U.S. News & World Report recently honored two MemorialCare facilities. They rank among the Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in the country. Furthermore, this marks their third consecutive year on this prestigious list. The Long Beach facility specializes in Ophthalmology and Colonoscopy. Meanwhile, the Laguna Hills location earned top marks for digestive care.
U.S. News evaluated over 4,400 outpatient surgical centers nationwide. Specifically, only the highest-rated facilities earn this designation. The 2026 evaluation analyzed risk-adjusted metrics for performance. Analysts also measured successful avoidance of post-surgical complications. Consequently, only 16% of centers reached High Performing status.
“Outpatient, same-day surgery has become a cornerstone of value-based care,” said David Kim, M.D., president, MemorialCare. “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.”
These ratings empower consumers to find high-quality local care. Ben Harder, chief of health analysis, explained the rankings.
“The Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers ratings empower consumers to find a local outpatient location that matches their surgical needs with exceptional outcomes,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “These ratings help patients, in consultation with their doctors, identify facilities with a proven track record of excellence in quality and clinical outcomes.”
Additionally, the analysis accounted for pre-existing patient conditions. This ensures fair comparisons across different surgical centers. MemorialCare continues to lead the industry in accessible outpatient surgical capabilities.
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