The University of Virginia Health System is celebrating the recognition of forty-eight of its physicians in the latest edition of “America’s Top Doctors,” a highly respected guide published annually by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. This prestigious list highlights doctors considered to be within the top 1 percent of medical professionals in the nation, across various specialties and sub-specialties.
Inclusion in “America’s Top Doctors” is a testament to a physician’s exceptional skill and dedication. Doctors are nominated by their peers, a process involving thousands of board-certified physicians nationwide. Nominations also come from leaders within over 1,000 hospitals across the United States, including presidents, vice presidents of medical affairs, and chiefs of service across eight major medical specialties. This rigorous peer-review process ensures that only the most highly regarded doctors are featured.
The purpose of “America’s Top Doctors” is to serve as a valuable resource for individuals seeking outstanding medical specialists. Whether patients are looking for local, regional, or national experts, this guide aims to connect them with the best possible care. For those researching Doctor Names and seeking the highest quality medical professionals, the guide offers a curated list of exceptional physicians.
The U.Va. doctors recognized as America’s Top Doctors span a wide range of medical specialties, demonstrating the breadth and depth of expertise within the UVA Health System. Here are the recognized doctor names categorized by their specialties:
- Cardiology: Dr. George A. Beller
- Cardiac Electrophysiology: Dr. John P. DiMarco
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism: Dr. Eugene J. Barrett, Dr. Alan C. Dalkin, Dr. John C. Marshall, Dr. Mary Lee Vance
- Geriatric Psychiatry: Dr. Suzanne Holroyd
- Gynecologic Oncology: Dr. Peyton T. Taylor, Jr.
- Infectious Diseases: Dr. Richard D. Pearson, Dr. W. Michael Scheld
- Maternal and Fetal Medicine: Dr. James E. Ferguson II
- Medical Oncology: Dr. Paula M. Fracasso, Dr. William W. Grosh, Dr. Geoffrey R. Weiss, Dr. Michael E. Williams
- Neonatal Perinatal Medicine: Dr. Robert J. Boyle, Dr. John Kattwinkel
- Nephrology: Dr. W. Kline Bolton, Dr. Mark D. Okusa
- Neurological Surgery: Dr. Christopher I. Shaffrey, Dr. Mark E. Shaffrey
- Neurology: Dr. Steven T. DeKosky, Dr. Daryl R. Gress, Dr. Elliott C. Haley Jr., Dr. David Schiff, Dr. G. Frederick Wooten
- Neuroradiology: Dr. Mary E. Jensen
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: Dr. Kathie L. Hullfish
- Orthopaedic Surgery: Dr. David R. Diduch, Dr. Mark D. Miller
- Otolaryngology: Dr. Bradley W. Kesser, Dr. Paul A. Levine
- Pathology: Dr. Stacey E. Mills
- Pediatric Surgery: Dr. Bradley M. Rodgers
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: Dr. Paul T. Diamond
- Plastic Surgery: Dr. Raymond F. Morgan
- Psychiatry: Dr. Randolph J. Canterbury II
- Radiation Oncology: Dr. James M. Larner, Dr. Tyvin A. Rich
- Reproductive Endocrinology: Dr. Bruce Bateman
- Surgery: Dr. Reid B. Adams, Dr. John B. Hanks, Dr. Bruce D. Schirmer, Dr. Craig L. Slingluff Jr.
- Thoracic Surgery: Dr. David R. Jones, Dr. Irving L. Kron
- Urology: Dr. William D. Steers
- Vascular Surgery: Dr. Kenneth J. Cherry Jr.
Further demonstrating the UVA Health System’s commitment to cancer care, fifteen of these physicians were also recognized in “America’s Top Doctors for Cancer,” a companion publication. These doctor names, recognized for their expertise in cancer treatment, include:
- Dr. Reid B. Adams (Surgical Oncology)
- Dr. Paula M. Fracasso (Hematology/Oncology)
- Dr. William W. Grosh (Hematology/Oncology)
- Dr. John B. Hanks (General Surgery)
- Dr. David R. Jones (Thoracic Surgery)
- Dr. James M. Larner (Radiation Oncology)
- Dr. Paul A. Levine (Otolaryngology)
- Dr. Stacey E. Mills (Pathology)
- Dr. Tyvin A. Rich (Radiation Oncology)
- Dr. David Schiff (Neurology)
- Dr. Mark E. Shaffrey (Neurological Surgery)
- Dr. Craig L. Slingluff (Surgical Oncology)
- Dr. Peyton T. Taylor Jr. (Gynecologic Oncology)
- Dr. Geoffrey R. Weiss (Hematology/Oncology)
- Dr. Michael E. Williams (Hematology/Oncology)
This significant recognition of UVA physicians underscores the Health System’s dedication to providing exceptional patient care and housing some of the nation’s leading medical experts. For individuals seeking the best doctor names in various specialties, the “America’s Top Doctors” guide serves as an invaluable resource, and the strong representation from UVA Health System highlights its position at the forefront of healthcare.
