Shared Content has been named one of the Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. These ratings of outpatient surgical centers offer patients a data-informed resource when seeking outpatient surgical care. 

As an AMSURG-affiliated surgery center, we are at the forefront of gastroenterology. AMSURG is a leader in ambulatory surgery center services with 64 of its surgery centers being recognized by U.S. News. 

“Providing high-quality patient care is a core commitment at every AMSURG center,” said Jeff Snodgrass, President and CEO of AMSURG. “Having 64 of our centers recognized by U.S. News & World Report is a testament to the expertise and compassion of our teams across the country. This achievement directly reflects our unwavering dedication to excellence. Congratulations to all centers honored.” 

U.S. News and its partner CareJourney rated more than 4,000 surgery centers across the country on several criteria, including how successfully they avoided complications, ER visits, unplanned hospitalizations and other undesirable outcomes; patient outcomes; risk-adjustment and more. Ambulatory Surgery Centers were evaluated in four separate specialty areas: Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology and Urology. 

Click here for more information. For more on the U.S. News Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers ratings, explore Facebook and Instagram using #BestASCs. 

Colon cancer survivor Karen Fisher transformed her pain of diagnosis into a purpose to help others, partnering with our very own Dr. Trupti Shinde, to create a nonprofit foundation dedicated to providing educational, financial and emotional support for CRC patients and caregivers. Click here to learn more!

 

We are pleased to announce that following the temporary closure due to the state of emergency declared in anticipation of Tropical Storm Idalia, our two endoscopy centers are now open and ready to serve you. Your safety and well-being remain our utmost priority, and we look forward to providing you with the care you need.

All appointments that were scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 30, will be promptly rescheduled.

When HCA Florida Citrus Hospital pharmacist was diagnosed with stage 2a colon cancer, she found herself in a whirlwind of medical appointments and confusion. It was Dr. Trupti Shinde who stepped in, ordered the life-saving colonoscopy, and later supported the creation of a community mission to educate others. Discover how this diagnosis led to the formation of the Citrus Colorectal Cancer Foundation, and how Dr. Shinde’s compassion and expertise played a crucial role in this inspiring story. Your click could lead to better awareness and potentially save lives.

Read the full story here.