U.S. News & World Report rated over 4,400 surgery centers in three separate specialty areas: Colonoscopy, Endoscopy and Ophthalmology
Two of MemorialCare’s ambulatory surgery centers in Long Beach and Laguna Hills were named Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers out of more than 4,400 outpatient surgical centers nationwide, by U.S. News & World Report— the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer health advice. MemorialCare Outpatient Surgical Center Long Beach was recognized for Ophthalmology and Colonoscopy & Endoscopy, while MemorialCare Digestive Care Center at Saddleback Medical Center, was recognized for Colonoscopy & Endoscopy.
“Outpatient, same-day surgery has become a cornerstone of value-based care. It allows us to deliver high-quality care at the right time, for the right cost, in a way that is efficient, accessible, and patient centered. MemorialCare is committed to building our reputation as a community and industry leader in access to advanced outpatient surgical capabilities so patients can benefit from leading-edge care without compromising safety or outcomes.”
- David Kim, M.D., president, MemorialCare
U.S. News’ ratings are designed to help patients make informed decisions about where to receive outpatient surgical care in consultation with their physician. Through a partnership with Arcadia, U.S. News’ 2026 evaluation analyzed objective, risk-adjusted metrics, including:
- Successful avoidance of post-procedural complications
- Low rates of emergency room visits and unplanned hospitalizations
The analysis accounted for patient factors, including pre-existing conditions, to ensure fair comparisons. U.S. News& World Report awards the designation of “Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers” only to the highest-rated surgical centers that satisfy U.S. News' statistical assessment of performance; 16% of evaluated facilities earned a “High Performing” rating.
“The Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers ratings empower consumers to find a local outpatient location that matches their surgical needs with exceptional outcomes. These ratings help patients, in consultation with their doctors, identify facilities with a proven track record of excellence in quality and clinical outcomes.”
- Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News
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