Robert R. Goodman

MD, PhD, FAANS

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Doctor's Biography

New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. GoodmanA pioneer who helped develop modern treatments for epilepsy, Dr. Goodman established one of the first multidisciplinary epilepsy centers in New York City (while at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center) and now works with experienced neurologists to offer the same advanced care in New Jersey. He has advanced fellowship training in epilepsy surgery from the Montreal Neurological Institute and has spent more than 30 years caring for patients. In addition to epilepsy, Dr. Goodman’s expertise includes the treatment of general neurosurgical conditions (including spinal conditions), trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, normal pressure hydrocephalus, brain tumors, tremors and Parkinson’s disease.

 

 

 

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Residency

Neurological Institute of New York at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

Fellowship

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Department of Neurology; Visiting Clinical Fellow: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Department of Neurological Surgery; Fellowship: Epilepsy Surgery, Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital

Reviews

New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
Jill B.
1 year ago
Dr. Roth is wonderful. Truly gifted. I did a lot of research before choosing a neurosurgeon and his reputation is stellar, for good reason.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
Connie N.
2 years ago
Dr Roth is great took his time with me and explained my treatment. Great doctor
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
George H.
2 years ago
Very patient successful professional
I felt very comfortable talking and explaining my situation to him
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
judy D.
2 years ago
Surgery went well
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
kim H.
6 days ago
The very best at what he does. He is amazing and makes you feel great about the future. Asks you questions and listens to you. Such a calm demeanor he makes you calm as well.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
Joanie R.
2 years ago
Dr Roth is amazing!
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
George M.
2 years ago
Dr Roth has been informative during my visits and presents with a calming demeanor. He has recently performed a successful back surgery on me and I am confident as I am now seeing him for other spine concerns.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
Lorelei K.
1 year ago
Very detailed in evaluating my medical condition and explained the course of action for relief of my back pain.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
Carlos F.
1 year ago
Liked that he sat and talked to you like a person.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Robert R. Goodman
E. R.
1 year ago
Very knowledgeable. He listened to me and took his time explaining everything to me. His bedside manner is impeccable. Beautiful office too!!

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