Honoring Excellence: Pain and Injury Network’s 2025 Top Doctors
Each year, NY Top Doc honors highlight clinical leadership and patient-centered care across the nation. We are proud to celebrate the 2025 Top Doctor honorees from practices within our network who were recognized among New York’s Top Doctors for their commitment to advancing musculoskeletal health.
This recognition showcases the high standard of orthopedic, spine, and foot & ankle care available through Pain and Injury’s trusted regional network.
South Island Orthopedics’ Honorees
Patients across Long Island benefit from advanced orthopedic and sports medicine care at South Island Orthopedics, where several physicians were named Top Doctors for 2025:
- Nicholas DeBellis, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist - Garrett Moss, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon - Munif Hussain, DO, MS, CAQSM
Sports Medicine Physician
These specialists exemplify patient-centered orthopedic care across Nassau and Suffolk Counties, serving communities in Cedarhurst and Rockville Centre.
Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group Honorees
Serving patients across New York and Connecticut, Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group continues to provide comprehensive orthopedic care. The following physicians were named Top Doctors of 2025:
Top Orthopaedic Doctors
- Joel S. Buchalter, MD, FAAOS, FACS
Orthopaedic Surgery & Total Joint Replacement Specialist - Stuart Styles, MD, FAAOS
Orthopaedic Surgery - Victor Khabie, MD, FAAOS, FACS
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Specialist - Scott M. Levin, MD, FAAOS
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Specialist - Yariv Maghen, MD, FAAOS
Orthopaedic Surgery & Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery - Matthew R. Rogell, MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Total Joint Replacement Specialist - Daniel C. Smith, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery & Total Joint Replacement Specialist
Top Spine Doctors
- Andrew M. Peretz, MD, FAAOS
Spine Surgery & Orthopaedic Surgery - Dean C. Perfetti, MD, MPH
Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Podiatry
- Alan Berman, DPM, FACFAS
Podiatrist
These physicians represent the high standard of musculoskeletal care available in Carmel, Danbury, Newburgh, Mount Kisco, and Fishkill.
Why This Recognition Matters
Being named a Top Doctor represents more than professional achievement. It reflects trust, compassion, and leadership within the medical community. These physicians have been recognized for their dedication to safety, ongoing education, and adherence to evidence-based medical standards. If you need a second opinion, we can help connect you with board-certified specialists.
Accessing Top-Rated Care in New York
Whether you are seeking orthopedic care in Westchester County or sports medicine support on Long Island, the Pain and Injury Network connects patients with physicians across New York who focus on musculoskeletal conditions, pain, and injury care.
Across our network, patients can access providers who understand the unique needs of individuals recovering from accidents or work-related injuries. Our network helps streamline access to doctors who accept no-fault and workers’ compensation cases—an area that can often feel complex or overwhelming to navigate. While many of these physicians accept a wide range of insurances through their own practices, our role is to make it easier for patients in these specific situations to find the right care quickly and confidently, supporting a smoother recovery journey.
Taking the Next Steps
Searching for “top no fault / top workers comp doctors near me”? At PainandInjury.com, we connect patients with independent orthopedic, rehabilitation, and pain management specialists across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Request an appointment today to be matched with a qualified provider who can evaluate your symptoms and recommend care options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I verify if my doctor is a “Top Doctor”?
A: You can search your provider by name on the NY Top Docs website.
Q: Are second opinions available from Top Doctors?
A: Yes, many of our Top Doctors offer second opinions.
Q: Are Top Doctors all No Fault / Workers Comp Doctors
A: No, however the doctors in our network are all approved to treat No Fault and Workers Compensation injuries and comply with the guidelines.




