Atrium Health Ambulatory Surgical Centers Recognized Among Best by U.S. News

Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery holds top spot for Orthopedics and Spine in North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 31, 2025 – Two Atrium Health ambulatory surgical centers, the Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery and the Atrium Health Endoscopy Center Kenilworth, have been named among U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers” list for 2025.

The Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery, in Charlotte, was formed through a joint venture with Atrium Health and Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates in 2007 and serves as a key location for SpineFirst, a partnership designed to integrate the expertise of these two renowned organizations. The center has achieved national recognition as the only ambulatory surgical center in Charlotte ranked for orthopedics and spine. It also holds the prestigious position of being ranked No. 1 in orthopedics and spine in North Carolina.

The Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery (CCSS) is the original joint venture established between Atrium Health and Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates (CNSA.) Together, they deliver comprehensive spine care solutions that ensure exceptional patient outcomes. Physicians and surgeons at SpineFirst perform a range of surgical and nonsurgical procedures at the Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery, leveraging advanced technology to deliver optimal patient results.

"We are incredibly honored to be recognized as the top ambulatory surgical center for orthopedics and spine in North Carolina," said Sarah Bender, executive director, Carolina Center for Specialty Surgery. "This achievement is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our entire team at SpineFirst. Our surgeons and teammates strive to provide our patients with the highest quality care using the latest technology and innovative techniques. Being acknowledged at this level inspires us to continue setting new standards in outpatient surgical care."

Additionally, Atrium Health Endoscopy Center Kenilworth in Charlotte, has been recognized for its excellence in colonoscopy and endoscopy. The center is also accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and certified with the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. A team of certified nurses from the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates contributes to the high standard of care at this facility. The center offers services such as colonoscopy, colonoscopy with polypectomy, upper endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) and flexible sigmoidoscopy.

Ambulatory surgical centers, like those at Atrium Health, are distinguished for providing same-day surgical and diagnostic procedures. These facilities offer a range of outpatient services, including colonoscopies, hip and knee replacements and cataract surgery, without the need for an overnight stay. Patients typically benefit from shorter wait times and lower costs, compared to traditional hospital-based surgical procedures.

For more information about the services offered at these award-winning centers, please visit SpineFirst