SCCR Year in Review

Surgery Center Cedar Rapids is proud to announce the successful completion of the first Genio® system procedure in the state of Iowa and the Midwest. Performed by Dr. Thomas Heineman, Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa ENT surgeon, these landmark cases mark a significant advancement in the treatment of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep...Read More

There are more than just surgeons in the operating room! It’s Surgical Technologist Week, and we’re here to celebrate some of the other heroes who help make sure every procedure is successful. What is a Surgical Technologist? A surgical technologist, often called a “surgery, or ‘surge’ tech,” is a vital...Read More

While both hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), like Surgery Center Cedar Rapids, can perform many of the same procedures, there are unique advantages to choosing an award winning ASC like Cedar Rapids Surgery Center. Outpatient surgery is now the norm Today, more than 80% of surgeries are performed in...Read More

Let’s be honest — no one wants to have surgery. And while joint replacements are pretty common these days, it’s still a big decision. From figuring out where to go, to how long you’ll be out of commission, to what it’s all going to cost — it can feel like...Read More