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FOREST CANYON ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CTR PC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in FLAGSTAFF, AZ, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.9 out of 5 from 47 reviews.

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FOREST CANYON ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CTR PC

flagstaff, AZMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

560 N. SWITZER CANYON DR

FLAGSTAFF, AZ

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(928) 774-3044

Service Area

This provider serves patients in FLAGSTAFF and surrounding areas in AZ.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

Otolaryngology (ENT Surgery)6
Tonsillectomy / AdenoidectomyThe tonsils and sometimes the adenoids are removed for repeated infections or sleep-disordered breathing. Recovery is notably harder for adults than children, with significant throat pain for a week or more and a real emphasis on staying hydrated.Ear Tube PlacementTiny tubes are placed through the eardrum to drain fluid and ventilate the middle ear, most often for children with recurrent ear infections. The procedure takes about 10 minutes and the tubes usually fall out on their own within a year.Sinus Surgery (FESS)A camera and instruments passed through the nostrils open blocked sinus drainage pathways, with no external incisions. Considered for chronic sinusitis that has not improved with medication. Congestion often worsens briefly before it improves.SeptoplastyThe wall of cartilage and bone between the nostrils is straightened to improve airflow through a blocked side. It addresses breathing rather than external appearance, though it is sometimes combined with cosmetic reshaping.Turbinate ReductionSwollen tissue inside the nose is shrunk to improve airflow, frequently at the same time as septoplasty. Often the difference between a nose that is structurally straight and one that actually feels open.LaryngoscopyA scope examines the voice box and vocal cords, used for persistent hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, or throat pain that has not resolved. Small lesions can sometimes be biopsied or removed during the same procedure.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery6
Breast Augmentation / ReductionBreast size is increased by placing implants, or decreased by removing breast tissue and skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Reduction is often performed to relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by breast weight.RhinoplastySurgery that reshapes the nose by altering the bone and cartilage beneath the skin. It is performed to change appearance, to correct breathing problems caused by internal structure, or both. Swelling takes months to fully resolve.FaceliftLiposuctionFat is suctioned out from beneath the skin through small tubes called cannulas, reshaping a specific area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. It targets localized deposits and is a contouring procedure rather than a method of weight loss.Wound ReconstructionRebuilds skin and underlying tissue where a wound is too large or too damaged to close directly. Surgeons move nearby tissue, or transfer skin and muscle from elsewhere on the body, to cover the defect. Often follows trauma, infection, or cancer removal.Skin GraftingHealthy skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to cover a wound or burn elsewhere. Both the graft site and the donor site need care, and the donor site is often the more uncomfortable of the two.
Gastroenterology (GI Surgery)6
ColonoscopyA flexible camera examines the full length of the colon to screen for cancer and remove polyps before they become cancerous. Done under sedation, it typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. The bowel prep the day before is the part most patients find hardest.Upper Endoscopy (EGD)A thin camera passed through the mouth examines the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine. Used to investigate persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained bleeding, or abdominal pain. Usually takes 15 to 30 minutes under sedation.Flexible SigmoidoscopyExamines the lower portion of the colon only, rather than its full length. Preparation is lighter than a full colonoscopy and sedation is sometimes unnecessary, but it cannot detect problems higher in the colon.Capsule EndoscopyYou swallow a vitamin-sized camera that photographs the small intestine as it passes through — a region that standard scopes cannot easily reach. There is no sedation and no recovery. The capsule passes naturally, and images are reviewed after the fact.ERCPCombines endoscopy and X-ray imaging to diagnose and treat blockages in the bile and pancreatic ducts, most often gallstones stuck in a duct. Unlike a routine endoscopy, it carries a meaningful risk of pancreatitis afterward, so it is used when treatment is likely rather than for screening alone.Hemorrhoid TreatmentShrinks or removes swollen veins in the rectum and anus using rubber band ligation, injection, or surgical removal depending on severity. Banding is quick and typically requires no anesthesia; surgical removal is more effective for advanced cases but recovery is noticeably more uncomfortable.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

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Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 95/100 (+2 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 68 surveys · 35% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
95+2 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
96+4 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
94+0 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Safety Metrics

Safe Surgery Checklist: 86.3% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

% of surgical patients for whom a safe surgery checklist was used (ASC-9). Higher is better.

86.3%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.04%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.1%

Patient Burn Rate

% of patients who experienced a burn during their procedure. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.03%

Wrong Site Surgery Rate

% of cases involving wrong-site, wrong-side, wrong-patient, or wrong-implant surgical events. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.01%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Preparing for Your Procedure

Guides covering what to expect before, during, and after outpatient surgery.

Tonsillectomy and Ear Tubes: A Parent Guide
What to expect if your child is having either.
Colonoscopy Prep: What Actually Matters
The prep is the hard part — here is how to get through it.
Pre-Op Preparation Checklist
What to do in the weeks before your procedure, from two weeks out to the morning of.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Arrival, check-in, the procedure itself, and discharge.
Understanding Anesthesia at an ASC
Sedation types, who administers it, and how recovery differs.
How to Read CAHPS Patient Experience Scores
What the survey scores above actually measure.
Browse all patient resources

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Google Reviews

3.9
47 reviews
tonie Bonilla

tonie Bonilla

Yesterday my daughter had a Colonscopy. She has many challenges and has been through many procedures. It is rare that you find a staff like this staff. She felt safe and protected. She is not comfortable around male doctors but the moment Dr Trujillo walked into her cubicle she told me she was at peace and comforted. She was accepted by each staff member and allowed to not pretend to be brave. After everything she has faced for her to feel this good is the highest compliment. Thank you so much. So very appreciated

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kelli young

kelli young

I went for my first colonoscopy and was a bit nervous. Everyone there was reassuring, and really great at their job! Thank you all and I will see you again in 5 years :)

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Off-Grid Backcountry Adventures

Off-Grid Backcountry Adventures

EDIT (why I reduced the rating from 5 stars to 3 stars) - ** They contacted me months later saying I owed them another $400 after I prepaid but wouldn't tell me what the charge were for so I denied their request for payment. They sent me to collections but I refused to pay. I believe this is the billing department being messed up and has nothing to do with their doctors and PA's who were awesome during my procedure ** 100% top notch facility and staff! From the moment I checked in until the moment I left, everyone I interacted with was so kind and made me feel completely at ease. I really enjoyed talking with everyone about my truck camping endeavors once I was waking up from my procedure and hope to maybe run into the staff members when I'm out camping or on trails in the local area - I would love to thank them again for taking such good care of me. I'm thoroughly impressed with the quality and efficiency of the Northern Arizona Healthcare Group, it's been nothing but a pleasant experience with everyone I've worked with. The staff treat you very well and I would highly recommend this facility to anyone experiencing medial issues. Thank you for your help today!

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nancy mandela

nancy mandela

Went in for a colonoscopy yesterday and had a great experience. Dr. Engel was very informative and gave me time for questions. The entire staff was great, and I received excellent care from everyone on the team. Would definitely recommend Forest Canyon for procedures.

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Tina Hopkins

Tina Hopkins

Though our original appointment was pushed out two weeks, dealing with the front office was a pleasure. Once there (took my mom for a procedure) the medical team was out of this world! Dr Olsen is the sweetest ever, her anesthesiologist and her nurse, Paige, were the best! Everyone was upbeat, happy and accommodating. Mom had NO issues (85 years young!). We couldn’t have asked for any better a team!

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Contact

Phone

(928) 774-3044

Years in Operation

23 years

Est. 2003

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

OtolaryngologyPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryGastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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