World Class Outpatient Surgery
The Surgery Center is part of Nicklaus Children’s Health System, and is a partnership with many of South Florida’s finest surgical specialists. The relationship brings world-class outpatient care to people living in and visiting South Florida.
We are the first outpatient surgery center in South Florida focused on children, adolescents and young adults.
Our modern, safe and friendly center has been designed for the comfort of our patients and their families. Patients are in the best of hands every step of the way, from reception to discharge.
Our surgical specialists, anesthesiologists and physicians collaborate to ensure safe and successful surgical procedures with the highest outcomes. We are dedicated to every patient’s wellbeing, speedy recovery and positive experience.
Care provided in an outpatient center can offer substantial cost savings for patients, resulting in lower out-of-pocket expenses for families with deductibles or making cash payment.
The result is a safe, comfortable and affordable experience meeting the highest clinical care standards.
Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, Nicklaus Children’s Health System operates Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, South Florida’s only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children.
Our Modern
Patient Friendly Center
The Surgery Center is a safe, comfortable focused medical facility design around a patient’s sensitivities. Colorful murals and furnishings help bring joy and comfort to what can be a stressful situation. Patients are well attended by surgical specialists and anesthesiologists dedicated to making them feel safe and protected.
We are located on the campus of Florida International University in the ACC building. You will find easy access from Florida Turnpike 117 onto 8th St. We recommend using valet parking, offered at only $5. There is also visitor parking on the first floor only of the parking garage (PG5), available at an hourly rate and with a pay-by-phone option.
Features
Procedure Room
Our dedicated procedure room is equipped with child-friendly entertainment to help ease anxiety and provide a calming environment. This specialized space ensures comfort and distraction for patients during minor clinical treatments.
Phase II - Recovery Bay
Our twelve Phase II recovery stations feature individual entertainment to keep children engaged as they prepare to go home. These comfortable spaces allow families to stay together in a relaxing environment during the final stage of post-operative care.
Pre Surgery Bay
Our private preoperative bays feature child-friendly entertainment to keep young patients relaxed and distracted before their procedure. These comfortable, family-centered spaces are designed to reduce anxiety and provide a calming start to the surgical day.
Waiting Room
Our expansive waiting area features an interactive play zone designed to keep siblings and patients engaged and entertained. This family-friendly environment provides a comfortable, stress-free space for parents and children while visiting our center.
Phase I - Recovery Bay
Our facility includes eight specialized Phase I recovery stations focused on intensive post-operative monitoring. Each bay is staffed by pediatric experts to ensure a safe and smooth transition immediately following surgery.
Surgical Rooms
Our five advanced surgical suites are equipped with cutting-edge medical technology for maximum precision. These modern facilities prioritize patient safety and clinical excellence in every procedure.
Fully Licensed
Certified and Accredited
Our outpatient surgery center remains fully licensed by the State of Florida and continuously certified by Medicare. Since earning our initial 3-year Medicare certification in 2015, we have consistently maintained our active standing through regular recertification. Most recently, in 2024, we successfully achieved Medicare Deemed Status, ensuring our accredited, high-quality care is active and valid through 2027.
Our accreditation attests that we measure up to the highest quality care and service standards.
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
Accreditation is a voluntary process measuring the quality of a surgery center’s services and performance against nationally recognized standards of care. The accreditation process includes self-assessment and a thorough review by the Accreditation Association’s expert surveyors possessing extensive experience in ambulatory health care.
We display this certificate of accreditation to symbolize our commitment to high quality health care and our ongoing commitment to measure up to the Accreditation Association’s highest standards.
For more information about the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), please visit: www.aaahc.org
Gallery
The Surgery Center is owned and operated by physicians in partnership with Nicklaus Children’s Health System. Your doctor may be an owner in the Surgery Center. A list of physician owners is displayed in the waiting room and a printed copy is available upon request.
