Dr. Marvin “Pete” Ross, DO has announced his retirement from Carroll County Memorial Hospital and Jefferson Medical Group, effective July 23, 2021. Dr. Ross has been serving the community for 45 years, beginning his career in August 1975.

“I’ve always wanted to practice medicine ever since I could remember and I always wanted to be in a small town and Carrollton has been perfect,” Dr. Ross said. “I didn’t care about the city. I didn’t want to be a surgeon. I just wanted to be a family practitioner out here where I could help the people.”

Dr. Ross has seen numerous patients over the years, whether in a family practice setting, an emergency room visit or an acute care stay.

“Dr. Ross is a word that is synonymous with Carroll County Memorial Hospital and Jefferson Medical Group around here, and rightfully should be,” said Scott Thoreson, CCMH Chief Executive Officer. “What a blessing it has been for the community to have the knowledge and expertise that Dr. Ross has brought to the area for 45 years.”

“It has been an honor and a privilege to work with Dr. Ross for more than a decade,” said Dr. Richard Smith, CCMH Chief Medical Officer. “I am proud to call him my friend and colleague. I have nothing but the highest respect for the amount of time, energy and resources he has provided to this community and hospital. He will be missed as part of our staff at CCMH.”

In 45 years, Dr. Ross has seen many changes, and met and mentored many new providers.