A native of Alabama, Dr. Roden was born and raised in Albertville. He attended Auburn University where he received a B.S. in Pre-health, Zoology. In 2002 Dr. Roden graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He received many honors including the coveted Dean’s Medal given to one graduating dental student, selected by the Dean of the Dental School annually, based on academic, service, and leadership accomplishments. He was also inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the dental honor fraternity.

After dental school, Dr. Roden started his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at UAB. This was a six year program. During this residency, Dr. Roden completed medical school and was awarded an M.D. degree in 2005. He received specialized training in surgical principles, medicine, oral and facial surgery, trauma surgery, general surgery, and anesthesia.