Jason Savage, MD

Dr. Jason W. Savage is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in the comprehensive treatment of spinal disorders, from common neck and back conditions to the most complex spinal deformities. With more than a decade of experience at leading academic medical centers, he is dedicated to helping patients reduce pain, restore function, and return to the activities they enjoy.
Expertise & Specialties
Dr. Savage treats a wide range of spinal conditions, including:
Adult spinal deformity and scoliosis
Degenerative disc disease
Herniated discs
Spinal stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Cervical myelopathy
Radiculopathy (pinched nerves)
Spine trauma and fractures
Revision spine surgery
Neck and back pain
He is particularly recognized for his expertise in adult spinal deformity surgery and complex spinal reconstruction, helping patients with challenging spinal conditions achieve meaningful improvements in quality of life.
Education & Training
A native of New Jersey, Dr. Savage graduated magna cum laude from Boston College before earning his medical degree with distinction from Rutgers University's Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Northwestern University and a Spine Surgery Fellowship at the University of Wisconsin.
Nationally Recognized Leadership
Prior to joining Emory, Dr. Savage served as a spine surgeon at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic. At Cleveland Clinic, he was Director of the Spine Surgery Fellowship and Director of the Center for Adult Spinal Deformity, leading one of the nation's premier deformity programs. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Co-Director of the Spine Surgery Fellowship at Emory.
Research & Innovation
Dr. Savage is an internationally recognized educator and researcher who has authored more than 65 peer-reviewed publications and numerous book chapters. He frequently lectures across the United States and internationally on spine surgery, patient optimization, and adult spinal deformity. He is also a past President of the Lumbar Spine Research Society and an active member of several leading spine organizations.
A Personalized Approach to Care
Dr. Savage believes that every patient deserves individualized care and a treatment plan tailored to their goals and lifestyle. Whether recommending non-surgical treatment or advanced surgical intervention, he is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and treating every patient as he would a member of his own family.