Dr. Gerald Rodts Jr, MD
Neurosurgery ·
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Age 57
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Dr. Gerald Rodts Jr, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Atlanta, GA and has been practicing for 23 years. He graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians and Surgeons in 1987 and specializes in neurosurgery.
Emory Orthopaedic and Spine
59 Executive Park South NE Ste 3000
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 778-3350
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Spine Disorders
very high
more than 99% of peers
Spondylosis
very high
more than 98% of peers
Spinal Stenosis
very high
more than 98% of peers
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1 Specialties
- Neurosurgery
1 Board Certifications
- NeurosurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Neurological Surgery*
45 Conditions Treated
- Aneurysm
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Disorders
- Broken Neck
- Cancer
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Ear Disorders
- Epilepsy
- Fracture
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Nerve Sheath Tumors
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteosarcoma
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Scoliosis
- Secondary Malignancies
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Tumor
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Thrombosis
- Vascular Disease
- Vertebral Column Tumors
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11 Procedures
- Brain Surgery
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
- Herniated Disc Surgery
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Neuroplasty
- Neurostimulation
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Georgia.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Columbia University College Of Physicians and SurgeonsMedical School | Graduated 1987
- University Of California Los AngelesInternship Hospital | Completed 1988
- University Of California Los AngelesResidency Hospital | Completed 1994
- Emory UniversityFellowship Hospital | Completed 1995
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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could not have been better at all levels
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jay mitchell in atlanta, GA – Oct 03, 2018
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I was very nervous about the condition of my neck that was explained to me by the referring doctor He assured me Dr Rodts was an excellent surgeon As soon as I met Dr Rodts he put me at ease by explaining the procedure and that he had done this surgery many times I feel blessed to have...Read More
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Cherry Long in Griffin , GA – Sep 10, 2018
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We cannot thank Dr. Roots enough! His surgical expertise combined with excellent follow-up care have led to a complete recovery in record time. His staff are most courteous and professional as well.
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1Gordon in Key West, FL – Aug 29, 2018
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If you are considering back surgery, there is only one doctor in Atlanta to consider -- Dr. Rodts. He has performed 3 successful back surgeries on my wife. This was my first significant surgery. I am amazed at how little pain I experienced in my time in the hospital and the weeks of recovery...Read More
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Jerry Goldstein – May 30, 2018
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Impressed with Dr. Rodts and his ability to identify your problem and solution.
While it is too early to judge outcome (around three weeks) I am generally pleased with the progress.
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C. B. (Jack) Rogers,Jr. in Vero Beach, Florida – Mar 24, 2018
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