Michael S. Roh, MD

Michael S. Roh, MD

Michael Roh, MD has dedicated his career to providing superior and comprehensive patient care in the Rockford region. He co-founded Rockford Spine Center, which offered nationally-recognized comprehensive spine care for 20 years before integrating the practice into OrthoIllinois in 2023.

Following his undergraduate studies at Brown University in Maryland, Dr. Roh attended Brown University School of Medicine where he completed his studies as Valedictorian and received his medical degree. Dr. Roh continued his training through an orthopaedic surgery residency at New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia University in New York. He pursued additional, specialized advanced training with a spinal surgery fellowship from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri – considered by many to be among the best training programs for spine surgery in the United States.

Today, Dr. Roh holds special expertise in cervical spine surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and the treatment of complex spine conditions. In his practice, Dr. Roh offers patients both compassion and perfectionism. He recognizes that anxiety and fear often accompany spinal disorders and he focuses on addressing the emotional as well as the physical aspects of his patients’ care. Dr. Roh maintains skills in the latest advancements and technologies in spinal care, and if surgical intervention is called for, he offers the solution that offers the highest probability of success.

Dr. Roh has served as a lecturer and trainer for orthopedic surgeons around the country on innovative disc replacement, deformity surgery, and advanced minimally-invasive techniques. He serves as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, and is a member of and committee co-chair for the Scoliosis Research Society. When he is not practicing medicine, Dr. Roh enjoys skiing, golf, and tennis, but most importantly, enjoying time and making memories with his wife and three children.

BACHELOR’S DEGREE Brown University
MEDICAL DEGREE Brown University School of Medicine
RESIDENCY New York Orthopaedic Hospital, Columbia University
ORTHOPEDIC SPINE FELLOWSHIP Washington University School of Medicine

 

Dr. Roh and Ortho Illinois accept multiple insurance providers. To see a list of insurances accepted click here. Contact your insurance carrier for you specific plan details.

Memberships

  • Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Member, Scoliosis Research Society
  • Member, North American Spine Society
  • Member, Illinois State Medical Society
  • Member, Winnebago County Medical Society
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford

Hospital Affiliations

  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
  • UW Health Northern Illinois / SwedishAmerican Hospital
  • Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital
  • Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation
  • 2019 America’s Most Honored Professionals -American Registry Ltd.
  • 2018 – 2023 Castle and Connolly Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery
    Castle Connolly Medical Ltd.
  • 2011 Patients’ Choice Award
  • 2018 “Near perfect scores as voted by patients”, Vitals.com (online physician rating)
  • 2011 Compassionate Doctor Recognition
  • 2018 Vitals.com (an online physician rating agency)
  • 2015 Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award
  • 2018 “Only 1% of US doctors receive this honor”, Vitals.com
  • 2015 Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Year Honoree
  • 2018 “Recognizes doctors with the highest scores in bedside manner”, Vitals.com
  • 2014 On-Time Doctor Award
  • 2018 Vitals.com (an online physician rating agency)
  • 2017 341 Spine Surgeons to Know Becker’s Spine Review
  • 2016 344 Spine Surgeons to Know Becker’s Spine Review
  • 2016 America’s Most Honored Professionals – Top 1% -2017 American Registry
  • 2015 Premier Spine Surgeon – Newsweek Magazine
  • 2015 HealthGrades Awards for Spine Surgery
  • 2013 Rockford Memorial Hospital: Five-Star Recipient for Spine Surgery for 5 Years in a Row (2009-13) Ranked Among Top 10 for Spine Surgery for 7 Years in a Row (2007-2013)Ranked #1 in Illinois for Spine Surgery in 2013 Ranked Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Spine Surgery in 2013Recipient of HealthGrades Spine Surgery Excellence Award in 2013One of HealthGrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery in 2013
  • 2014 236 Spine Surgeons to Know Becker’s Spine Review
    2014 Top 10 Doctor – State (Illinois) Vitals.com (an online physician rating agency)
  • 2014 Top 10 Doctor – City (Rockford, IL) Vitals.com (an online physician rating agency)