We take the peer review process very seriously here at What’s Up? Media. Our Top Docs, Top Dentists, and Leading Lawyers surveys (each produced every other year) require a surprising amount of time and energy to execute. Top Docs has been a 10-month process that began in January with the direct mailing of more than 3,000 survey packages to local doctors, as well as a gated online version of the survey open to any licensed doctor practicing in the region. After surveys were collected by deadline, vetted (each survey needing a valid Maryland medical license number), and tallied, we arrived at the list on the following pages.
The Top Docs contained on these pages represent the individuals who received the highest number of nominations from their peers. Please note that many fine physicians who are either new to the area or affiliated with other medical institutions may not be included. Additionally, this list represents only those “winners” who received the most substantial number of votes, not everyone who was nominated.
Once again, we would like to thank all the busy doctors who took the time to respond to this important survey. Knowing who medical professionals consider the best in their respective fields is an invaluable asset. Many of our well-informed readers will keep this issue year-round for ready reference. What’s Up? Media readers know the real thing when they see it.
Allergy & Immunology
Dealing with allergies and an exaggerated immune response or reaction to substances.
Dr. Duane Gels*
Annapolis Allergy & Asthma, L.L.C.; 227 North Liberty Street, Centreville; 410-758-6700; annapolisallergy.com
Anesthesiology
The practice of blocking pain, discomfort, or distress during surgery or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure.
Dr. Stephen Lemke*
Tidewater Anesthesia Associates; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000 Ext. 5603; tidewateranesthesia.com
Dr. Kevin Nebab*
Tidewater Anesthesia Associates; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000 Ext. 5603; tidewateranesthesia.com
Dr. John Snell*
Tidewater Anesthesia Associates; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000 Ext. 5603; tidewateranesthesia.com
Cardiovascular Disease
Dealing with the heart, its actions and diseases.
Dr. Robert Hanna*
UM CMG Cardiology; 500 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 207, Easton; 410-822-5571; umms.org
Dr. John Kennedy*
MedStar Cardiology Associates; 1630 Main Street, Ste. 208, Chester; 410-643-3186; medstarheartinstitute.org
Colon & Rectal Surgery
Dealing with surgery involving the colon and rectum.
Dr. Kevin Stitely*
Anne Arundel Medical Group; 28438 Marlboro Avenue, Easton; 410-822-4220; myaamg.org
Critical Care Medicine
Providing life support or organ support to patients who require intense monitoring.
Dr. Peyman Otmishi*
UM Shore Regional Health; 500 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 209, Easton; 410-822-0110; umms.org
Dermatology
Dealing with the skin and its diseases.
Dr. Kirra Brandon*
Easton Dermatology; 403 Marvel Court, Easton; 410-819-8867; eastondermatology.com
Endocrinology
Dealing with the endocrine glands, involved in the secretion of hormones.
Dr. Bayan Mesmar*
University of Maryland Community Medical Group; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000; umms.org
Gastroenterology
Dealing with the structure, functions, diseases, and pathology of the stomach and intestines.
Dr. George John*
Eastern Shore Endoscopy; 511 Idlewild Avenue, Easton; 410-200-9800; easternshoreendoscopy.com
Dr. Volkan Taskin*
Eastern Shore Endoscopy; 511 Idlewild Avenue, Easton; 410-200-9800; easternshoreendoscopy.com
Dr. Matthew Troshinsky*
Eastern Shore Endoscopy; 511 Idlewild Avenue, Easton; 410-200-9800; easternshoreendoscopy.com
Gynecology
Dealing with the diseases and routines physical care of the reproductive system of women.
Dr. Dale Jafari*
University of Maryland Community Medical Group; 490 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 106, Easton; 410-822-7040
Dr. Karen Hardart
AAMG Annapolis OB-GYN; 1630 Main Street, Ste. 211, Chester; 410-573-9530; annapolisobgyn.com
Hematology & Oncology
Dealing with the blood and blood-forming organs (hematology) and dealing with the treatment and management of cancer (oncology).
Dr. Mary DeShields*
Eastern Shore Oncology PC; 509 Idlewild Avenue, Ste. 1, Easton; 410-819-3332
Dr. David Smith
Bay Hematology/Oncology; 8221 Teal Drive, Ste. 301, Easton; 410-820-5945
Hospice & Palliative
Providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of serious illness.
Dr. Lakshmi Vaidyanathan
Easton Memorial Hospital; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000
Internal Medicine
Dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of non-surgical diseases.
Dr. Matthew Fischer*
Chesapeake Bay Internal Medicine; 2 Martin Court, Ste. 3, Easton; 410-820-0621
Dr. Curtis Foy*
River Family Physicians; 555 Cynwood Drive, Easton; 410-820-7270; myaamg.org
Dr. Carolyn Helmly*
Miles River Physicians; 508 Idlewild Avenue, Ste. 3, Easton; 410-822-9133 Ext. 5887; umshoreregional.org
Nephrology
Dealing with the structure, function, and diseases of the kidneys.
Dr. Anish Hinduja*
Kidney Health Center; 5 Martin Court, Easton; 410-820-9823; khcmd.com
Dr. Khalid Kurtom*
University of Maryland Community Medical Group; 490 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 103, Easton; 410-820-9117; umshoreregional.org
Neurological Surgery
Dealing with nervous system structures such as nerves, the brain, or the spinal cord.
Dr. Molly Price*
Annapolis Neurology Associates; 130 Love Point Road, Ste. 107, Stevensville; 410-604-2759; annapolisneurology.com
Dr. Patricia Scripko*
UM CMG Neurology and Sleep Medicine; 490 Cadmus Lane, Ste.102, Easton; 410-770-5250
Ophthalmology
Dealing with the structure, functions, and diseases of the eye.
Dr. Paul Dyer*
James & Dyer, M.D. Ophthalmology; 4 Caulk Lane, Easton; 410-822-7931; jamesanddyer.com
Dr. Zuleika Ghodsi*
Delmarva Laser Eye Center; 405 Marvel Court, Easton; 410-822-9801; delmarvaeye.com
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Dealing with the medical and therapeutic aspects of sports participation and physical activity.
Dr. Richard Mason*
The Orthopedic Center; 510 Idlewild Avenue, Ste. 200, Easton; 410-820-8226 Ext. 5891; theorthopediccenter.net
Orthopedic Surgery
Dealing with conditions involving musculoskeletal systems.
Dr. Jason Jancosko*
The Orthopedic Center; 510 Idlewild Avenue, Ste. 200, Easton; 410-820-8226; theorthopediccenter.net
Orthopedic Surgery (Knee)
Dealing with surgery of the knee.
Dr. Richard Mason*
The Orthopedic Center; 510 Idlewild Avenue, Ste. 200, Easton; 410-820-8226; theorthopediccenter.net
Otolaryngology
Dealing with the ear, nose, and throat.
Dr. Avron Marcus*
Ear, Nose, Throat Asthma & Allergy Care; 1630 Main Street, Ste. 217, Chester; 410-760-8840; entaacare.com
Plastic Surgery (Enhancement)
Dealing with modifying or improving the appearance of a physical feature using the techniques of plastic surgery.
Dr. Roger Orsini*
Shore Aesthetic & Reconstructive Associates; 505 Dutchmans Lane, Ste. B1, Easton; 410-822-7703; rogerorsinimd.com
Dr. Kelly Sullivan*
Sullivan Surgery & Spa; 1 Goldsborough Street, Easton; 443-221-2700; sullivansurgery.com
Plastic Surgery (Facial)
Dealing with plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face, nose, head, and neck.
Dr. Roger Orsini*
Shore Aesthetic & Reconstructive Associates; 505 Dutchmans Lane, Ste. B1, Easton; 410-822-7703; rogerorsinimd.com
Plastic Surgery (Reconstructive)
Dealing with the restoration of appearance and function following injury or disease or the correction of congenital defects using the techniques of plastic surgery.
Dr. Christopher Spittler*
Plastic Surgery Specialists; 611A Dutchmans Lane, Easton; 410-841-5355; plasticsurgeryspec.com
Primary Care Medicine
Provides first-contact care for persons with any undiagnosed sign, symptom, or health concern and comprehensive care for the person which is not organ- or problem-specific.
Dr. Matthew King*
AAMG Eastern Shore Primary Care; 1630 Main Street, Ste. 204, Chester; 410-643-4524; easternshoreprimarycare.com
Dr. Patrick Shanahan
Drs. Shanahan & Ferguson; 120 Speer Road, Bldg. B, Chestertown; 410-778-9300; mychestertowndoctor.com
Pulmonology
Dealing with the function and diseases of the lungs.
Dr. David Oliver*
UM CMG Pulmonary Care; 500 Cadmus Lane, Easton; 410-822-0110; umcmg.org
Radiology
Dealing with the science of X-rays and other high energy radiation, especially in the use of such radiation for the treatment and diagnosis of disease.
Dr. Kimberly Oster*
Delmarva Radiology; 219 South Washington Street, Easton; 410-822-1000
Rheumatology
Dealing with rheumatic diseases or any of the various conditions characterized by inflammation or pain in muscles, joints, or fibrous tissue.
Dr. Elizabeth Clayton*
Edmund JMaclaughlin MD; 505 Dutchmans Lane, Ste. A2, Easton; 410-819-6545
General Surgery
Dealing with diseases and conditions requiring or amenable to operative or manual procedures.
Dr. Kevin Stitely*
Shore Surgical Care; 505 Dutchmans Lane, Ste. A3, Easton; 443-924-2900; myaamg.org/surgical-specialists
Urology
Dealing with the urinary or urogenital organs.
Dr. Christopher Runz*
UM CMG Shore Comprehensive Urology; 490 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 104, Easton; 410-820-0560; umshoreregional.org
Dr. John Foley
University of Maryland Community Medical Group; 490 Cadmus Lane, Easton, Ste. 104; 410-820-0560; umcmg.org
Back Pain
A common, painful condition affecting portion(s) of the spine.
Dr. Khalid Kurtom*
University of Maryland Community Medical Group; 490 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 103, Easton; 410-820-9117; umshoreregional.org
Breast Cancer
A cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
Dr. Roberta Lilly*
Clark Comprehensive Breast Center; 10 Martin Court, Easton; 410-820-9400; umshoreregional.org
Sleep Apnea
A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Dr. Peyman Otmishi*
UM Shore Regional Health; 500 Cadmus Lane, Ste. 209, Easton; 410-822-0110; umcmg.org
