Meet Our Team
Alan Gross, MD MPH
Dr. Al Gross is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who over ten years ago developed an interest and expertise in bioidentical hormone replacement—in part due to his own experience with changes in our hormone levels as we age.
Born and raised in Juneau, Alaska, Al spent his youth hiking and panning for gold in the mountains around Gold Creek, just behind downtown Juneau. He went to Amherst College and then to medical school at the Univ. of Washington in Seattle. He is a father to 4 great kids, whom he helped raised in Juneau while working full time as an orthopedic surgeon throughout Southeast Alaska. He went on to became chief of the medical staff at Bartlett Regional Hospital.
When Al turned 50 he went back to school and got a public health master’s degree at UCLA. He then returned to Alaska and became an outspoken advocate to reform our national healthcare payment system to help lower the costs of healthcare. He quickly became an important figure in statewide politics, winning two out of three statewide federal elections as an Independent, and nearly winning Alaska's US Senate seat in 2020 and the congressional seat in the 2021 special election.
Al is a doctor who cares deeply about his patients—during his time practicing in Juneau, he won "best orthopedic surgeon" every year a reader's poll was conducted. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, has certification pending for Bio-identical Hormone Replacement, and is licensed as a physician in both Washington and Alaska.
Al is uniquely qualified to care for age related changes in your body. As an orthopedic surgeon, Al has firsthand knowledge and expertise on bone health and how hormones interact with our wellness as we age, as well as personally experiencing the positive impact of hormone replacement therapy in his own life.
Dr. Al is excited to help enrich your life, ensure your wellness and sexual health, and renew your vigor and self esteem in the best years of our life. Let this be a new exciting year for you.
Ashley Thompson
Clinic Director
Ashley Thompson is the newest member at Gold Creek Vitality. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in corporate management, with a strong focus on organization, leadership, and supporting high-quality customer care.
Having grown up with many family members in the medical field, Ashley developed an early appreciation for compassionate, patient-centered care and for the importance of thoughtful, ethical healthcare. This foundation, combined with her professional background, shapes the way she supports both patients and the team at Gold Creek Vitality. Ashley values spiritual, mental, and physical health, and has a particular interest in hormone replacement as she navigates her own midlife and seeks to understand better how hormones impact long-term wellness. This perspective informs her thoughtful, whole-person approach towards care and connection. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys being outdoors in the wondrous Pacific Northwest, reading, cooking, and spending time with friends. She looks forward to building strong relationships with Gold Creek Vitality patients, helping ensure their care experience is supportive.
Ashley and Dr. Al will work closely together to put your health first, as part of their shared mission.