UPMC Washington

Surgery • Washington, PA • Since 1897

About

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. - 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.

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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

Social Media

Youtube Facebook Instagram

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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].