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Dr. Adam Caputo, MD

Dr. Adam Caputo, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Adam Caputo, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Chattanooga, TN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 102 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (102 reviews)

Locations

Spine Surgery Associates

Spine Surgery Associates1736 Gunbarrel Rd Chattanooga, TN 37421
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Caputo specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Caputo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Caputo

4.9
102 ratings, 89 with a written review
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new lease on life
Dr. Caputo is such a blessing! I can't say enough good things about him and his team. Thank you so much for getting my wife out of pain and giving her new lease on life. She was dealing with bad back problems for many years and finally she can enjoy life again.
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 other person found this helpful
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Sandy – Feb 14, 2025
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took on a challenging situation
Dr. Caputo was willing to take a look at my case even though other doctors were not even willing to see me. His skills gave me my life back again. I am grateful that he was willing to see me despite other people giving up on me.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 06, 2024
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I became Disabled Unable to Walk and Constant Pain
When I had first was seen by Dr. Caputo, he appeared very friendly and extremely caring about my spine issues. He recommended a Spinal Fusion. In March of 2023 I had my first spinal fusion surgery but the apparatus that he put in my Spine because the apparatus was laying on all my nerves and causing excruciating pain. Dr. Caputo said he would perform another surgery to adjust it off of my nerves, so in September of 2023 I had another Spinal Fusion Surgery. Since then I am unable to walk and my feet are numb and I have foot drop. He wouldn't allow me to see his mentor Dr. Pearce for a second opinion to find out what was wrong. He did not manage my pain and my GP had to. He released me although he caused my disability. I have found another surgeon who will try to correct what Dr. Caputo has done to me. The new Dr. has found on my MRI received from Dr. Caputo's Office that one of the rods came loose from the screw. I am totally disabled at this time and still in a lot of Pain
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
4 others found this helpful
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Tina – Sep 07, 2024
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Grateful Patient
The leg pain from my L4/L5 pinched nerve is horrible. I had surgery 6 years ago, but the pain came back in 4 years and I have had epidurals to shrink the inflamed nerve. At times you can wait even 2 months to get another epidural, and medications give little relief from the pain while you wait for the epidural. I've had 2 former neurosurgeons retire on me, forcing me to find yet another doctor, so I left their medical practice. After calling Dr. Caputo's office I was able to get an appointment within 5 days, which was great, when you are in pain. I was shown on my MRI where the problem was and he clearly articulated the three options that I had to deal with it. For once, I got answers from my physician. He set me up for an epidural within one week. I could not be more pleased and highly recommend Dr. Caputo and his support staff who were also wonderful.
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
7 others found this helpful
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May 07, 2023
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Dr. Caputo found and fixed the source of 55 years of pain. I have lost count of how many others had tried and failed; he has changed my life and, more importantly, my enjoyment of life with my wife Deborah! Ray Herrmann
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Ray Herrmann – Nov 15, 2021
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Excellent Dr. Skills. Answered all our questions. Addressed all our concerns. Explained everything in detail in a manner we could understand. Excellent "bedside manner". Already recommended him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Larry – Sep 30, 2021
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great doc
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 08, 2021
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He listens very well
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Diana Barnes wright – Jun 01, 2021
Dr. Caputo's Reply –
Thank you for the kind rating, Diana.
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Dr Adam Caputo is an excellent doctor. Besides being a great surgeon, he has a wonderful “bedside manner.” He explains in detail procedures, etc. He is very kind and makes you feel good about your situation. I would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Donald (Larry) George – Jan 08, 2021
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This dr is a lifesaver. After a botched back operation he took me on as a patient and fixed me. After seeing 3 different doctors he was the only one to correctly diagnose my issues. A phenomenal Christian doctor. Highly, highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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D. Soard – Aug 24, 2020
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Dr. Caputo is a very, very excellent doctor. I have nothing but praise for him and his staff. I would highly recommend Dr. Caputo and the office staff to others.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ronald Vandergriff – Jul 20, 2020
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He was very friendly, knowledgeable and thorough. Would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Judy Thompson – Jul 13, 2020
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I went to Spine Suegery Associates for the first time last week. Everyone there was very nice & professional. Dr. Caputo and his team are amazing!! Thank you so much for the time you spent with me! I will definitely refer this group to others needing a specialist!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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MPotter – Jul 06, 2020
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Caring, understanding of problem
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 03, 2020
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Very informative , personable, gave me all my options and left it up to me
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Debra Binkley – May 27, 2020
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Pcp sent me to have a numbness issue looked into, Dr Caputo and his staff could not have been nicer. Would definitely recommend them to others, they didnt rush and answered all our questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Chris – May 27, 2020
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I was a little apprehensive going into this procedure but after meeting with Dr. Caputo he explained what the surgery was going to entail and my fears faded away. The surgery was successful just as he explained. I am so thankful that my Heavenly Father along with my family doctor directed me to this group.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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John – May 15, 2020
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My journey with Dr. Caputo and his practice started on 7/26/2019 with my first consult for his professional opinion on a very damaged spine after I fell 22 years ago at age 46, I am now 68. I fell outside my home in the yard when my foot slipped and really hit the ground hard on my bottom. I knew I was injured pretty bad. own, many doctors told me they could not operate and assure me I would not be paralyzed. So with that being the situation, I obtained all the information I could about my injuries, went to Physical Therapy, they worked out a routine of exercise for me and living with my condition began. My Spiritual Strength and beliefs were my strongest Hope. Then I met Dr. Adam Caputo at Spine Surgery Associates, I know he was Spiritually sent to me and my prayers had been answered the day he said he could repair my back and I had not doubt that he could repair it and I told him so. So we scheduled surgery. The knowledge and affirmation that I could be better was noted & I am
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Dorothy Ann Studdard – May 04, 2020
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The staff was very professional, and saw me in a timely manner. My appointment was with Derrick who answered any question I might have. Dr Caputo also came in to see me that day even though I had already seen Derrick. Both of them covered my issues with care and concern.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Abigail Wakefield – Apr 27, 2020
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Outstanding Dr. who is not only proficient but very friendly. I have been seen by quite a few doctors during my 30+ years in the U.S. military. Dr. Adam Caputo is the best. He listens and he asks questions. I was up and around after the procedure and have not had a bad day yet. Thank you Dr. Caputo.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Gary Miller – Feb 26, 2020
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care philosophy

Dr. Caputo is a highly trained subspecialist who has dedicated his practice exclusively to the care of neck and back disorders. Dr. Caputo focuses on noninvasive, minimally invasive and microscopic techniques.

biography

Dr. Caputo graduated as valedictorian of his high school class of over 460 students. He then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on the Chancellor's Carolina Scholarship, University of North Carolina Merit Scholarship and the...read more
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Orthocarolina Spine Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkridge Medical Center

    2333 McCallie Ave
    Chattanooga, TN 37404
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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