Ambulatory Surgery
The Ambulatory Surgery Center at Summit Health is a patient-centered, outpatient surgery facility for people who do not need to stay overnight in a hospital.
Overview
The Ambulatory Surgery Center at Summit Health is a patient-centered, outpatient surgery facility for people who do not need to stay overnight in a hospital. Our skilled physicians perform a wide range of surgical procedures, and most patients walk out and head home the same day. It is expert, comfortable, and convenient care built entirely around you.
What is ambulatory surgery?
Ambulatory surgery, also called outpatient or same-day surgery, allows you to have a procedure and return home the same day. You receive the same high level of surgical expertise you would expect from a hospital, but in a warm, streamlined setting designed for shorter, planned procedures. This means less time away from your daily life and a faster, more comfortable recovery in your own home.
Conditions and procedures
Our experienced surgical team performs many types of same-day procedures. Our ambulatory surgery services include, but are not limited to:
- Breast biopsies
- Colonoscopies
- Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeries
- Endoscopies
- Foot (podiatric) surgeries
- Hernia repairs
- Orthopedic surgeries
- Pain management
- Plastic and cosmetic surgeries
- Sports medicine surgeries
- Vein ligation
- Urologic surgeries
If you are unsure whether your procedure can be done as outpatient surgery, your Summit Health physician can help you understand your options and what to expect.
Outpatient surgery at its best
We are proud of the care we deliver, and our patients are, too. Our patients have reported a 95% satisfaction rate with all aspects of their ambulatory surgery care at Summit Health.
Our ambulatory surgery center meets the highest standards in health care:
- Licensed by the State of New Jersey as an Ambulatory Surgical Center
- Certified by Medicare
- Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)
These credentials show that our medical staff and facility comply with rigorous safety and quality standards. We are also fully equipped to respond to any medical emergency, however unlikely, that might arise during a procedure.
Experienced and compassionate, our physicians and staff provide individualized care in a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment. We have earned our outstanding reputation one patient at a time, and our goal is simple: to give every patient the best possible experience.
Why choose Summit Health for same-day surgery?
When you choose our ambulatory surgery center, you get expert care close to home without the demands of a hospital stay. You benefit from:
- A dedicated team focused only on outpatient surgery
- Shorter wait times and efficient, well-organized visits
- A calm, patient-first environment that helps ease anxiety
- Clear guidance before, during, and after your procedure
Accreditations
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)
Our NJ Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Berkeley Heights and Florham Park achieved recognition from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care for ongoing quality improvement, operational excellence, patient safety and quality of care.
Ambulatory Surgery providers
Michael Bilenker, DO
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Mary Elaine Carrillo, CRNA
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Tony George, MD
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Stephanie Guillaume, MD
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Mina Kim, MD
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Joseph Logan, DO
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Julia Pavelic, MD
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory Surgery
Martin Pavelic, MD
Anesthesiology, Ambulatory SurgeryLocations
Ambulatory Surgery: an Orthopedic patient story
For Jacquelyn Plick, electing to have same-day surgery was a simple solution to a more difficult problem. Nearly a year ago, the nurse practitioner tore her rotator cuff — a group of muscles that hold the arm in the shoulder socket. Since then, Jacquelyn has been living with constant pain and stiffness.
Patient resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Your care team will give you detailed, personalized instructions before your surgery. In general, you may be asked to stop eating or drinking after a certain time, adjust or pause certain medications, arrange a ride home, and wear loose, comfortable clothing. Following these instructions closely helps your procedure go smoothly. If you have any questions, we are always here to help.
Yes. Because you may receive anesthesia or sedation, you should not drive yourself home. Please arrange for a responsible adult to drive you and stay with you afterward. We recommend waiting at least 24 hours before you drive, operate machinery, or make important decisions.
When you arrive, our team will check you in and help you get settled. You will meet your surgical and anesthesia team, review your care plan, and have the chance to ask any last questions. After your procedure, you will rest in our recovery area until you are ready to go home. Most patients go home the same day with clear instructions for a comfortable recovery.
An ambulatory surgery center focuses only on planned, same-day procedures, while hospitals handle a much broader range of care, including overnight stays and emergencies. This focus often means shorter wait times, a more personal experience, and a calmer setting. You still receive the same level of surgical expertise and safety, just in an environment built for outpatient care.