Summit Orthopedics Named Minnesota’s Best for Orthopedics and Spine by US News & World Report
We’re thrilled to announce that U.S. News & World Report has recognized Summit Orthopedics as one of the 2025-2026 Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) for Orthopedics and Spine in Minnesota for the second year in a row.
This isn’t just any award; it’s a huge deal because it means you, our patients, have a new, reliable resource to help you make informed decisions about your outpatient surgical care.
What Does the “Best” Rating Mean?
U.S. News teamed up with CareJourney to evaluate nearly 5,000 surgery centers across the country for this rating. They looked at a lot of crucial factors, including:
- Avoiding Complications: How successfully centers prevent issues like infections or other surgical setbacks.
- ER Visits & Unplanned Hospitalizations: Ensuring patients could recover smoothly at home without needing emergency care or re-admission.
- Patient Outcomes: Focusing on how well patients recovered and achieved their health goals.
- Risk Adjustment: Fairly comparing centers by accounting for different patient health complexities.
Summit Orthopedics was evaluated in the Orthopedics and Spine specialty area, and we’re incredibly proud that our commitment to excellence shone through. Unlike some other rankings, surgery centers couldn’t opt out of this evaluation, making the results truly comprehensive and objective.
A Tremendous Honor and a Testament to Our Team
Beckie Hines, COO, shared her excitement, saying, “Having been named a top ASC in Orthopedics and Spine by U.S. News is a tremendous honor. Patient care is our highest priority, and we are proud to be the only ASC group in Minnesota to have received this award.”
This recognition truly reflects the dedication and skill of every single member of the Summit Orthopedics team – from our surgeons and nurses to our therapists and support staff. We work tirelessly to provide you with the safest, most effective, and compassionate care possible.
Why Does US News & World Report Matter to You?
In today’s healthcare landscape, an increasing number of procedures are moving to outpatient settings like our Ambulatory Surgery Centers. This offers convenience, often a quicker recovery, and can be more cost-effective.
U.S. News & World Report’s new ratings are all about transparency. As Sumita Singh, senior vice president and general manager of Healthcare at U.S. News, put it, “Now, anyone facing an outpatient procedure can make data-fueled, informed choices for numerous possible surgical procedures they may need.”
Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News, added that these ratings “provide the objective insights patients need to navigate their health care journey with confidence.”
We believe you deserve to feel confident and informed about your healthcare decisions. This “Best” designation from U.S. News & World Report provides that extra layer of assurance that when you choose Summit Orthopedics, you’re choosing a leader in orthopedic and spine surgical care in Minnesota.
About Summit Orthopedics
For over 30 years, Summit Orthopedics has been dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate musculoskeletal care across the Twin Cities and throughout Greater Minnesota. Our team of highly trained surgeons, physicians, physician assistants, therapists, and certified athletic trainers offers a full range of conservative and progressive treatment options, from injury prevention to surgical solutions and rehabilitation. With more than 800 team members across 25 locations, we’re here to help you move freely and live fully.
