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ESSEX SPECIALIZED SURGICAL INSTITUTE is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WEST ORANGE, NJ, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.0 out of 5 from 21 reviews.

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ESSEX SPECIALIZED SURGICAL INSTITUTE

west orange, NJMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

475 PROSPECT AVE

WEST ORANGE, NJ

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(973) 325-6716

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WEST ORANGE and surrounding areas in NJ.

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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.

Ophthalmology (Eye Surgery)6
Cataract SurgeryThe clouded natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one. It is one of the most common outpatient procedures performed in the country, usually takes under 30 minutes per eye, and is done under light sedation with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia.LASIK / Refractive SurgeryA laser reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts. The procedure itself takes minutes per eye. Vision is often noticeably better within a day, though it can take several weeks to fully stabilize.Glaucoma SurgeryCreates a new drainage path for fluid inside the eye to lower internal pressure. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, so the goal is preventing further vision loss rather than restoring vision already lost. Several minimally invasive options are now performed in outpatient settings.Retinal SurgeryRepairs the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, most often for a detached or torn retina, or for bleeding related to diabetes. Timing matters — a detaching retina is treated urgently because delay increases the risk of permanent vision loss.Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. When drooping upper lids block part of the visual field, the procedure is functional rather than cosmetic and is often covered by insurance if visual field testing documents the obstruction.Corneal TransplantReplaces damaged or clouded corneal tissue with donor tissue. Modern techniques often replace only the affected layer rather than the full thickness, which shortens recovery. Vision improves gradually over months, and stitches may stay in place for a year or longer.

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

Browse all procedures by specialtyCommon questions about outpatient surgery

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 91/100 (-2 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 89 surveys · 24% 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
91-2 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
91-1 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
98+2 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
90-4 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

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.09%

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.

Affiliated Surgeons

Surgeons affiliated with this facility based on NPPES NPI registry data.

ARUNA ASVIN DESAI, MD

Sports Medicine

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JAMES M SCHLESINGER, MD

Anesthesiology

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KALIQ TRIMBLE CHANG, MD

Anesthesiology

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PRAVEEN KADIMCHERLA, M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

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Surgeon affiliations are sourced from CMS NPPES data and may not reflect current practice arrangements. Contact the facility to confirm.

Preparing for Your Procedure

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

What to Expect: Cataract Surgery
The procedure, the day of, and how vision changes after.
What to Expect: LASIK
Who it suits, what it costs, and recovery.
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
21 reviews
James Dolci

James Dolci

I can’t believe this place is still in business. I scheduled an appointment for a cataract surgery a few weeks ago and the day of the surgery due to an emergency they had to cancel my appointment so I lost took a day off of work for nothing. Fast forward a week later we reschedule another appointment took a day off of work again in the morning of the surgery they canceled again due to an emergency so I lost two days of work for absolutely nothing definitely do not recommend this place.

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Maribel Henriquez

Maribel Henriquez

My Mom had her Cataract Surgery with Dr Grayson here and all the Staff from the first point at check in to the last Nurse in recovery room are above and Beyond amazingly kind, efficient and professional. Hats off to Nurse Angie, her caring and loving personality made our visit extra special . Thank you

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Claire Ann

Claire Ann

Horrible time management! Had a 4:00 appointment. Received a phone call saying there were cancelations so come in early. Got there by 2:00 and wasn't taken till 5:15...to be brought to another waiting room! Did not get out till 6:35! No considerations for healthy, much less disabled, patients! Supposedly a great doctor, but has no consideration for his patients! Waiting room was cold and no one could lower the A/C. Wish I could have given no stars.

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Isabel Nunez

Isabel Nunez

Yes, it’s super cold in this place. Wear a hoodie or sweat shirt. I was freezing! Other than that this place is wonder!! Dr. Rosenberg has been our family doctor for years. He is the absolute best! I had cateract surgery. I opted for the laser, which was $1500 out of pocket, but I was fine with that. That’s why you should have an HSA and sock away money into it! Everyone was super nice, supportive and kind. They offer a driver service for $40 round trip. Place was super clean, organized and well staffed. I did have an hour wait, but I was ok with that.

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Tom Cullinane

Tom Cullinane

The receptionist at the front desk was very professional. The nursing staff was caring and explained everything that was happening. They took great care of me. Dr Kallina did a great job as she always does. Very pleased with the service.

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Contact

Phone

(973) 325-6716

Website

www.essexsurgicalinstitute.com/

Years in Operation

17 years

Est. 2009

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

  • •Does my insurance cover this procedure here?
  • •What is the surgeon's experience with this procedure?
  • •What is the facility's hospital transfer rate?
  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?