News Summary
Grand Rapids Magazine has announced its Top Doctors 2025 list, showcasing the region’s top medical professionals selected through a peer-review process. The list includes physicians across 71 specialties, reflecting their commitment to patient care. The evaluation involved extensive surveys sent to the medical community to ensure a comprehensive representation of trusted healthcare providers in the area.
Grand Rapids Unveils Top Doctors of 2025 Following Rigorous Review
Grand Rapids, Michigan – Grand Rapids Magazine has released its much-anticipated Top Doctors 2025 list, highlighting the most esteemed medical professionals in the region, as evaluated through a thorough peer-review process conducted by Professional Research Services (PRS) in Troy, Michigan. The selection encompasses physicians across 71 board-certified specialties, reflecting the most gifted and reliable doctors serving the Grand Rapids area.
The research period ran from November 1, 2024, to January 22, 2025, during which PRS reached out to various health systems and physicians in Ottawa, Kent, Muskegon, and Allegan counties. Doctors were invited to participate by voting for their peers and could select up to five professionals from each specialty. The physicians who received the highest vote counts were then validated by the State of Michigan, ensuring they are currently active and in good standing with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
Methodology of Selection
PRS’s peer-review survey focused exclusively on M.D. and D.O. physicians to curate an accurate representation of top medical talents in local areas. The voting process was facilitated through emails and postcards sent to the medical community, encouraging participation from hospitals and medical clinics, many of which distributed the surveys among practicing physicians to ensure widespread input.
In total, the list includes notable names across various fields, each recognized for their commitment to excellence in patient care. The comprehensive nature of the survey and the validation process ensures that the results reflect a reliable assessment of the leading medical professionals in Grand Rapids.
Highlighted Specialists and Their Practices
The Top Doctors list showcases a diverse group of specialists, including:
- Emergency Care Specialists:
- Stephanie L. Cunningham, M.D.
- Charles D. Draznin, M.D.
- Bradley D. Riley, M.D.
- Erica M. Tavares, M.D.
- Allergy and Immunology:
- Bradley Boelkins, M.D. (Corewell Health)
- Vincent Dubravec, M.D. (Allergy/Asthma Specialists West Michigan)
- Karyn Gell, M.D. (Grand Rapids Allergy)
- Anesthesia:
- Matthew R. Reynolds, M.D. (Anesthesia Practice Consultants)
- Ashley Screws, M.D. (Trinity Health Muskegon Anesthesia)
- Breast Health:
- Jamie Caughran, M.D. (Trinity Health Breast Center)
- Amie M. Hop, M.D. (Corewell Health Comprehensive Breast Clinic)
- Cardiothoracic Surgery:
- Justin S. Fanning, M.D. (Corewell Health Cardiovascular Services)
- Edward T. Murphy, M.D. (Corewell Health)
- Pulmonology:
- Julia B. Becker, M.D. (Corewell Health)
- Eric Geiser, M.D. (Trinity Health Medical Group)
- Dermatology:
- Kurt A. Ashack, M.D. (Dermatology Associates of West Michigan)
- Ashley Agerson, M.D. (West Michigan Dermatology)
- Ophthalmology:
- Thomas M. Aaberg Jr., M.D. (Retina Specialists of Michigan)
- Parin Gohel, M.D. (Grand Rapids Ophthalmology)
- Gastroenterology:
- Thomas Rupp, M.D. (Corewell Health)
- Michelle Muza-Moons, M.D. (University of Michigan Health-West)
- Pediatric Specialties:
- Lisa M. Lowery, M.D. (Corewell Health Pediatric Adolescent Medicine)
- Jennifer A. Bach, D.O. (Emergency Care Specialists)
Conclusion
Grand Rapids Magazine’s Top Doctors 2025 list not only honors the achievements of these medical professionals, but it also serves as a critical resource for individuals seeking trusted healthcare providers in the region. With validation from both peers and state licensing authorities, the list stands as a testament to the quality of care available to the community.
For further inquiries, individuals can contact PRS through their website or email for more details about the selection process or specific doctors recognized in the annual list.
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