Dr. Savage Is Named 2014 LMH Physician of the Year
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Contact: Tom Argyle,
October 10, 2014
Public Relations
(220) 564-1564
targyle@LMHealth.org
Dr. Savage Is Named 2014 LMH Physician of the Year
General Surgeon Brent M. Savage, M.D., has been named 2014 Physician of the Year at Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH). Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) President & CEO Rob Montagnese announced the award during the annual LMH Medical Staff Reception at Moundbuilders Country Club.
The Physician of the Year is elected each year by the members of the LMH Active Medical Staff to recognize a physician who has consistently demonstrated care and concern for patients, clinical knowledge, and a good relationship with peers and other Hospital staff members. Other nominees for the 2014 LMH Physician of the Year Award included Audrey K. Bennett, M.D., Khanh V. Dang, M.D., Janae M. Davis, M.D., and Aruna C. Gowda, M.D.
Dr. Savage joined Licking Memorial Surgical Services in 2010. He earned a bachelor’s degree in molecular genetics from The Ohio State University and a Medical Degree from Northwestern Ohio University College of Medicine in Rootstown, Ohio. Dr. Savage completed an internship in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital Center of Akron, as well as an internship and residency in general surgery at Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He is board certified in general surgery.
“As a community Hospital, Licking Memorial Hospital is fortunate to have physicians with such excellent credentials and experience,” Rob stated. “More than 90 percent of our physicians are board certified after demonstrating an advanced level of expertise in their fields. Dr. Savage has distinguished himself by his outstanding ability in the operating room and his rapport with colleagues. He is very deserving of joining LMH’s prestigious list of Physician of the Year recipients over the past 26 years.”
The LMH Active Medical Staff includes approximately 160 physicians who represent more than 30 medical specialties. For a physician referral, individuals are welcome to call the LMH Physician Referral Line at (220) 564-4014, or visit www.LMHealth.org and click on “Find a Doctor.”
Licking Memorial Hospital has served the medical needs of Licking County residents since it was founded in 1898. The 227-bed facility employs approximately 1,800 staff members to meet the healthcare needs of the community. Licking Memorial Hospital is proud to have been named to Truven Health Analytics’ national list of 100 Top Hospitals a total of 12 times. For more information, visit www.LMHealth.org. – # # # –