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COLUMBIA GORGE SURGERY CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in THE DALLES, OR, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 2.4 out of 5 from 5 reviews.

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COLUMBIA GORGE SURGERY CENTER LLC

the dalles, ORMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1020 WEBBER ST

THE DALLES, OR

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(541) 769-0426

Service Area

This provider serves patients in THE DALLES and surrounding areas in OR.

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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.
Orthopaedic Surgery6
Knee ArthroscopyA camera and small instruments are inserted through incisions the size of a buttonhole to repair cartilage, trim a torn meniscus, or remove loose fragments. Because the joint is not opened fully, recovery is far faster than traditional open knee surgery.Shoulder ArthroscopyUses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair the shoulder joint — commonly for impingement, labral tears, or damaged cartilage. Most patients go home the same day and begin physical therapy within the first week.ACL ReconstructionRebuilds the torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft, since a fully torn ACL does not heal on its own. The surgery itself is outpatient, but returning to cutting and pivoting sports typically takes nine to twelve months of structured rehabilitation.Rotator Cuff RepairReattaches torn tendons in the shoulder to the bone. Pain relief often comes well before strength does — a sling is typical for several weeks and full recovery commonly takes four to six months, with physical therapy doing much of the work.Carpal Tunnel ReleaseCuts the ligament pressing on the median nerve at the wrist to relieve numbness, tingling, and night pain in the hand. The procedure takes about 15 minutes under local anesthesia. Night symptoms often improve immediately; grip strength returns over several weeks.Joint ReplacementDamaged joint surfaces are replaced with implants, most commonly at the knee or hip. Once exclusively a hospital procedure, selected healthy patients now have this done at surgery centers and go home the same day with a structured recovery plan.
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.
Podiatry (Foot & Ankle Surgery)6
Bunion Correction (Bunionectomy)The bony prominence at the base of the big toe is removed and the bone realigned, often with screws or plates. Recovery involves weeks in a protective shoe or boot, and swelling can persist for several months.Hammertoe CorrectionA toe permanently bent at the middle joint is straightened, sometimes with a temporary pin holding the correction. Considered when the toe rubs painfully in shoes or has developed calluses and sores.Plantar Fascia ReleaseThe tight band of tissue along the bottom of the foot is partially released to relieve stubborn heel pain. Reserved for cases that have not improved after months of stretching, orthotics, and other conservative treatment.Ankle ArthroscopyA small camera and instruments treat problems inside the ankle joint — impingement, loose fragments, or damaged cartilage — through incisions a few millimeters wide, avoiding a larger open exposure.Ingrown Toenail RemovalThe edge of a nail growing into the surrounding skin is removed under local anesthesia. When the problem keeps recurring, the nail-forming tissue at that edge is also treated so it does not grow back.Foot Fracture RepairBroken bones in the foot are realigned and stabilized with hardware so they heal in position. Because the foot bears your full weight with every step, alignment matters more here than the small bone size suggests.

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: 94/100 (+1 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 45 surveys · 29% 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
94+1 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
98+6 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 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.

0.00%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

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

0.09%

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.

0.09%

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.

JULIE I DEE, M.D.

Anesthesiology

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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.
Knee Arthroscopy Recovery Timeline
Week by week, what to expect after.
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.
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Google Reviews

2.4
5 reviews
Shannon Hansell

Shannon Hansell

I am giving a one-star rating based solely on the actions of one nurse, whose behavior was inconsiderate, uncompassionate, and completely unprofessional. From the outset, this nurse, Anne or Anna, displayed a dismissive and condescending attitude. She disregarded my concerns and showed no empathy for my anxieties about the surgery. Her lack of communication and disregard for my comfort made an already stressful situation much worse. She did not allow my husband to wait with me even though the surgeon was running a few hours behind. I was told by other staff that he could wait with me, but she flat out said no and offered no solutions. The nurse's incompetence was further evident in her inability to insert an IV. Despite my clear expression of pain and fear, she continued to cause me discomfort. Her unprofessionalism culminated in her yelling at me and bad-mouthing me to other staff when she failed to insert the IV, even with the aid of an ultrasound. I was left alone and distressed for a significant amount of time before another nurse took over, who, thankfully, provided compassionate and competent care. The Anesthesiologist inserted my IV and did so with empathy and competency. He made me feel comfortable and carried on a conversation with me while doing it to take my mind off of the process. It was painless and quick, as it should be. I am appalled by the lack of accountability and the overall disregard for patient well-being that I experienced. I expect a surgery center to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and compassion. This was clearly not the case during my visit. I urge you to address these issues and take appropriate action to ensure that no other patient experiences such mistreatment

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t thalhofer

t thalhofer

I was pleased to have staff call prior to my procedure and explain billing and that I would receive multiple bills. The nursing staff was friendly and amazing. They answered all my questions. Dr.Stanley communicated with my husband so we would know what to expect at home. Overall, a great experience.

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Gayle Jacobson

Gayle Jacobson

Waiting on a short surgery to take husband home. Kicked out of an empty waiting room in 30° weather. Will go ANYWHERE else next time. Plus lots of extra charges when you check in that should be included in the price...like extra for anesthesia.

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EKDoring

EKDoring

79 year old family member just completed surgery to remove cataracts on both eyes. This center is convenient yet not transparent with their billing and procedures. Be prepared for unexpected charges and inconsistent procedures provided with minimal follow up communication from surgeon. We are currently trying to follow up directly, yet they pass follow up care to Cascade Eye Center where we have no prior established relationship. Lots of unanswered questions are now revealing themselves

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Sabrina Garland (Brina)

Sabrina Garland (Brina)

Very polite people

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Contact

Phone

(541) 769-0426

Website

www.cgsurgery.com/

Years in Operation

16 years

Est. 2010

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

OphthalmologyOrthopaedic SurgeryPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryPodiatry
Medicare Certified

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