Orthobiologics, Regenerative, or Stem Cell, What It Is and Isn’t?: Mark Fox, MD

Orthobiologics are substances that orthopedic surgeons use to help injuries heal more quickly. They are used to improve the healing of broken bones and injured muscles, tendons, and ligaments. These products are often made from substances that are naturally found in your body. When they are used in higher concentrations, they may help speed up the healing process.

Dr. Mark Fox, DMOS Interventional Physiatrist, Non-surgical Sports Injury specialist, started his medical education pursuit here in Iowa. He received his Bachelor of Arts at the University of Iowa and Doctorate of Medicine from the Carver College of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine internship at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. After completing his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, Dr. Fox was a Sports Medicine fellow at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.

Dr. Fox has a wealth of experience in the field of sports medicine and has worked for professional sports teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLB. His practice focuses on Interventional Physiatry and specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) to help patients function better in the world utilizing conservative measures.

His background in care at recreational and professional levels of sport has prepared him to help athletes of all kinds. Dr. Fox enjoys being active and helping others achieve their athletic goals.

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