So, not sure what as ASC is? ASC is the abbreviation for ambulatory surgery center, like the one found at the Orthopedic & Sports Institute (OSI). These centers of care are an essential part of the healthcare delivery system, and an important component of the comprehensive care offerings at OSI. The OSI ambulatory surgery center is a leader in providing safe, high quality, cost-effective patient care, providing these firsts at its attached ASC:
- 2008: First partial knee replacement surgery
- 2009: First total knee & total hip replacement surgeries
- 2011: First bilateral total knee replacement
- 2012: First spine case performed at OSI ASC
To learn about the importance of raising awareness of ASCs and the benefits they deliver to patients, the community, and the healthcare system as a whole, click here.