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Dr. Jesse Savage, MD

Dr. Jesse Savage, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Jesse Savage, MD is a neurosurgeon in Bakersfield, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bakersfield Heart Hospital and Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Sequoia Brain & Spine, Inc.

9330 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(661) 324-0500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Savage is affiliated with Bakersfield Heart Hospital Bakersfield, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Savage is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Savage specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Savage's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Savage

4.7

61 ratings, 59 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anthony Davis – Apr 22, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julian Nunez – Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David Rowland – Feb 26, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Robert the equalizer Barrett jr of indiana – Feb 04, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sara Saman Jacob – Jan 07, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cecilia Garcia – Dec 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Jeanette Rigdon – May 22, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Junie – Nov 10, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Gary Bone – Nov 01, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Paul McGriff – Aug 11, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Janet Ward – Aug 03, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mike Bierbaum – Aug 03, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
JD – Jun 12, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Shelly – Dec 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lewis T. Ford – Jul 01, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark Bradford – Jul 01, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Kim L – Jun 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kristen – Jun 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
7 people found this helpful
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May 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
B. Oburn – May 25, 2022
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biography

Dr. Savage's clinical focus is multifaceted. In the area of neuro-oncology, he specializes in cranial base tumors, including pituitary tumors, meningiomas, schwannomas, and chordomas. As well, he has expertise with cerebrovascular disorders, aneurysms,...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Oncology

  • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Skull Base Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Trauma Surgery

  • Neurovascular Surgery

  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Virginia Hospital|university Of Virginia Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2015

  • Auckland New Zealand

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014

  • University Of Virginia Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2009

  • Doctor Of Philosophy Purdure University / Main Campus

    2005

  • Purdue University

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Savage is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Sequoia Brain & Spine, Inc.

    Bakersfield Office9330 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311
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    IU Health Physicians Neurosurgery

    IU Health Physicians Neurosurgery362 W 15th St # 5100 Indianapolis, IN 46202
    2
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Bakersfield Heart Hospital

      3001 Sillect Ave
      Bakersfield, CA 93308
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

      420 34th St
      Bakersfield, CA 93301
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield

      2215 Truxtun Ave
      Bakersfield, CA 93301

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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