Black Canyon Surgical Center Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as Top Facility for Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, and Spine Care

MONTROSE, Colo. (July 11, 2025) – For the second year in a row, Black Canyon Surgical Center has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best ambulatory surgery centers in the nation. The center was specifically recognized for excellence in ophthalmology, orthopedics, and spine care.

Ambulatory surgical centers are independent health care facilities that focus on performing surgical and diagnostic procedures that do not require an overnight stay. Black Canyon Surgical Center offers these services to patients who do not need full hospital-based surgical procedures, allowing for faster recovery and return to daily life.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top ambulatory surgery centers in the nation,” said Dan Soderlind, administrator for Black Canyon Surgical Center. “This recognition reflects the unwavering commitment of our entire team to provide exceptional care, ensure patient safety, and deliver the highest quality outcomes. It’s a privilege to serve our communities, and this acknowledgment inspires us to continue raising the standard of outpatient surgical care.”

There are currently 5,828 Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) in the United States. The rankings from U.S. News & World Report are based on outcome data, including how well facilities avoid complications, emergency room visits, unplanned hospitalizations and other negative outcomes. Of the 5,828 ASCs nationwide, 147 are in Colorado. Black Canyon Surgical Center was one of only two facilities in the state recognized for outstanding ophthalmology care and one of six recognized for excellence in orthopedics and spine care.

Montrose Regional Health partners with independent providers in the community to deliver high-quality care, including its collaboration with Black Canyon Surgical Center. The center is a multi-specialty ambulatory surgery facility in Montrose, providing orthopedic, endoscopic, ophthalmic, general surgery, ENT, podiatric, dental, urologic and pain management services to patients across a five-county region.

To learn more about Black Canyon Surgical Center, contact Dan Soderlind at [email protected] or 970-249-6971.