Nine physicians from Summit Health were recognized as 2025 “Top Doctors” by Connecticut Magazine. This prestigious honor demonstrates how highly regarded Summit Health’s doctors are in the communities they serve and within the field of medicine. Physicians who receive this award are nominated by their peers as part of an annual survey from the healthcare organization, Castle Connolly.

“We are exceedingly proud of our physicians who were named Top Doctors and applaud them for their commitment to excellence within their fields,” said Adam Barrison, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Summit Health. “This award is a testament to their unwavering dedication, compassion and high-quality care they provide every day, which has made a difference in the lives of so many patients.”

Congratulations to Summit Health’s Top Doctors (in alphabetical order):

• Peter J. Acker, MD, Pediatrics
• Julianne R. Biroschak, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Steven M. Feldman, MD, Otolaryngology
• Richard T. Gervasi, MD, Nephrology
• Andrew L. Haas, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery
• Peter W. Hughes, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery
• Richard G. Huntley, MD, Internal Medicine
• James Samuel, MD, Internal Medicine
• William T. Schmidt, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery

About Summit Health

Summit Health helps patients with their primary care and specialty care needs. Whether it’s getting annual checkups, raising a family, or prioritizing healthy aging, Summit Health works as a team to deliver care that helps patients make the right choices and stay a step ahead of any issues. Exceptional doctors are committed to providing the best care and supporting patients over their lifetime. And if patients ever need urgent care, they can visit CityMD, whose providers are part of Summit Health’s connected care team. To learn more, visit summithealth.com.

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“We are exceedingly proud of our physicians who were named Top Doctors and applaud them for their commitment to excellence within their fields,” said Adam Barrison, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Summit Health.