Work progresses on Johnson City surgery center for Guthrie Lourdes Hospital

JOHNSON CITY — Construction work is nearing completion on a new ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in Johnson City for Binghamton’s Guthrie Lourdes Hospital. The Guthrie Broome Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Center will be the first facility in the Southern Tier region “dedicated exclusively” to orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgical care. It is described as a “true partnership” between local orthopedic, spine and podiatric physicians, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, and Constitution Surgery Alliance (CSA). CSA, an Avon, Connecticut–based firm with experience in creating orthopedic surgery centers, is providing development and management-advisory services. Located in the former Oakdale Mall, the surgery center will include four operating rooms, 17 private recovery bays, and “cutting-edge” surgical technology, including a robotic system, Guthrie said in a Dec. 10 announcement. Slated to open in February 2026, the new facility will offer outpatient orthopedic surgery, including total joint replacements, spine surgery, sports medicine, and procedures for the hand, wrist, elbow, foot, and ankle, as well as outpatient pain procedures. The project is part of Guthrie’s broader investment in Oakdale Commons and supports the organization’s goal of “providing the right care, at the right time, in the right place,” per the announcement. “Building a new surgical facility off the main hospital campus is part of our larger vision to offer high-quality, low-cost surgical care, in a convenient location with ample parking and modern facilities,” Dr. Edmund Sabanegh, president and CEO of the Guthrie Clinic, said in the announcement. “The surgery center complements our existing services at Oakdale Commons, including primary care, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and the fitness center. As healthcare continues to shift toward outpatient settings, we’re committed to meeting the community’s needs with high-quality, specialized care.” Upon opening, the center will employ up to 30 nurses, orthopedic technicians, and support staff. It will undergo a licensure survey by the New York State Department of Health and pursue certification from both the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), Guthrie said. Dr. Mohamed Al Saied, medical director and board member of the new center, in the announcement emphasized the importance of ASCs in modern health care. “Surgery centers are a vital part of ensuring patients have access to high-quality, safe, and convenient surgical care,” Dr. Al Saied said. “Our mission is to provide world-class orthopedic surgical care in the region. With advancements in anesthesia and minimally invasive techniques, ASCs are an excellent option for most orthopedic procedures. We’re excited to begin operations in February.”