Congratulations to the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors!. We're proud to recognize over 70,000 physicians, representing the top 7% of doctors nationwide. Each doctor has been nominated by their peers and thoroughly vetted by our research team.

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.

"Whether they've already determined certain aspects of their journey or are still exploring, I'm here to guide them.". @drtaranehnazem of @RMAofNY shares how she supports LGBTQ+ patients with care that’s inclusive, compassionate, and affirming.

"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 @RMAofNY .

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!.

“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.”.

“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_LGBTHealth .

We’re excited to announce the 2025 Castle Connolly Top LGBTQ+ Doctors!. Presented in partnership with @GLMA_LGBTHealth, this list recognizes 141 LGBTQ+ physicians for their clinical excellence and commitment to inclusive care.

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.

“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.".

“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.

Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Lee on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top AAPI Doctor!. With a background as an accomplished concert pianist, .@DrMichelleLee brings an artist’s precision and eye for detail to every procedure. Learn more:.

Congratulations to Dr. Omar Ibrahimi on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top AAPI Doctor!. @ctskindoc is the founder of the Connecticut Skin Institute and a leading specialist in skin cancer treatment and advanced cosmetic procedures.

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.

“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.”.

“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:.

“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.

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.

Congratulations to Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker on being recognized as a 2025 Castle Connolly Rising Star—her third time earning this prestigious honor!. Learn more:.

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.

ICYMI: The 2025 Castle Connolly Top Hospitals list is now available!. The inaugural list recognizes over 1,400 hospitals for their excellence in performing specific medical procedures.