Neurosurgeon Turned Regenerative Medicine Pioneer Dr. Jeff Gross on Peptides, Stem Cells, and Healing from Within

Dr. Jeff Gross, a board-certified neurosurgeon and founder of Recelebrate, joins the show to demystify peptides and regenerative medicine. He explains how frustration with the traditional healthcare system pushed him from surgery toward cellular-level healing, and breaks down what peptides actually are, why "FDA approved" is widely misunderstood, and how stem cells and exosomes work in the body. The conversation covers real-world applications — from joint and cartilage regeneration to Parkinson's symptom relief and mitochondrial repair with peptides like SS-31 and MOTS-C. Dr. Gross also tackles misconceptions around legality, telehealth treatment options, and how to vet a regenerative medicine clinic. It's a wide-ranging, myth-busting conversation for anyone curious about the future of longevity and healing.

Chapters:

0:00 – Introduction & sponsor message

2:37 – Meet Dr. Jeff Gross

4:18 – From surgery to regenerative medicine

12:43 – What exactly is a peptide?

22:22 – Types of stem cells and what's legal in the U.S.

25:56 – Stem cells and Parkinson's treatment

28:22 – Cartilage regeneration and joint pain

31:14 – Finding a trustworthy regenerative medicine clinic

35:23 – Mitochondrial peptides (SS-31, MOTS-C)

41:15 – Where to find Recelebrate