MemorialCare Named Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in U.S. News & World Report Third Year in a Row

Two MemorialCare outpatient surgical centers recognized for excellence in ophthalmology, colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 8:06am

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MemorialCare, a not-for-profit healthcare system in California, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as having two of the Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in the country for the third consecutive year. The MemorialCare Outpatient Surgical Center Long Beach was honored for ophthalmology, colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures, while the MemorialCare Digestive Care Center at Saddleback Medical Center was recognized for colonoscopy and endoscopy.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights MemorialCare's commitment to providing high-quality, value-based outpatient surgical care that is efficient, accessible and patient-centered. As outpatient surgery becomes more common, these rankings help patients identify facilities with a proven track record of excellence in quality and clinical outcomes.

The details

U.S. News & World Report's ratings analyzed objective, risk-adjusted metrics such as successful avoidance of post-procedural complications and low rates of emergency room visits and unplanned hospitalizations. Only 16% of the over 4,400 outpatient surgical centers evaluated nationwide earned a "High Performing" rating from U.S. News.

  • MemorialCare has been recognized as a Best Ambulatory Surgery Center by U.S. News & World Report for the third consecutive year.

The players

MemorialCare

A not-for-profit, integrated healthcare delivery system with 225 care locations, including leading hospitals, medical groups, research programs, health plans and outpatient centers throughout Orange and Los Angeles counties in California.

David Kim, M.D.

President of MemorialCare.

Ben Harder

Chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News & World Report.

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What they’re saying

“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

“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, U.S. News & World Report

The takeaway

This recognition of MemorialCare's ambulatory surgery centers demonstrates the healthcare system's commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered outpatient care that prioritizes safety, efficiency and positive clinical outcomes. As outpatient procedures become more common, these rankings can help patients and their doctors identify facilities that excel in delivering exceptional surgical care.