Orthopedic Centers of Colorado (OCC) is proud to announce that 36 of its physicians and providers have been recognized as 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a distinction that reflects the highest standards of clinical excellence, peer respect, and patient-centered care.
This year’s honorees represent a broad range of specialties across the OCC network, including Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Anesthesiology—underscoring OCC’s commitment to comprehensive, team-based orthopedic care at every stage of treatment and recovery.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation is one of the most respected honors in medicine. Physicians are nominated by their peers—other licensed doctors who recognize excellence within their own fields. Each nomination then undergoes a rigorous, independent review process led by physician researchers at Castle Connolly. This process evaluates factors such as medical education and training, board certification, hospital and academic appointments, professional achievements, disciplinary history, and demonstrated excellence in clinical practice.
Only approximately 7% of physicians nationwide earn the Castle Connolly Top Doctor distinction each year. The selection process follows strict guidelines and a high threshold of professional achievement, ensuring that the designation reflects not popularity, but true medical leadership and expertise.
“We are incredibly honored to see so many of our providers recognized at the national level,” said Orthopedic Centers of Colorado leadership. “This recognition speaks not only to the individual skill of our physicians, but to the culture of excellence, collaboration, and patient-first care that defines OCC.”
Orthopedic Centers of Colorado remains dedicated to delivering advanced, evidence-based orthopedic care across Colorado—helping patients move better, recover stronger, and return to the activities they love with confidence.
