Fourteen dermatologists across the United Derm Partners network are recognized for excellence in patient care and clinical expertise.
NASHVILLE, March 17, 2026 – United Derm Partners is proud to announce that 14 physicians across its network of dermatology practices have been named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a prestigious recognition that honors physicians who demonstrate excellence in clinical care and are highly regarded by their peers.
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are selected through a rigorous, independent process designed to identify leading physicians in their specialties. Doctors are nominated by their peers and thoroughly vetted by Castle Connolly’s physician-led research team. The evaluation process includes a comprehensive review of professional qualifications, education, hospital and faculty appointments, research leadership, professional reputation, and disciplinary history. Only a small percentage of physicians nationwide are ultimately recognized as Castle Connolly Top Doctors each year.
The following United Derm Partners physicians were named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors:
- Alaska Center for Dermatology – Peter Ehrnstrom, M.D., FAAD, FASDS
- Advanced Dermatology & Skin Surgery – Hilary Hill, M.D., FAAD
- Bend Dermatology Clinic – Joshua May, M.D., FAAD
- Dermatology Associates of Northeast Georgia – Daniel Rabb, M.D.
- Dermatology Associates
- Eric Hester, M.D.
- Stephen Mannino, M.D.
- Gretchen Vanderbeek, M.D.
- MetroDerm and Center for Plastic Surgery
- Corrie Alford, M.D.
- Jack Arbiser, M.D., Ph.D.
- Adar Berghoff, M.D.
- Amy Kim, M.D.
- Julia Neckman, M.D.
- Farzad Nahai, M.D.
- Vitalogy – Alok Vij, M.D.
These physicians represent several United Derm Partners practices nationwide and specialize in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Their recognition reflects the high level of expertise and patient-centered care that United Derm Partners strives to deliver in every community it serves.
Castle Connolly has been identifying top doctors for more than 35 years, helping patients find trusted physicians who are leaders in their fields. Physicians cannot pay to be nominated or selected, ensuring that the designation remains an objective and credible marker of professional excellence.
United Derm Partners congratulates these outstanding physicians for their dedication to advancing dermatologic care and improving their patients’ health.
For information about United Derm Partners’ different practices, visit their website.
About United Derm Partners
United Derm Partners is a physician-led dermatology management organization dedicated to supporting leading dermatology practices across the United States. By providing operational, strategic, and administrative support, United Derm Partners enables physicians to focus on delivering high-quality medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care while maintaining the integrity and independence of their practices.