H

SOUTHERN LAKES ENDOSCOPY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in MILWAUKEE, WI, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 121 reviews.

Back to Directory

SOUTHERN LAKES ENDOSCOPY CENTER

milwaukee, WIMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

240 MAPLE AVENUE SUITE 2220

MILWAUKEE, WI

Google Maps🗺Waze
(414) 908-6601

Service Area

This provider serves patients in MILWAUKEE and surrounding areas in WI.

Contact this surgery center for service area details

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.

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.

Browse all procedures by specialtyCommon questions about outpatient surgery

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 96/100 (+3 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 49 surveys · 30% 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
96+3 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
95+3 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
100+4 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
98+4 vs national avg (94)
0↑ natl avg100
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: 95.8% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

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

95.8%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.21%

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.

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.
How Medicare Covers Outpatient Surgery
What Medicare pays at a certified ASC and what you owe.
Browse all patient resources

Explore More Surgery Centers

Compare this facility with others nearby.

CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH LTD
Milwaukee, WI
5.0(121)
MIDWEST NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES MNA SURGERY CENTER
Milwaukee, WI
5.0(2)
NORTHWEST SURGERY CENTER INC
Milwaukee, WI
4.9(256)
WISCONSIN LASER AND SURGERY CENTER LLC
Milwaukee, WI
4.0(8)
FROEDTERT SURGERY CENTER LLC
Milwaukee, WI
3.4(5)
Other surgery centers in Milwaukee, WIBrowse all Wisconsin surgery centers

Google Reviews

5
121 reviews
Connie Caiati

Connie Caiati

Dr R. Li is the consummate professional. He is caring , calming, knowledgeable, skilled. I am very happy with my “banding “ results. His unhurried, compassionate approach is much appreciated! My care team of Stacy, Jessica, Neal Lydia & “G” and Dr Chris ( anesthesia) were excellent. They were caring, attentive, skilled & displayed awesome teamwork! Thank you so much

Verified Google review
Renate Schulz

Renate Schulz

My experience with GI Associates was extremely positive! Everybody was very friendly, professional and very willing and able to answer any questions. I wouldn't hesitate to continue to use them and Dr. Guda for future procedures.

Verified Google review
Donald Savaglia

Donald Savaglia

Wonderful care!! Dr. Geenan is fantastic!! He has an excellent bedside manner, and his expertise is second to none. The nursing and care staff treated me with kindness, concern, and professionalism when I had procedures done. They made it easy on me. The nursing triage staff is a valuable resource to patients. They are helpful and concerned about patient welfare. They return your calls and advise on ways to feel better. Everything about The Center for Digestive Health is patient focused and top notch. They provide excellent care and services. I won’t go anywhere else for my GI care.

Verified Google review
Linda Timm

Linda Timm

Everyone in this practice is friendly, caring and helpful. Dr Moloney is such a great physician. He is very informative and clear in his discussion with you, his manner is gentle and calm, friendly and very caring. Dr Kevin, the anesthesiologist was also very informative and friendly, great bedside manner too. The whole experience was easy, timely and I left with complete information about my results. I have recommended to friends.

Verified Google review
Josh Schmuck

Josh Schmuck

I have visited this location twice now and had 2 procedures here. Doctor mondley was very through and friendly. Very open to all my questions and very professional. The nurses receptionist, call center are all extremely polite, friendly, helpful, and through in explaining everything to me. Even during the pandemic they take every effort to keep you comfortable and explain everything. Although I don't want to make visiting here a habit, I wouldn't hesitate to come back if I needed anything.

Verified Google review
See All Reviews on Google

Reviews from Google Places for SOUTHERN LAKES ENDOSCOPY CENTER. These are real experiences shared by patients.

Contact

Phone

(414) 908-6601

Years in Operation

7 years

Est. 2019

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

Verify quality data on the official CMS source:

View on Medicare.gov

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.)?