Jo Ellen Braden, RN

Administrator, Marysville Ohio Surgical Center

Surgery is where my heart is.

I’ve worked for over 20 years as a nurse and administrator in both the hospital and ASC surgical settings, and for six years now, I’ve been the administrator at the Marysville Ohio Surgical Center. I love working in the ASC setting because everyone who works here, including physicians, nurses and support staff really enjoy coming to work every day. We have a banner hanging in our hallway with the word “Excellence” that greets our staff each morning. In fact, “Excellence” is our mantra!

Our physicians, as owners of the centers, are closely involved with the governance of the facility and daily operations. This management structure allows our physicians to stay focused on our patients. In addition, our physicians and administrators, like me, are involved with grassroots initiatives in our states to ensure our patients continue to receive the best care in the safest setting possible. 

ASCs play a very important role in our health care system, and my hope is that policymakers recognize the quality, cost-efficient care that is given at ASCs throughout the country. It’s truly great to make a difference in people’s lives every day.