint pain, disc issues, or declining mobility and want to avoid unnecessary surgery, this episode offers a smarter framework for long-term recovery and staying active. Tune in now.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 — Episode Preview

00:25 — From Neurosurgery to Regenerative Medicine

01:05 — Why the “Sick Care” System Falls Short

03:39 — Why the U.S. Is Behind on Regenerative Care

05:58 — Can Cartilage Actually Regenerate

08:36 — Stem Cells vs. Exosomes Explained

12:50 — When Stem Cells Make Sense

14:07 — Brain Health and Nasal Delivery

17:48 — Targeting the Bone for Cartilage Repair

19:34 — Acute Injuries vs. Chronic Degeneration

20:52 — IV Therapy, Inflammation, and Longevity

23:43 — Sourcing, Safety, and Quality Control

26:47 — Imaging, Precision, and Injection Strategy

28:17 — Disc Degeneration and Why It’s Different

30:25 — Joints That Respond Best to Treatment

32:07 — PRP, Prolo, and Hyaluronic Acid Compared

34:45 — Peptides for Cartilage and Recovery

37:31 — Sleep, Protein, and Cellular Repair

41:19 — Why Cellular Cleanliness Matters

42:02 — Where to Learn More About Dr. Jeff Gross

Connect with Dr. Jeff Gross, MD:

1. Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/recellebrate/
2. Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-gross-md-5605605/
3. Website - https://recellebrate.com/

Links & Resources:

1. Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
2. Learn more about Ben’s coaching program: www.bodysystems.com
3. Subscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234
4. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgT
5. Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoaching
6. Book Free Nutrition Strategy Call - https://bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/