In their words
What doctors say.
Doctors on being recognized by their peers.
Maryam Seifi, DDSDentistry · Rockville, MD · 2016“I am so honored to have received this award from my peers. Helping others live happier, healthier lives through dentistry is my passion. Because oral health is so integral to one’s overall well-being, my mission is to provide the highest standard of dental care available.”
Ken Anderson, MDPlastic Surgery · Atlanta, GA · 2016“I display the award and trophy at my center to assure patients of outstanding and ethical care, and that my peers have endorsed me as a surgeon that they would recommend for hair restoration surgery services.”
Richard A. Norden, MDOphthalmology · Ridgewood, NJ · 2016“To be honored by your peers is such a remarkable achievement. I am grateful that my colleagues chose to recognize my contributions to the ophthalmology field.”
Gregory Buford, MDPlastic Surgery · Englewood, CO · 2016“From all of us at BEAUTY by BUFORD, we'd like to thank Doctor's Choice for recognizing us as a Top Plastic Surgery practice. We have had the pleasure of sharing this honor with our patients and greatly appreciate the recognition!”
Christopher Phelps, DMDDentistry · Matthews, NC · 2016“I truly feel honored to have been selected as 2016 March Doctors Choice Award winner. To know that I was nominated and awarded based off how I've impacted the lives of other Dental Specialists and Dentists such as my self was really humbling. Thank you to all whole participated and shared your stories. I look forward to continuing to serve you all.”
Lemnique Wafer, DVMVeterinary · Corpus Christi, TX · 2016“I am truly honored to have been nominated and to win Top Veterinarian of March, I appreciate all of my colleagues reviews and support! This is a great platform to recognize so many amazing Doctors in all specialties!”
Sabrina Strickland, MDOrthopedics · Uniondale, NY · 2016“Wow! I love what I do: enabling my patients to live life to their fullest potential. And, to be recognized by my peers is the cherry on top. Thanks Doctors' Choice Awards - The pleasure is mine & I humbly appreciate the award.”
Neil McLeod, DDSDentistry · Beverly Hills, CA · 2016“I was surprised and highly complimented to receive that particular award particularly as my colleagues have voted for me to have that position I consider it a great honor thank you. I hope I live up to it, the award and prove deserving of it.”
Joel Schlessinger, MD, FAAD, FAACSDermatology · Omaha, NE · 2016“I am so excited to be included in this very special list. Being recognized is always an honor, but when it is from your own colleagues it is an even greater honor. I'm delighted that DCA offers this opportunity for doctors in the United States!”
Dr. Dzifa S. KpodzoPlastic Surgery · Atlanta, GA · 2016“I am so thrilled and appreciative to have received this distinction from my peers. Thank you all and thank you Doctors' Choice Awards!”
Steven E. Zimmet, MD, RPVI, RVT, FACPhDermatology · Austin, TX · 2016“I am honored to receive this prestigious award, particularly because it reflects reviews from my peers.”
Joel Cohen, MDDermatology · Greenwood Village, CO · 2016“I feel very honored to have won this award! I think these awards help us learn a lot about our colleagues, and can be very helpful in many situations - such as when a patient moves to a different region of the country, we can help locate the physicians who have won these awards.”
Mary Lupo, MDDermatology · New Orleans, LA · 2016“I'm honored to be recognized as the Top Dermatologist for the month of June by Doctor's Choice Awards. Thanks to all of my peers for their kind words and support!”
Jonathan Mandras, DDSDentistry · Bel AIr, MD · 2016“It's an honor to receive my winner badge from the Doctors' Choice Awards. Just as I always enjoy hearing about my patients' experiences, I also value the opinions of my peers. Hearing from other doctors in the area that they would recommend my services means I am doing something right. I look forward to continuing to provide superior care for my patients.”
John Paul Tutela, MDPlastic Surgery · Livingston, NJ · 2016“I am very excited about the award It is nice to know trying to do your best at work and provide good care for patients, and your colleagues, and your colleagues’ patients, and then to be recognized for that is always a humbling experience and very appreciated. I spent a lot of time with my patients both before and after surgery, and it is really nice to know that both them and my physician colleagues recognize and appreciate that.”
Nissan Pilest, MDDermatology · Irvine, CA · 2016“I am very excited. It is so nice to be recognized for doing something you love and do everyday. I appreciate the consideration and feel honored to be the winner.”
Joanna Chan, MDDermatology · Long Beach, CA · 2016“Thank you for this great honor. I am thrilled to be recognized by my colleagues as a top dermatologist.”
Jim Arnold, DDSDentistry · Valparaiso, IN · 2015“I am extraordinarily honored to have been nominated and even more excited about actually winning this award. Being recognized by my peers for my commitment to excellence in dentistry is truly humbling. It's really a testament to my awesome team and their hard work in making our practices something special.”
Michael Burgdorf, MDPlastic Surgery · Nashville, TN · 2015“This is a great honor that will help differentiate me from other doctors. In today's environment, the power of a physician referral cannot and should not be ignored. This award allows for separation from the crowd of competing surgeons.”
Babak Ghassemi, DDS, FACDSDentistry · Oakland, CA · 2015“Thank you so much Doctors' Choice Awards! Honored to be in consideration, and with such great fellow nominees!”
Misbah Khan, MD, FAADDermatology · New York, NY · 2015“I wanted to humbly thank you for such an esteemed award. Thank you :). This is such a great organization with specific goals. You help doctors just as much as patients, helping them find what's best for their needs. Keep up the good work.”
Mira Stotland, MDDermatology · Encino, CA · 2015“I am thrilled and will happily place this award on my new website. I think the website is very helpful and giving patients more information about the doctors they are choosing to see. It's beneficial to both doctors and patients.”
David T. W. Chiu, MD, FACS, FAAPPlastic Surgery · New York, NY · 2015“It is an honor as it is an approval and encouragement from my peers. I take great pride of being a plastic surgeon. I believe as a professional group we are among the most altruistic , the most creative and the most multitalented.”
Mayoor Patel, DDS, MSDentistry · Atlanta, GA · 2015“It truly is a gratifying feeling knowing my peers and colleagues trust in me and my services in the field of craniofacial pain and dental sleep medicine. I strive to remain ahead of the advancements in craniofacial pain and dental sleep medicine, which is why receiving the Atlanta Award for Dental Sleep Medicine in 2015 is such an honor. I look forward to working with further with my peers and colleagues in 2016 to further exemplify the Doctors' Choice Award's mission and values.”
Lousine V. Kirakosian, DDSDentistry · Glendale, CA · 2015“I would like to send my appreciation regarding the city award. It approved that whatever we do for others in this short life, it remains and is immortal.”
Charlie Cattano, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAFFamily & General Practice · Lewes, DE · 2015“Thanks for the honor and the recognition! I'm grateful and appreciative --a reward for doing what I love, caring for my patients!”
Andres Taleisnik, MDPlastic Surgery · Orange, CA · 2015“Any positive recognition from peers, such as Doctors' Choice, is always appreciated. The idea is excellent.”
Lee Schmitt, MD, FACSBariatric Surgery · Birmingham, AL · 2015“I am honored at my selection as the Top Bariatric Surgeon of the Month by Doctor' Choice. All such recognition is special to me, but since this honor is based on peer recognition, it is especially meaningful. I appreciate Doctor's Choice and applaud their efforts to help patients make the best healthcare decisions.”
Pankaj P. Singh, DDS, DICOI, DABOI/ID, FAAIDDentistry · New York, NY · 2015“Thank you so much for the acknowledgement. It's not every day that you get to hear what your fellow colleagues think about you, it's quite humbling and proud feeling at the same time so a service such as yours is invaluable not only from a professional evaluation standpoint but also to showcase to ones patients how their doctor is perceived by their profession in an unbiased fashion. Thank you for this great service and I wish you continued success.”
Jennifer Ahdout, MDDermatology · Beverly Hills, CA · 2015“It is nice to receive this recognition from our colleagues with this award. To have the support of well-respected physicians in the field really has an influence in the way that our patients perceive us.”
H. L. Greenberg, MDDermatology · Las Vegas, NV · 2015“Patients see my Doctor's choice award and feel reassured that my colleagues recognize me as a physician to whom they would feel comfortable sending their patients. I'm honored to have been chosen as a Doctors' Choice Awards recipient.”
Lisa Zaleski, DODermatology · San Diego, CA · 2015“It is an honor to be nominated for the Doctors' Choice Award for Dermatology in San Diego for 2015. This distinction is greatly appreciated.”
Arisa Ortiz, MDDermatology · La Jolla, CA · 2015“It is truly an honor to receive the Doctors' Choice Award. It means so much to have been recognized by my peers. The Doctors' Choice Award is a great way to assist patients in making informed decisions about their care.”
