PROMOTING QUALITY, VALUE-DRIVEN OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CARE 

The Minnesota Ambulatory Center Surgery Association (MNASCA) is a statewide, non-profit trade association representing the interests of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in Minnesota. MNASCA is committed to promoting high-quality, value-driven surgical services by ensuring that surgery centers continue to thrive as a distinct model of care for Minnesota’s health care consumers.

Upcoming Events 

MNASCA Online Education Session
Enhancing Patient Safety Through Success Cause Analysis and Safety-II Approaches
Friday, March 28, 2025, 10 AM
Alona Jarmin, Program Manager, Stratis Health
Dr. Jane Pederson, Stratis Health
Join experts from Stratis Health for an innovative exploration of patient safety methodologies in ambulatory surgery centers. This session will introduce the integration of Success Cause Analysis (SCA) with traditional Root Cause Analysis (RCA), presenting a balanced approach to quality management. Explore how to analyze both successful practices and adverse events to promote a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.
  
This session is FREE and open to all MNASCA members. Register now
 
MNASCA Day at the Capitol
Thursday, April 3, 2025 1-4 PM
Governor’s Dining Room, Minnesota State Capitol
Join MNASCA for a day of advocacy at the Minnesota State Capitol on April 3^rd. Connect with legislators, stay updated on key issues, and contribute to shaping the future of ambulatory surgery in Minnesota. Sign up today
 
MNASCA April Member Forum: 2025 Legislative Update
Friday, April 25, 2025, 10 AM
Tom Poul, Attorney/Lobbyist and other speakers TBD
Hear the latest news from the state capitol and find out how MNASCA's legislative priorities are faring this session. Register for this FREE event
 
ASCA 2025 Annual Conference
April 30 – May 3, 2025 – Denver, CO
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
 
MNASCA Reception
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Mountain Pass Sports Bar
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
 
2025 MNASCA Annual Conference
October 9-10, 2025
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest – Minnetonka
 

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