Service

Outpatient Surgery

Surgery that does not require an overnight hospital stay.

Also called: same-day surgery, ambulatory surgery, day surgery

Who Can Help with Outpatient Surgery?

Hospitals
A facility that admits patients for overnight care and provides emergency, surgical and other medical services.
Surgery Centers
An outpatient center where patients have surgery or procedures, such as endoscopy or cataract surgery, and go home the same day.
General Surgeons
A surgeon who operates on the abdomen, skin and soft tissues, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal and appendectomy.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about outpatient surgery and what is right for you.