Andrews Institute to feature state-of-the art surgery center

Salus Surgical Group, a leading developer and manager of premium outpatient surgery centers, announced that it has entered into a management agreement with the Andrews Institute to develop and operate a multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center as a critical component of the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze. This partnership will establish the Andrews Institute Ambulatory Surgery Center as a world-class center of excellence under the leadership of nationally and internationally renowned orthopedic surgeon, James Andrews, MD.

Located on property contiguous to the Gulf Breeze Hospital, a Baptist Health Care facility, the 26,000 sq. ft. Andrews Institute ASC will include 8

state-of-the-art operating rooms and more than 25 recovery beds. In addition to the ambulatory surgery center, the Andrews Institute will also include an outpatient rehabilitation center, a diagnostic imaging center, physician medical offices, an athletic performance center and a research and education institute.

"The Andrews Institute ASC will redefine patient care," said Dr. Randy Rosen, CEO of Salus Surgical Group. "We're particularly excited that Dr. Andrews has teamed up with Baptist Health Care to help develop the new center," Rosen continued. "Baptist Health is a national leader in patient satisfaction, which is in direct alignment with Salus' philosophy of putting patient care first."

"Salus' is committed to excellence in everything they do," said Dr. James Andrews. "Their management expertise will help ensure that our physicians and patients receive the state-of-the-art treatment and personal care that we're committed to," he continued.

"Salus is proud to play an integral role in making Dr. Andrews' vision of creating a world-class center of excellence a reality. It is a pleasure to work with Dr. Andrews, a legendary sports medicine icon, on this exciting new project," said Scott Rein, President of Salus Surgical Group. The Andrews Institute ASC is expected to open in December.