Grifols Plasma Donation Center Surprise, AZ

Grifols Plasma Donation Center Surprise, AZ

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, professional staff and clean, efficient facility, with many highlighting quick service and positive experiences. Several donors appreciate helping others while earning money. However, some criticize long wait times, technical issues with equipment, and occasional unprofessional or rude staff. A few mention dissatisfaction with compensation rates compared to plasma's market value. Negative experiences often cite medical mishaps, high heart rate rejections, or poor phlebotomy. Overall, the center has strong support from regular donors but faces criticism for inconsistent service and management decisions.

About This Listing

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Plasma Donation Center Surprise, AZ, you should make an appointment.

Who Can Donate?

Likely aged between 18 and 65 (some centers may allow up to 69 or older)
Weigh at least 110 pounds (requirements may vary slightly)
In general good health, as determined by a health screening
No tattoos, piercings, or permanent makeup within the past 4–12 months (timeframes may vary)
Provide a valid government-issued photo ID
Provide proof of a permanent address (requirements may differ)

*Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by center. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Donors

First-time donors will typically need to complete a medical history questionnaire and undergo a brief physical exam, which may include vital signs and blood tests. Some individuals may be temporarily or permanently deferred from donating based on health or other factors.

Common Reasons for Deferral:

Temporary Recent tattoo or piercing, recent pregnancy, certain medications (e.g., antibiotics), or recent illness
Permanent Certain chronic health conditions, such as Hepatitis or HIV

*Note: Deferral policies vary by center. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or military ID)
Proof of Social Security Number (e.g., Social Security card or tax document)
Proof of current address (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or official mail dated within the last 60 days)

*Note: Documentation requirements may differ by center.*

Preparing for Your Donation

Drink plenty of water or caffeine-free fluids (e.g., 4–6 glasses) 2–3 hours before donating
Eat a balanced, iron-rich meal within a few hours of your visit
Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior
Refrain from smoking 2–3 hours before your appointment
Avoid intense exercise for at least an hour before donating
Get adequate sleep the night before
Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking
Postpone your visit if you’re feeling unwell

*Note: Preparation guidelines may vary by center.*

How to Get Started

Many centers allow walk-ins, but some may require appointments. Check with your local center.

Other Helpful Info

First visits may take around 1.5–2.5 hours due to the screening process
Repeat donations typically take 45–90 minutes
You may donate plasma up to twice per week, with at least 48 hours between donations (frequency may vary)
Some centers may offer a refer-a-friend program with incentives
Compensation, if offered, may be provided via cash, prepaid debit cards, or other methods (varies by center)

*Note: Policies, compensation, and procedures differ by center. Contact your local facility for details.*

Features

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Plasma Donation Center Surprise, AZ, you should make an appointment.

Contact Information

Address

13700 N Dysart Rd

Surprise, Arizona 85379

Customer Reviews

This place?my initial review still stands. My concerns about the blood pressure machines were addressed with staff in person and I was told by an employee ?ya, it happens a lot because we don't calibrate them very often but, corporate doesn't want to spend the money to replace them?. Thanks for the transparency but, that doesn't resolve the issue. I was deferred until I obtained a letter from my PCP verifying that I was safe to donate and that they found no issues with my heart. Even after the signed lett

Be warned. They changed the bowls and decided to not upgrade the filter in the process so now your saline cycle will take forever and they're not doing anything about it. They would rather have the donor wait and have longer waiting times than to get them in and out so they can keep their numbers better and a better flow going. Clearly the person who made the choice of upgrading the bowl didn't take the filter into account.

Third time donating was Sunday 5/18, machines went offline during my visit sp I sat twiddling my thumbs in the back for an hour before they told everyone Machines aren't working and we can get on a list for compensation from corporate if approved and either wait or come back later. I waited an hour and the machines went down a sec9nd time I drove to and from, which is a far drive, twice to keep being told the machines were down. So I attempted from 9:30am all day until 2pm before giving up. Had to pay my

I started out loving the center and it's gradually declined. The process time has become so long. Takes more time getting hooked and unhooked than anything. It use to be an 1.15 minutes now it's well over two hours. I've attempted to donate three times this week. I've drove 30 minutes to the center to be turned away from low iron. Understandable but no compensation just a waste in gas. It's time to look at a center closer to home which is disappointing.

This place takes too long. The whole process just sucks. Other places I'm in and out. They updated their "bowls" to make the process "faster" but neglected to update the rest up the machine so the filter gets CLOGGED and instead of the saline at the end taking less than 5 minutes it NOW takes 30+ min! Who's bright idea was this?? Spent over 2 hours and was late to my appt because of their "updates" when I'm normally done in 35 min! you'll lose loyal donors because you're wasting our time! Other places pay m

One of the best places to go if you want to donate plasma. Visits are by appointment only, which may seem inconvenient but is actually great because it makes the whole process go so much smoother. You use their app to set the appointment and there is even a link to do the questionnaire that all plasma places require you do before donating. After you finish answering the questions in the comfort of your home you are given a QR code to scan upon entering grifols. You walk in, scan the code, have a seat an

I would give negative stars if I could. My veins are like ropes, barely even need a tourniquet, yet they still managed to do this to my arm! They were rude too. Just an awful experience all together.

Staff is nice and the clinic itself is clean and well maintained . They advertise $100 for the first 4 donations but I wasn't aware they all had to be done within the first 30 days of enrollment so please beware! I was very surprised when I received only $40 on my 3rd ?donation?.They infiltrated my veins on 2 of the visits so technically I only donated 1x. I gave them permission to poke both arms with no luck, swelled up and bruised pretty bad that's why I took so long between donations and lost out on the

Got there at 12:30 was there until about 2:30ish almost 3. Staff was very helpful, friendly, and informative! Got my $75 and setting up the paycard was easy too :) definitely coming back again

Staff's super cool for the most part, just dont say anything about smoking the night before or having a medical card because its not cool with the managers. Which is funny cause most of the staffs usually high, but they do there jobs well.

My experience was very unpleasant. It was my first time donating and I was naturally kind of nervous. The staff in the front were very nice, helpful, and professional. Then I get to the back: WHERE DO I BEGIN?? I have PTSD it's in my chart if they would take the time to read it maybe they would have been more human or kind. (Daniel, white guy with shaggy brown hair) wants me to sit in a seat that I was not comfortable with because I AM CLAUSTROPHOBIC which I stated. So I requested to sit somewhere else.

Grifols does not care about patient rights..I stated I wanted a different station for checking my vitals and the staff did not oblige nor care. The lack of professionalism and lack of patient decision shows that Grifols may lack in other areas.

I had my first visit here at Grifols today. This facility just opened and the experience I had was one that makes me eager to return. The staff took time to explain the process and keep me informed about what was going to happen next. Great customer service and they truly care about how you are doing throughout the whole process. Highly recommended.

This place is a great place to go to save peoples lives plus they give you back something in return. If these folks that are sick and have issues with their health didn't receive something from our body they would die. We need more people in this world that would like to make a change. My name is Damian and the first time I went there all I felt like is that I was at home a great home welcoming place. First time did take a little bit long but it is totally worth it. Great employees great staffing there. Als

I was a first time donor a few weeks ago and the staff here really did an AMAZING job making me feel comfortable. Edith, Isaiah, Daniel all helped me throughout the process. Everything was explained to me prior to getting my plasma, and the whole atmosphere is clean. I am looking forward to my next visit with them. If you're thinking about donating plasma here, do not hesitate! They're such an amazing staff who will make you feel welcomed and comfortable.

I have become addicted to donating and coming to this place. It so nice being able to help people and earn money. I personally go see Isiah only because he never bruises me and gets the perfect poke every time!

I'm not happy with trying to update my address. Grifols needs to know that the postal service doesn't deliver to individual houses on the reservation and that it's only delivered to the Post office. We live on Federal land. I don't know if they can't put the physical address on the post office mail.

I Xfered here from the northern location and it's great! I've never gone through the door and in the chair so fast. Daniel is pretty cool. Makes it laid back with good conversation but very professional when it comes to his work!.

This place is great! Always clean and the staff are very friendly. Things are picking up but they still get you in and out. Highly recommend!

I do not understand why this place has a 4.6 star review they pay you 75$ for your first visit like that's a deal they sell your plasma per person for over 2000$ stop empowering tyrants like this at least CSL PLASMA pays a lil more but they are the same type of tyrants. You recieve pennies for something they make a huge sum from

Love the center and the staff is mostly good. I had some bruising issues due to being stuck wrong and vital issues due to being screened as soon as I walked in the door, my HR didn't have a chance to settle. My main issue tho, is the payment. They have gone down in February and March and it's a bit disheartening because it's no longer worth it to go considering the long drive and time spent along with the physical discomfort. Hopefully they raise the fees again soon.

The staff here js pretty great. (Michelle was so nice and helped me through the process. The wait times are very reasonable, its a new buildjng so its very clean, the bonuses are good. All in all. Definitley would recommend! Ive Never had a problem here. ????????????

People here are amazing! The phlebotomist know what they're doing. The people in front are very friendly and always have a smile when you walk in. Very organized with scheduling and very professional.

Isaiah was amazing at phlebotomy part and didn't feel a thing , always have issues with my small veines no issues with him and very nice, Jasmine at front was also amazing did all my check in and exams and so sweet , everyone here was so nice! Will be back thanks guys!! ??

No one is perfect, but Grifols is a great choice if you want to donate plasma. They've always treated me well & done their best to make the experience as painless as possible. I've been donating with them for years, and the experience at this new location is consistent with my past experience (great).

Amazing!!! I have been to three other kinds of plasma donation centers, and this one is by far the most incredible. Not only is the entire staff quick and efficient, friendly and helpful but it is a very clean and well run facility. They're very sufficient and it's a very quick process, and the payouts are very well done.!!!

I spent over 2 hours in this particular office just to find out that my heart rate was too high. I don't recall having a bad heart. I am an arborist groundsmanand i am healthy.I don't recommend for anyone to go to this place.

First timer? Asthma? Tattoo less than a year old? Don't waste your time! I believe tattoos and asthma are common and I thought I'd save some people a boat load of time. My wife was denied because of a tattoo 7 months ago. Specific to this company you MUST wait a full year before donating. which is fine we understood their reasoning. She lucked out and only wasted about 30 mins of her life. I Gave her the keys and she went home. I on the other hand was there just shy of 2 hours only to meet by an older wom

This location gives you high blood pressure, they can't get anything right the first time. Been there 5 times and was only allowed to to donate once. They can't do the physicals right the first time or anything else. Never had an issue at the location off camelback, but this location, won't be going back to it, just a waste of time

Best experience I've had at a donation center! The staff is experienced, careful, and kind, and their atmosphere is light-hearted and fun. Been there 20+ times now and I've never once had a problem.

Turned me away because my blood pressure was a little high instead of just immediately testing me again she wanted me to wait 15 mins plus the hour your going to spend donating. Ain't nobody got time for that.

Great staff, all super quick getting me through the process. I've donated plasma at 4 different centers, and this one is by far the quickest to get through, since it's a new center and not very busy. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to donate.

Grifols is so nice...they NEVER have a line and you have to wait to get in...they just call you up, shortly after getting there.

This is my first plasma donation center I've been to, and it's been awesome. After your first visit it's an easy/fast way to make extra cash. The staff are friendly and attentive. Highly recommended!

This was my first time donating plasma i was a bit nervous at first because I don't like needles but they made me feel comfortable and one of the nurses talked to me during the process like a little kid and it made time fly by the time i realized i was already done! My second time was cake it went even faster and i wasn't nervous like the first time cuz i new what to expect good place definitely recommend it.

Great place to donate and make a difference. Clean environment, friendly atmosphere, caring staff, and great tunes/movies. Both Isaiah and Daniel are ninjas with the needle, barely felt the poke, and genuinely kind. Donate plasma, save lives and get paid for it. ????

The people who attend you, are very good at your job, and respectful, I would like to thank all of you guys, you know what I mean other crew

Nice new facility. Easy to get in and out. Isaiah is the best if you have hard to find veins. He ALWAYS gets the job done the 1st time.

This Grifols location is absolutely amazing from entrance to exit. Clean environment and incredible customer service. Thank you Grifols staff for ensuring safe and pleasant visits.

Started coming the week it opened. I'm a hard stick due to scar tissue but these guys here all manage to find a vein. I love how fast the process is since it's a new facility. I'm done with everything in 45 mins

Great experience donating here. All the staff are extremely friendly. Daniel was my Phlebotomist and he did wonderful job. It was painless. Definitely recommend donating here. I'll be back.

Clean,organized, all staff friendly and helpful. Top notch operation waited a while for this location to open and I'm not disappointed. Keep up the great work guys and gals!!!

I've now donated 6 times. Very friendly staff who are very knowledgeable on all phases of the donation process. Every thing is wiped down as soon as a donor leaves and I was impressed by the cleanliness of the facility.

Best donation center. The staff are all super kind and actually care about you and make sure you are comfortable. And the phlebotomists all take the time to talk to you and overall make it a better experience.

Place is awful now. They take a different amount every time I come and don't compensate for more mLs or time.

Grifols in Surprise has the best employees! Professional, experienced and always in great moods! Highly recommend this location!

I love coming to Grifols! Wonderful staff, nearly non-existent wait times, and knowing I'm helping someone in need of my plasma just makes my day every time I donate.

This place is so great.. ALL STAFF is awesome, friendly and so caring and helpful, understanding. I would recommend them for all donations. Place is remarkably clean.

I love being able to schedule my appointments and the staff are always so friendly!! Also I am able to be in and out within an hour-1 and 20 min??

My experiences have been good so far. Everyone seems friendly and welcoming. Very clean and quick.

People who work here are chill for the most part. Though price for blood is super random and theyll rip you off. The location also doesn't progress science at all.

Clean, professional, and expedient staff. 183 donations at this center with no issues!

Funny people have been donating for a while there never been turned down for hermetica and then all the sudden it's low

This is my second donation, everyone is very nice and they follow all protocol. Very clean inside I like this location a lot. Come bye donate plasma it's for a good cause

The facility is spotless and the staff is ALWAYS upbeat and welcoming at each visit! Isaiah, Brandon and Luis make the donation experience amazing!

Staff is very friendly the place is very clean over all i had a great experience. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants to donate.

Great Staff, communication with people is professional an courteous. It's a pleasent place to donate; it's a way for me to give back to community.

Great place to go to donate. Center is very clean. Employees are very nice.

Beautiful caring staff. Attentive to care. Fast service and great performance. Highly recommend to everybody thinking of thinking of donating.

I love the employees they are always ready to help and answer questions! They keep the facility clean at all times

Is was good experience,, never did this , everyone was very patient and explained all that was going to happen,, very clean establishment,, other than getting paid ,, your are helping sick people with your donation,, try it and Emily was a great phlebotomist!

Great customer service and always a great environment! Especially Autumn and Isaiah! Always look forward to coming!

Ok, I have donated at another plasma center. This center in my eyes is The Hilton ??. The minute you walk through the doors you are greeted with a friendly staff.

Staff is very kind and the process was quick.The place is clean. I would recommend friends to donate.

Bet that and Elizabeth are great welcomed me in with a smile all the staff there to are jus outstanding made the environment and procedure to donate satisfying and comfortable.!??

Such a great place to donate plasma and help others! Everyone is so friendly and kind. I highly recommend them.

Amazing customer service it's so clean they are very friendly and they do not judge at all ??

Save lives and get paid. New and clean facility. Walk right in and be seen. Hours to fit any schedule. Give my name as a referral!

Best place to donate plasma. Location is clean and people are always friendly. Always in and out real quick!

They are terrible with communication he told me I couldn't donate after I sat there for 30 minutes giving information and something I been said n took to the back just to say I couldn't donate waist of time then blackmailed me and said if I try to go to other plasma and tell them something different I will get in trouble

Fantastic facility! Clean, efficient, and the staff are all well-trained and friendly.

Awesome place to come...staff r just kool af...just make sure u use the restroom b4 donating ??

I love this place ! So clean , great customer service! I will definitely be recommending this place !

Friendly staff. Very helpful and communicative. They keep it light and friendly while being professional.

Real cool employees. Trust me Theyre great. Donations are quick and easy. Yah Yeee.

I really love how friendly the employees are and the whole process is easy . !

Always a good experience when I go, the staff is very friendly.

Very friendly staff gave me great information on coming back in the future Daniel was great and very good at explaining what goes on.

The service here is awesome .the people at this location are always friendly and attentive.

This new facility is awesome, close to home/work. Super friendly staff.

If you're going to go to any Plasma Center, Grifols is the place to go they are top notch compared to other plasma centers five stars here

Poor customer service, lack of empathy and disrespectful staff. Bruising so bad because phlebotomist are rushing

Is was good experience,, never did this , everyone was very patient and explained all that was going to happen,, very clean establishment,, other than getting paid ,, your are helping sick people with your donation,, try it

Everyone one here are so nice and it's a very clean office

Beautiful new facility, streamlined and efficient process, helpful and friendly staff.

Kind people, Lame app and their prepaid card is a pain in the neck. CSL Plasma is bettet

Great people I personally give them 10 stars keep the great work

The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the donation process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What disqualifies you from donating plasma?

Plasma donors can get disqualified for a list of different reasons, which may result in a temporary or a permanent deferral. Common reasons people get a temporary disqualification may include being dehydrated, taking certain medications, getting a tattoo within the last 4 months, or being pregnant in the last 6 months.

How can you donate plasma quickly?

Donating plasma can get busy with donors and long waiting times. To donate plasma faster, choose a plasma center that allows you to book an appointment online and take your health screening questionnaire remotely from home. Additionally, call your local plasma center and ask for the least busy days and times of the week.

Can you workout after donating plasma?

Most phlebotomists recommend that you take a day off from working out or lifting weights on the same day as your plasma donation. Instead, take the day to rest, eat well, and drink plenty of water after your donation.

How often can I donate plasma?

Plasma donors are legally capped at two donations per week or 7-day period, with at least 48 hours in between each donation.

What should I eat before donating plasma?

Before your plasma donation, it's recommended that you drink plenty of water (4-6 eight-ounce glasses), and eat a meal with high protein and iron content. Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking on the same day as your donation.