Patrick Roth

Patrick Roth, MD, MHA founded New Jersey Brain and Spine, the premier neurosurgical group in New Jersey. He serves as both chairman of the department of neurosurgery at Hackensack University Medical Center and chair of the department of neurosurgery at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. His interest in spine includes using technology to decipher pain generators and utilizing minimal access solutions when appropriate.

Articles & Books From Patrick Roth

Managing Back Pain For Dummies
Discover countless options for rest and relief when you have chronic back pain You're probably not thrilled that you need a book called Managing Back Pain For Dummies, but you'll be thrilled that you bought it. Written by a neurosurgeon and a master personal trainer, this book contains expert advice that will help you feel better.
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Cheat Sheet / Updated 09-22-2025
Your back hurts, and you want to know what to do about it. Congratulations! You’ve come to the right place. We may not be able to tell you what’s causing your pain (probably nobody can), but we can tell you how to build a stronger back, and that’s likely to make the pain go away or reduce it to a point at which you can start enjoying your life again.