Putting the ME in Medicine

Dr Patrick Roth giving talk on stage about providing expert patient care.

January 4th, 2017
By Patrick A. Roth, MD, MHA, FAANS, FACS

At the Functional Forum, Dr. Patrick Roth spoke about the need for doctors to be actively engaged in their patients’ care.

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Why a Second Evaluation is Crucial for deciding to get a Spinal Fusion

Considering Spinal Fusion Surgery? Why It’s Crucial for Every Patient to Get A Second Opinion Chronic back pain can be life-altering, affecting everything from your sleep to your ability to work or enjoy the simplest parts of your day. If you’ve been told you may need spinal fusion surgery, you may be feeling a mix of anxiety, hope, and uncertainty. That’s completely normal. Every year, thousands of Americans undergo spinal fusion surgery—but studies suggest on average, 14% of those could...

Common Back Pain Treatment Options

In this video, Dr. Khan discusses common back pain, shedding light on this all-too-common condition, and the various surgical and non-surgical options.

What is Brain Aneurysm Coiling

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What is Spinal Stenosis

New Jersey Brain and Spine's Dr. Khan discusses spinal stenosis, shedding light on causes, diagnosis and treatment of Spinal Stenosis.

A Comprehensive Guide to Spine Disc Herniation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

A herniated disc is also commonly known as a slipped, ruptured or bulging disc. It is one of the most common causes of neck, back and leg pain. Fortunately, most herniated discs will heal on their own with simple treatments or at-home measures. Herniated discs occur most frequently in people between the ages of 30 and 50. The condition has been shown to affect men twice as often as women. What causes a herniated disc? While a strain or injury...

Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing Down the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Approaches

Spinal stenosis is a painful narrowing of the spinal canal, which puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. The condition may frequently cause pain or numbness in the legs and feet. The condition mostly occurs in people over the age of 50. Symptoms may appear gradually over time. What causes spinal stenosis? Spinal stenosis can be caused by several factors. Normally the vertebral canal will provide enough room for the spinal cord and nerves. However, aging and age-related changes...

What to Expect Before Your Lumbar Discectomy Procedure

A lumbar discectomy is a type of surgery that removes a small disc fragment in your lower back. This surgery uses a small incision to remove part of a damaged disc, which will help ease pressure on the nerve roots, helping to eliminate pain. Your physician may recommend this type of surgery if you have a herniated disc in your lower back that is causing symptoms. These symptoms may include weakness, pain, or tingling throughout the back area and legs....

Herniated Disc Surgery & Recovery Time: What to Expect?

A herniated disc, also known as a slipped or ruptured cervical disc, is a common cause of neck and back pain that can travel to other areas of the body. Herniated discs are often a common cause of disability and many patients are recommended for surgery. However, the majority of herniated discs do not require surgery. What causes a herniated disc? With the natural aging process, discs dehydrate and lose resiliency, making them more susceptible to wear. The problem starts...

Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis: Correcting Spinal Curvature and Enhancing Quality of Life

Spinal fusion surgery, or SFS, is the surgical treatment for scoliosis. It includes fusing two or more vertebrae together to help straighten the spine and stop the curvature from progressing. Most people diagnosed with scoliosis don’t need surgery; many don’t require treatment at all. However, spinal fusion surgery is reserved for those with severe scoliosis, or patients who develop scoliosis during their infancy. Without treatment for this type of scoliosis, curvature of the spine may progress and cause health complications...