The Surgical Center at Columbia Orthopaedic Group has been ranked number one in Missouri by Newsweek and most recently, number seven in the lineup for the best ambulatory surgery center in the United States.

Out of 400 centers in 25 states, participants were surveyed to measure the following factors:

1. Quality of care
2. Performance data
3. Peer recommendations in relation to participants in each state
4. Covid-19 protocols

Previously ranked as the number one ASC in Missouri for 2021 based on Newsweek's annual rankings, The Surgical Center at Columbia Orthopaedic Group has exceeded expectations and proven that they provide the highest quality of healthcare to their patients.

Dr. Tarbox, President of The Surgical Center at Columbia Orthopaedic Group said ranking on the ASC list is one of the groups greatest honors.

"This is a big accomplishment for us as a group and one of the greatest honors" said Tarbox.

"We are pleased to have made it on the best ASC list for 2021," said Dr. Adams, President of Columbia Orthopaedic group. "We believe the quality of care we provide every day and our team's performance during the pandemic, truly set us apart from the other candidates."