Mark Savarise,
MD, MBA, FACS
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Savarise's clinical interest areas include ambulatory surgery, hernia, benign and malignant skin lesions, colorectal cancer (including screening), gallbladder disease, gastroesophageal reflux, hemorrhoids and other anorectal problems, and venous insufficiency of the lower extremities. Dr. Savarise works exclusively at the South Jordan Health Center.
Dr. Savarise's non-clinical areas of expertise are health policy, reimbursement, coding, rural and community practice, mentorship, and ergonomics.
Clinical Locations
801-213-5510
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.7/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
October 18, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Savarise listened to my concern for wanting his medical attention. After listening to my medical issue, Dr. Savarise told me of possible options to resolve my condition. Upon further examination a less invasive procedure could be made. I felt comfortable with Dr. Savarise and his recommendation
UofU Patient
October 01, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
It was a good experience
UofU Patient
September 11, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Seeing for a hernia. Asked me if I had constipation. If I did this would make me a surgical risk for failure if not first addressed. I was impressed he asked about that straight away
UofU Patient
September 01, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Savarise was wonderful. Very thorough in explaining treatment options. Dr S has a terrific "bedside" manner.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Great experience
UofU Patient
August 28, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I was very impressed with the physician. He seemed to really be on the ball and knowledgeable and covered the bases. I could tell he's a stellar physician!
UofU Patient
July 21, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Savarise is very knowledgeable and has a great positive attitude. He made me feel safe and reassured.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
At first I was disappointed to not see the Dr first but the student was thorough and kind. The Dr also spent as much time with me as I needed and truly listened to me.
UofU Patient
June 23, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
A very kind and professional staff
UofU Patient
June 07, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
May 05, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Thanks
UofU Patient
April 23, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Svarise was amazing. He had reviewed my surgery from 10 years ago. He had reviewed my latest colonoscopy. He had read all notes from doctors concerning my problem. He was well informed about my case, not looking as we were talking. He had done his homework about me and my problem. Pretty impressive!! Absolutely fantastic!
UofU Patient
April 14, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I was very nervous and he was so kind and patient
UofU Patient
March 27, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Savarise is an amazing doctor and surgeon. He not only treated my condition with expertise (hemorrhoids banding & excised a clot in a hemorrhoid), he also was concerned about my constipation and pelvic floor dysfunction, and gave me better advice about those conditions than my GI doctor. As a physician myself, I think I have high standards for the care I receive and Dr. Savarise has won my highest approval.
UofU Patient
February 27, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Very good
UofU Patient
February 17, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Awesome!!
UofU Patient
February 10, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Savarise is compassionate and shows genuine care towards me. He really listens as well.
UofU Patient
January 27, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I realized after reading the notes that doctor was thinking to have me take 2 TBLS metamucil daily but I probably wouldn't have taken that much...but he didn't verbalize that dose while I was there
UofU Patient
January 21, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
January 04, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Exclent
UofU Patient
December 16, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I was given several options depending on the outcome of test I need to take
UofU Patient
November 13, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Excellent and very professional
UofU Patient
October 28, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Savarise was not only courteous and professional, I was extremely impressed by the care he took in mentoring the med student that was with him. Great dr and teacher.
UofU Patient
August 19, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I felt very comfortable and confident with Dr. Savarise. He explained everything to well.
UofU Patient
August 12, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Great experience
UofU Patient
July 23, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Savarise was amazing. I absolutely adored him. This was my first visit. He listened, was attentive and provided me with options and made me feel optimistic. When, or if, I need to have my gallbladder removed he will be my top choice, I wish all surgeons were as kind, attentive and compassionate as he is.
UofU Patient
July 21, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Provider was very thorough in discussion of side effects, surgery procedures, good and bad outcomes. He kept the discussion at a level the average (non-medical) person (me) could follow and understand.
UofU Patient
June 24, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Savarise and staff were very courteous and efficient. Dr. Savarise was not only attentive to my medical problem, but also to my comfort during my in-office procedure.
UofU Patient
May 13, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Exceptionally good
UofU Patient
April 29, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Great team, thank you
UofU Patient
April 17, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
very happy with this health care provider!
UofU Patient
April 08, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
good experience
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I'm not a big fan of the assistant doctors but I know that's how the University hospital works
UofU Patient
February 26, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Doctor Savarise was very down to earth. He explained in detail how to treat my problem and listened to what I had to say. Best thing was, I left a message on MyChart and asked Doctor Savarise to call me. He personally called me; not a nurse, medical assistant or a PA as has always been the case with most other providers.
UofU Patient
January 14, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I had a great experience with this appointment. My feedback for my last appointment was more mediocre, and I wish I could go back and change the feedback to be a little bit better. I just didn't understand the sequence of some things. I felt like at that visit, the explanation of what to expect for surgery and how to prepare for surgery had been a bit too brief, and I was nervous and didn't think of all my questions on the spot. The explanation just before surgery was great, though. Very clear, and it helped me feel a bit less worried going into surgery. I was a bit more critical with my ratings of my last appointment because I didn't realize the explanation would come later, and I wish perhaps I'd gotten some of that explanation a bit sooner. This post-op appointment was great. Very efficient, good explanation of surgery outcome, etc. Based on this appointment and the surgery, I'd definitely recommend this provider.
UofU Patient
January 03, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
The PA had long fingernails or sharp fingernails that made the finger exam more unpleasant than it needed to be compared to previous exams I've had. The scope part of the exam was fine and they did a good job of not making it more uncomfortable than it needed to be. The visit was very efficient which I appreciated but also felt a bit rushed. I wish the surgery recommendation had come with a bit more explanation of what to expect, how to prepare, risks, etc. I was given a folder with a couple pages of info that were helpful for scheduling and post-surgery restrictions, but very little in the way of things to buy beforehand, etc. For the surgery itself, maybe it's better not to know as much because that can be a bit scary I suppose, but I prefer to know what is in store for me, rare risks and all. They did do a good job of reassuring me that my case is mild and will likely have a quick recovery without many risks, so I'm hopeful that's the case. Bedside manner was very good and made me feel more comfortable during what could've been a very awkward or embarrassing visit.
UofU Patient
December 26, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
I really liked Dr. Savarise. He is experienced and knowledgeable without me feeling as though he was talking over me or patronizing to my concerns. He immediately pinpointed the issue at hand and has a reasonable treatment plan that I appreciated. He was also very complimentary about my willingness to work towards healing through physical therapy exercises, which was kind of him. I am looking forward to having him do my surgery.
UofU Patient
November 30, 2020
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Some of the best bed side manner I've ever seen!
Dr. Savarise's clinical interest areas include ambulatory surgery, hernia, benign and malignant skin lesions, colorectal cancer (including screening), gallbladder disease, gastroesophageal reflux, hemorrhoids and other anorectal problems, and venous insufficiency of the lower extremities. Dr. Savarise works exclusively at the South Jordan Health Center.
Dr. Savarise's non-clinical areas of expertise are health policy, reimbursement, coding, rural and community practice, mentorship, and ergonomics.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
-
Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Research Interests
- Reimbursement Issues for Surgeons
- Development of Rural Surgery Systems
- Gastro-Esophageal Reflux, Including Minimally Invasive Surgery of the Esophageal Hiatus
- Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
- Ultrasound Applications in General Surgery
- Sentinel Node Biopsy for Melanoma and Breast Cancer
- Outcomes Research and Evidence-Based Best Practices for Surgeons
Education History
| Graduate Training | Brandeis University Business Administration. Beta Gamma Sigma honor society. M.B.A., 2017 |
| Residency | University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals General Surgery Resident, 1996 |
| Professional Medical | University of Colorado School of Medicine Medicine, with honors M.D., 1991 |
| Undergraduate | University of Colorado, Boulder B.A. with distinction, Major: Biochemistry; Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology. Phi Beta Kappa honor society B.A., 1987 |