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J. Scott Roth, MD, FACS

  • Division Chief, General, Endocrine, and Metabolic Surgery
  • Director, Center for Advanced Training and Simulation
  • Chief of Surgery, UK Good Samaritan Hospital
  • Section Head, Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • General Surgery
4.91 out of 5

Conditions

  • Hernia Program
  • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST)
  • Gastric Tumors
  • Adrenal Tumors

Procedures Performed

About

J. Scott Roth is both the Chief of the Gastrointestinal Surgery Section and the Director of the Center for Advanced Training and Simulation. He specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery with a focus in the areas of foregut surgery (hiatal and diaphragmatic hernias, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), achalasia, gastric tumors) and abdominal hernias (ventral, incisional and inguinal hernias), abdominal wall reconstruction (endoscopic and posterior component separation) and solid organ surgery (spleen, adrenal, and pancreas).

Dr. Roth is a nationally recognized leader in minimally invasive surgery. He received his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and subsequently trained in Surgery at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center followed by a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Kentucky. He returned to the University of Kentucky in 2008 as both the Director of MIS and Chief of GI Surgery. He is the Fellowship Director for the Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship training program.

Dr. Roth's research laboratory is evaluating mechanisms of improving hernia repair outcomes through the inhibition of Matrix Metalloproteinases resulting in alterations in collagen deposition. He is the Principal Investigator in several ongoing clinical trials evaluating outcomes in hernia repair.

Dr. Roth is fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of American and Gastrointestinal Surgery, the American Hernia Society, the Society of University of Surgeons, Southeastern Surgical Congress and the American Medical Association. He currently serves as the SAGES adviser to the AMA CPT Editorial Panel and is involved in the SAGES Legislative Committee and Hernia Task Force.

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Surgery
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Training & Education

Degree

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond, Va.

Residency

University of Kentucky, Lexington

Fellowship

Minimally Invasive Surgery, University of Kentucky, Lexington

Certifications and Special Training

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
American Board of Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.91 out of 5
32 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    Dr. Roth spent 45m w/me explaining thoroughly my condition - and my treatment options - including surgery -

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    Dr. Roth and his team were amazing. Pre-op-surg.-post-op. Excellent care.

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    Excellent. Answered all my questions to my satisfaction.

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    Dr. Roth was patient, understanding, courteous and professional with a welcome touch of humor. Took the time to explain issues and answer questions. Quality of care was exceptional. I could not be more pleased with a medical experience.

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    They all were the best.
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      Dr. Roth was professional - seemed like a caring physician.
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      Dr. Roth seems very caring and intelligent. I don't think any of the doctors really knows the sleepness nights I'm having due to my issues. However I believe he has my best interest at heart.
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      I will always recommend my dr
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      The surgeon is the best I've ever seen.
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      I am very pleased with my progress and Dr. Roth and staff during my procedure.
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      Very impressed.
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      Procedures and options were explained in detail. All questions were answered. Time was spent to address my concern. Very positive experience.
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      Very concerned and professional
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      Would recommend Dr Roth and his entire staff to anyone. They are all top notch
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      Dr. Roth and his intern, Dr. Loose, were both attentive and generous with their time. Explanation of the procedure was detailed and I was very impressed with their approach.
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      Dr Roth is a good person that cares.
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      Dr. Roth explained my problem, options and expectations very clearly and I felt quite comfortable about the whole situation.
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      Dr Roth and is staff were very kind during the time of my appointments, surgery, and follow ups. Dr Roth answered my questions and concerns. He was very patient, kind and caring.
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      I couldn't be more pleased with the doctor and staff. Was treated with compassion, kindness and the knowledge that they would take care of me during my treatment.
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      Excellent care
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      Dr. Roth is a top doctor!! I could not say enough good things about him! SUPERIOR doctor!
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      I drive over 2 hours to see Dr Roth. There's not many surgeons you find that have the skills he does along with the excellent bed side manor.
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      Excellent service over all
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      I received excellent care and information.
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      Issues were identified and addressed. Questions were answered - it was an excellent medical experience.
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      Dr. Roth was magnificent. He was patient, understanding of our concerns, kind and extremely knowledgeable. It was the BEST surgery I have ever experienced - he did an incredible job - amazing leader. A+++++.
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      Dr. Roth did not rush my appointment. He explained my surgery and options, and answered all my questions and concerns.
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      Outstanding
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      Dr. Roth was a nice balance of personal, professional, and knowledgeable.
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      Excellent
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      Dr. Roth is great and has surrounded himself with outstanding people.
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      It was an excellent experience. I could not have been more pleased. Professional, knowledgeable, courteous, informative, took the time to explain, and answer all questions.