Castle Connolly

Castle Connolly's Top Hospitals recognition takes a modern approach to identifying healthcare excellence, reflecting how patients receive care today.

Recognizing the top 7% of physicians and the healthcare organizations setting the standard for clinical excellence in 2026

Higher specificity is needed for patients to make more informed decisions when choosing where to seek treatment for the procedures they require.

2025 list recognizes leading health systems, hospitals and physician practices

Represents more than 70,000 doctors, or top 7% of doctors in the U.S., all nominated by their peers

2024 list recognizes 336 leading Hispanic and Latino doctors in the nation

2024 List Recognizes 103 Leading LGBTQ+ Doctors in the Nation

2024 List Recognizes 722 Leading AAPI Doctors in the Nation

Inaugural list recognizes health systems, hospitals and physician practices

Over 8,300 doctors in 77 specialties honored as outstanding women in the medical field

2024 list recognizes 240 leading black doctors in the nation

Represents more than 66,000 doctors, or top 7% of doctors in the U.S., all nominated by peers; 2024 release also includes inaugural list of Castle Connolly Accolades

For the first time, list recognizes 234 leading Hispanic and Latino doctors in the nation

For the first time, list recognizes 64 leading LGBTQ+ doctors in the nation

For first time, list recognizes 350 leading AAPI doctors in the nation

Over 8,400 doctors in 77 specialties honored as outstanding women in the medical field

For first time, list recognizes 114 leading black doctors in the nation

Represents more than 63,000 Doctors, or top 7% of doctors in the U.S., all nominated by peers 2023 Marks the 30th Anniversary of Castle Connolly Top Doctors

665 doctors in 60 specialties recognized by their peers as emerging leaders in the medical community. For the first time, 51% of Rising Star doctors are female.

Recipients represent the top seven percent of physicians in the nation. Related research highlights the importance of physician recommendations when selecting a doctor.