Patrick A. Roth
MD, MHA, FAANS, FACS

Doctor's Biography

Dr. Roth is the Chairman of Neurosurgery at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), director of the spinal surgery division, and site director of the neurosurgical residency program. Dr. Roth is also the Founding Chair of Neurosurgery at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. In addition to his medical degree, Dr. Roth holds a master’s in healthcare administration Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University which he recently attained to better understand the structure of healthcare and the relationship of healthcare to health.

He has managed the Neurosurgery Residency Program at HUMC for nearly 20 years, served as a perennial teacher of third year medical students, and regularly mentors high school and college students interested in a career in medicine. Dr. Roth teaches a class at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine called Human Dimensions, which focuses on the social determinants of health.

Dr. Roth embraces a holistic approach to back, neck, arm, and leg pain, with a focus on the promotion of health rather than the treatment of disease. His treatment recommendations are based on an understanding of each patient’s repertoire of activities and their personal goals.

Dr. Roth has served in numerous leadership positions at The Valley Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center and Pascack Valley Medical Center. He loves to teach and mentor students, and he’s also an avid writer. He recently published a book focusing on the philosophy, paradoxes, and treatment of back pain. His outside interests include exercising, reading, music, and sports.

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Helen R.

3 years ago

Dr. Roth and his Team are outstanding. Whenever I'm in the office, I am made to feel as if I'm the only patient in the office which of course is not true, but their concern for my well-being was evident.

I had cervical spine surgery by Dr. Roth, and I was up and home the next day. The gentleman is not only a gifted surgeon, but a kind man who spends whatever time it takes to understand my problem and to explain what needs to be done. This is just unheard of in healthcare today.

Lastly, I want to recognize his staff, especially Michele Lugo, whose cutomer service skills are exemplary. Everyone of his staff were professional, attentive and kind.

Joanie R.

2 years ago

Dr Roth is amazing!

Rosario M.

5 years ago

Made me feel very comfortable and explained my procedure options very thoroughly.
Highly recommended Dr Roth

PAULA V.

2 years ago

Dr. Roth is extremely conservative when it comes to opting for surgery. He is very thorough at gathering medical imaging and exploring many other options to address the cause of pain, disc degeneration, and bone spurs that continue to plague my spine. The only drawback to his plan is the slow process of trying various methods to find an alternate procedure that would successfully cure my pain and the suffering I must endure in order to avoid a surgical fusion that I can never undo. So, Dr. Roth always has my best interest at heart, never for his own gain.

Rosanna U.

5 years ago

Dr. Roth is one of the great ones. He is patient, thorough and truly cares about his patients well being. I've struggled with back pain for many years and he has helped me understand clearly my condition and options. He gives me as well as other patients hope. I've seen him with other patients. I also truly appreciate his kindness, easeness and knowledge. I highly recommend him.

Alex D.

2 years ago

Dr. Roth is such a great person and as skilled at what he does as any physician you could find. He really cares, I wouldn't recommend any one else.

judy D.

2 years ago

Surgery went well

Carlos F.

1 year ago

Liked that he sat and talked to you like a person.

Connie N.

2 years ago

Dr Roth is great took his time with me and explained my treatment. Great doctor

George H.

2 years ago

Very patient successful professional
I felt very comfortable talking and explaining my situation to him