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UPMC Washington

Surgery • Washington, PA • Since 1897

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UCK: Summary for user query "General Surgery Outpatient Office - UPMC Washington Washington" - Washington Health System (WHS) was an independent health system in Washington, PA with five U.S. offices and a headquarters at 155 Wilson Ave, Washington, PA 15301. - Key recent development: WHS was acquired by UPMC (effective June 1, 2024) and is now affiliated with UPMC. - After the acquisition, WHS locations and affiliations align with UPMC’s network, including access to UPMC Washington and related departments. - Notable details: WHS had annual revenue around $19.23 million and had ties to various healthcare partners and employment/education pathways (e.g., alumni placements at UPMC entities). - Locations: WHS operated five offices in the United States, including multiple entries in Washington, PA (HQ at 155 Wilson Ave, 15301) and nearby addresses. If you’re specifically seeking a General Surgery Outpatient Office under UPMC Washington: - Expect it to be integrated within the UPMC Washington/Affiliates network post-acquisition, with services formerly branded under Washington Health System now aligned with UPMC. - For precise address, hours, and appointment details, visit UPMC Washington or WHS/U… (the acquiring entity) pages, or contact WHS/UPMC Washington directly.

Clinic Type

Surgery

Address

88 Wellness Way Building 3, Washington, PA 15301

Phone

(724) 229-2222

Email

salrutz@whs.org

Opening Hours

Office Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (Mon–Fri)

Website

https://whs.org/locations/general-surgery/

Emergency Care

Dial 911 for all emergencies

Services Offered

  • General surgery outpatient services
  • Robotic-assisted surgery
  • Laparoscopic and open hernia repair
  • Colon/Rectal surgery
  • Breast surgery (mastectomy/lumpectomy)
  • Gallbladder disease treatment
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) procedures
  • Colonoscopy
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Skin lesion/mass excision
  • Skin biopsies
  • Wound/skin services
  • Foreign body removal
  • Insertion/removal of Infusaport
  • Insertion/removal of peritoneal dialysis catheter
  • Radiology services (inpatient/outpatient)
  • Hospitalist service (inpatient)
  • Inpatient rehab (associated)
  • Pulmonary/respiratory care services
  • Robotics (general surgery)
  • General surgical consults
  • Pre-operative/post-operative care

Technology & Equipment

  • Robotics
  • Endoscopy/EGD
  • Laparoscopic techniques

Team

  • Gonzalez-Ortiz, Hiram — MD FACS

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

Office Hours

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Forms and Policies

Medical History Form - Surgical, Patient Demographics - Surgical, Medical Records Release, HIPAA Communication Form - WPG Rev 8-2025, HIPAA-Form-Spanish-WASH-0203_ES-US

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • US News & World Report (UPMC Washington Hospital): 4 out of 5 (Patient Experience Score)
  • UPMC Provider Search: 4.8/5 to 4.9/5 (Provider ratings) (Varied per provider (e.g., 81, 63, 173 ratings))

Patients praise

  • high patient recommendation rates for the hospital overall
  • praise for clinical skill and compassion of specific surgeons and doctors
  • positive feedback on the efficiency of pre-op procedures and surgical staff helpfulness
  • recognition for clean facilities and overall positive surgical experiences for many patients

Common complaints

  • reports of poor responsiveness from nursing staff during overnight stays
  • billing and insurance issues including unexpected or inaccurate charges
  • complaints regarding collections practices and administrative errors
  • instances of perceived lack of care or attention to patient needs during hospital visits

"I have had 3 surgeries at Washington Hospital and each time I had a positive experience. Pre-op was extremely efficient and nurses and surgical staff were cheerful and helpful."

— LocalityBiz Review

"I absolutely loved the surgeon... Most of the staff & nurses were fantastic! The nurse i had at night was just horrible!! I was crying because I was in So much pain! I ask her for my pain meds... I had to wait almost an hour for her to come back!!"

— LocalityBiz Review

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

In the News

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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