Two local physicians named America’s top doctors
Two physicians with Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida have been named among the “Best Doctors in America” for the fifth time by Castle Connolly Medical in New York.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist Heather Auld, M.D., and Gynecologist Mary Yankaskas, M.D., are featured in the June issue of Gulfshore Life magazine. Both physicians also were included in the 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2010 lists as well.
Selections are made through a national survey of physicians and hospital administrators conducted by Castle Connolly Medical, an independent research and information company that is the nation’s leading provider of information on physicians. After the votes are tallied, Castle Connolly ensures that the physicians meet the company’s criteria, which include board certification, years of experience in their specialties, and a clean disciplinary record.
“This is an incredible honor for both of us, especially since the nominations were made by our peers,” said Dr. Auld, who practices at the Fort Myers OB/GYN office at 9021 Park Royal Drive.
“As nice as it is to be recognized, our best reviews come from our patients,” said Dr. Yankaskas, who practices at both the Fort Myers OB/GYN office and the Cape Coral office at 1265 Viscaya Parkway.
Both physicians were honored by Gulfshore Life magazine at an awards banquet last month.
Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida, a physician-owned and operated medical practice, was formed in 1996 by many long practicing local physicians and has grown to become the largest independent multi-specialty practice in Southwest Florida with more than 45 medical professionals.
Medical specialties include internal medicine, family practice, obstetrics, gynecology, and pediatrics. Ten offices are conveniently located in Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres.
–submitted by Susan Bennett