About Dr. Savage
Dr. David Savage is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who has had extensive training in orthopedic care, knowledge that he continuously updates and builds upon.
Dr. Savage has advanced expertise in the areas of direct anterior hip replacement, wrist fractures, arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery including ligament reconstruction and meniscus repair or partial removal, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, computer-assisted navigation for hip and knee replacement, and sports injuries in children and adults.
Education
Board-Certified: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 1995, 2005
Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, 1990-1993
Residency: General Surgery, Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, 1989-1990
MD: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 1988
Undergraduate Studies: Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 1980-1984
Medical Licensure: Texas
Dr. Savage doesn’t limit his education to the classroom, however. Through his numerous memberships and fellowships, as well as active involvement in the community, Dr. Savage is always learning about the latest and most effective treatment techniques, allowing him to provide his patients with the state-of-the-art solutions they need. He travels around the country to learn new techniques from pioneers in Orthopaedic Surgery.
Organizations & Associations
Diplomate: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Fellow: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Member: Texas Medical Association, Texas Orthopedic Association, Southern Orthopedic Association, Travis County Medical Association
Clinical Instructor: Austin Medical Foundation; Family Practice – IM Residents; Baylor College of Medicine, Physician Assistant Students
Community Speaker: 3M Corporation, South Austin Medical Center, Austin Surgical Hospital
Volunteer: Westlake High School Athletic Physical Assessments
