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\"\"<\/a>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<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

Drs. Kristy Borawski<\/a>, Timothy Bukowski<\/a>, Katherine Chan<\/a>, Brad Figler<\/a>, Dave Friedlander<\/a>, David Johnson<\/a>, Matthew Nielsen<\/a>, Mathew Raynor<\/a>, Sherry Ross<\/a>, Angela Smith<\/a>, Richard Sutherland<\/a>, Hung-Jui \u201cRay\u201d Tan<\/a>, and Davis Viprakasit<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Castle Connolly Top Doctors list is curated through a rigorous peer-nomination process and comprehensive review of each physician\u2019s 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Celebrating Leaders in Medicine<\/h2>\n

In addition to their Top Doctor recognition, Drs. Kristy Borawski<\/a>, Sherry Ross<\/a>, and Angela Smith<\/a> were once again honored among Castle Connolly\u2019s Exceptional Women in Medicine<\/i>. This distinction highlights female physicians who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, clinical skill, research accomplishments, and contributions to education and community service.<\/p>\n

Dr. Matthew Nielsen<\/a> was also named to the \u201c10 Years Most Nominated\u201d peer list, an honor reserved for physicians who have been recognized among the Top Doctors for a decade or more\u2014signaling enduring peer respect and sustained contributions to healthcare.<\/p>\n

A Testament to Excellence<\/h2>\n

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\u2019s clinical, academic, and leadership mission.<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctors at UNC Urology<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Hans Arora, MD, PhD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2025<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Kristy Borawski, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2019
Exceptional Women In Medicine Since: 2019<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Timothy Bukowski, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2017<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

\n
\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Katherine Chan, MD, MPH<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Brad Figler, MD, FACS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Dave Friedlander, MD, MPH<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

\n
\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

David Johnson, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Matthew Nielsen, MD, MS, FACS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2017<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly 10 Years Most Nominated List<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Mathew Raynor, MD, FACS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

\n
\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Sherry Ross, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020
Exceptional Women In Medicine: 2020<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"Dr.<\/a><\/p>\n

Angela Smith, MD, MS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020
Exceptional Women In Medicine: 2020<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Richard Sutherland, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2010<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

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\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Hung-Jui (Ray) Tan, MD, MSHPM<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2021<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Davis Viprakasit, MD, FACS<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2020<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Mary Beth Westerman, MD<\/a><\/h3>\n

Castle Connolly Top Doctor Since: 2024<\/p>\n

Castle Connolly Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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