We’re excited to announce the 2025 Castle Connolly Rising Stars! This list recognizes 600+ early career physicians for their outstanding accomplishments and dedication to patient care. castleconnolly.com/rising-star-aw…

Congratulations to Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Rising Star—her third time earning this prestigious honor! Learn more: castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

Congratulations to Dr. Vickram Tandon on being recognized as 2025 Castle Connolly Rising Star! Dr. Tandon is a board-certified plastic surgeon at the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery, specializing in cosmetic procedures of the breast, body, and face. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“I saw how that transformed and improved their quality of life. That experience helped steer me toward cosmetic and laser medicine within the field of dermatology." Dr. Watchmaker reflects on how her early experiences shaped her career path in medicine. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“That experience made it very clear to me that plastic surgeons do everything with love, passion, and meticulous attention to detail.” Dr. Tandon shares what inspired him to specialize in plastic surgery. Learn more: castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“While medical school and residency provide structured learning environments, mentorship adds the nuanced, real-world guidance that textbooks and formal curricula simply can’t offer.” castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

We’re excited to announce the 2025 Castle Connolly Top AAPI Doctors! This list recognizes 950+ Asian American and Pacific Islander physicians for their exceptional skills, dedication, and commitment to empowering their community. castleconnolly.com/top-aapi-docto…

Congratulations to Dr. Omar Ibrahimi on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top AAPI Doctor! Omar A. Ibrahimi, MD, PhD is the founder of the Connecticut Skin Institute and a leading specialist in skin cancer treatment and advanced cosmetic procedures. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Lee on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top AAPI Doctor! With a background as an accomplished concert pianist, Michelle Lee MD brings an artist’s precision and eye for detail to every procedure. Learn more: castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“For her, it wasn't just a facelift — it was a catalyst for reclaiming her voice.” One patient’s journey left a lasting impression on Dr. Lee, reinforcing her belief that true transformation starts within and just how empowering aesthetic care can be. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“Seeing how his demeanor and personality changed — and how he found a significant other and got married during the course of our treatments — was really refreshing and heartwarming." castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

Mental health care is not one-size-fits-all, especially within the AAPI community, which spans more than 50 ethnic groups and 100 languages. Addressing this gap requires more than expanding access — it requires cultural competency. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

We’re excited to announce the 2025 Castle Connolly Top LGBTQ+ Doctors! Presented in partnership with GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equali, this list recognizes 141 LGBTQ+ physicians for their clinical excellence and commitment to inclusive care. castleconnolly.com/castle-connoll…

“Care—real, lifesaving care—has never been neutral. It has always been a deliberate choice. And time and again, LGBTQ+ health professionals have chosen to show up, even when systems did not.” - Alex Sheldon, Executive Director at GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ+ Equali castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

“That really lit a fire in me… It was something I always had an interest in, but when I went to medical school, there was no training in gender-affirming care.” castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

In addition to our list of Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, we’re proud to announce that the number of Top Doctors providing LGBTQ+ affirming care has grown by more than 150% since last year, now totaling over 1,000 physicians! castleconnolly.com/badge/lgbtq-af…

"One main misunderstanding is that affirming care is only surgery. This is completely untrue. Affirming care includes psychological, social, and medical aspects of the whole care of the person." - Dr. Buyuk, Reproductive Endocrinologist at RMA of NY castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

"Whether they've already determined certain aspects of their journey or are still exploring, I'm here to guide them." Taraneh Nazem of RMA of NY shares how she supports LGBTQ+ patients with care that’s inclusive, compassionate, and affirming. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

Castle Connolly Top Doctor and affirming care provider Dr. Jenna Friedenthal shares what affirming care means to her, and why it's essential in fertility care. castleconnolly.com/topics/top-doc…

Not all rankings are created equal. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals prioritize what patients actually care about — outcomes, experience, and excellence in specific medical procedures. Offering a modern, transparent approach to hospital ratings. castleconnolly.com/top-hospitals