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The UNC Department of Urology is proud to announce that fifteen of its faculty members have been named to the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors list.

New to the list this year are Drs. Hans Arora and Mary Elizabeth Westerman. They join a distinguished cohort of returning honorees including:

Drs. Kristy Borawski, Timothy Bukowski, Katherine Chan, Brad Figler, Dave Friedlander, David Johnson, Matthew Nielsen, Mathew Raynor, Sherry Ross, Angela Smith, Richard Sutherland, Hung-Jui “Ray” Tan, and Davis Viprakasit.

The Castle Connolly Top Doctors list is curated through a rigorous peer-nomination process and comprehensive review of each physician’s credentials, training, professional reputation, and disciplinary history. It is widely regarded as one of the most trusted resources for identifying high-quality medical care in the United States. You can read more about Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor methodology on their website.

Celebrating Leaders in Medicine

In addition to their Top Doctor recognition, Drs. Kristy Borawski, Sherry Ross, and Angela Smith were once again honored among Castle Connolly’s Exceptional Women in Medicine. This distinction highlights female physicians who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, clinical skill, research accomplishments, and contributions to education and community service.

Dr. Matthew Nielsen was also named to the “10 Years Most Nominated” peer list, an honor reserved for physicians who have been recognized among the Top Doctors for a decade or more—signaling enduring peer respect and sustained contributions to healthcare.

A Testament to Excellence

UNC Urology congratulates all of its faculty recognized this year. Their selection to be part of the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors list is not only a testament to their individual commitment to patient-centered care, but also reflects the collective strength of the department’s clinical, academic, and leadership mission.

Castle Connolly Top Doctors at UNC Urology

Hans Arora, MD, PhD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2025

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Kristy Borawski, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2019
Exceptional Women In Medicine Since: 2019

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Timothy Bukowski, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2017

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Katherine Chan, MD, MPH

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021

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Brad Figler, MD, FACS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020

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Dave Friedlander, MD, MPH

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024

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David Johnson, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024

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Matthew Nielsen, MD, MS, FACS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2017

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Mathew Raynor, MD, FACS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021

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Sherry Ross, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020
Exceptional Women In Medicine: 2020

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Dr. Angela M. Smith

Angela Smith, MD, MS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020
Exceptional Women In Medicine: 2020

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Richard Sutherland, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2010

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Hung-Jui (Ray) Tan, MD, MSHPM

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021

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Davis Viprakasit, MD, FACS

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020

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Mary Beth Westerman, MD

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024

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