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OrthoConnecticut Welcomes Michael J. Sayegh, M.D.

Danbury, CT (February 6, 2024) – Castle Connolly has named 15 OrthoConnecticut orthopedic surgeons and pain management physicians to its 2024 Top Doctors list. The Castle Connolly 2024 Top Doctors Award, based on peer nominations, acknowledges the top seven percent of active physicians in the United States. These distinguished 66,000+ doctors are chosen for their exceptional clinical skills and remarkable interpersonal proficiency. The fifteen doctors recognized this year include Sports Medicine Specialists Dr. Michael Brand, Dr. Angelo Ciminiello, Dr. Jeffrey DeLuca, Dr. Mark Fletcher, Dr. Joshua Frank, Dr. Edmund Ganal, Dr. D. Ross Henshaw, and Dr. Michael Lynch; Hand and Upper Extremity Specialists Dr. Joseph DiGiovanni, Dr. Aaron Insel, Dr. Michael Soojian, and Dr. Robert Yaghoubian; Spine Specialist Dr. Justin Paul; and Pain Management Specialists, Dr. Brian Bast, and Dr. Jesse Hochkeppel. “This accomplishment highlights our unparalleled dedication to excellence and serves as a testament to our steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional patient care to families across Connecticut and New York state,” said Michael Brand, MD, Sports Medicine Specialist and President of OrthoConnecticut. “We are truly honored to have so many talented physicians recognized by the 2024 Castle Connelly Top Doctors list. Being peer-nominated, this recognition further validates the respect we’ve earned within the medical community, a source of pride for us,” he added. Castle Connolly Medical, a prominent publishing organization dedicated to US healthcare research and information services, annually releases a comprehensive list of top doctors in the United States. This esteemed publication highlights physicians selected based on various quality criteria, showcasing excellence in clinical practice and patient care. View the 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctors › About OrthoConnecticut OrthoConnecticut is the region’s premier, multi-specialty orthopedic practice, helping patients regain mobility, lead active lives, and attain optimal well-being. The practice’s fellowship-trained, board-certified physicians offer patient care at 9 offices in Danbury, Darien,

August 21, 2024

15 OrthoConnecticut Physicians Named to Castle Connolly’s 2024 Top Doctors List

February 9, 2024

Top Doctor Recognition in 2023 for OrthoConnecticut Physicians

Fourteen of OrthoConnecticut’s orthopedic surgeons, hand surgeons, and sports medicine physicians received 2023 Top Doctor recognition from Connecticut Magazine, Moffly Media, and Castle Connolly Top Doctors. Every year for at least a decade, Castle Connolly Top Doctors awards have been given to OrthoConnecticut’s physicians for their medical expertise and excellence including the 2023 honorees: Brian A. Bast, D.O., Michael G. Brand, M.D., Angelo Ciminiello, M.D., Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D., Joseph DiGiovanni, M.D., Mark J. Fletcher, M.D., Joshua B. Frank, M.D., Edmund A. Ganal, M.D.,Ross Henshaw, M.D., John G. Lunt, M.D., Michael M. Lynch, M.D., Michael G. Soojian, M.D., Robert Yaghoubian, M.D., and Aaron N. Insel, M.D. The Top Doctors distinction is a physician-peer nominated, rigorously screened and vetted honor from the renowned research team at Castle Connolly. Before a doctor is selected, careful screening is conducted which includes review of education, training, as well as professional expertise. The Castle Connolly Top Doctors are amongst those most highly regarded by their peers. Learn more about OrthoConnecticut 2023 Top Doctors in Connecticut Magazine’s 2023 Top Doctors May issue, andMoffly Media’s Fairfield County Top Doctors 2022 January/February regional issues: Stamford Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, New Canaan/Darien + Rowayton Magazine, Westport Magazine. To make an appointment with any of OrthoConnecticut’s physicians call 1.833.ORTHOCT (1.833.678.4628) or visit the website: /contact-us/request-appointment OrthoConnecticut is the region’s premier, multi-specialty orthopedic practice, helping patients regain mobility, lead active lives, and attain optimal well-being. Fellowship-trained, board-certified physicians offer patient care at 9 offices in Danbury, Darien, Litchfield, New Milford, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Sharon, Southbury and Westport. The practice’s emergency orthopedic care service, OrthoCare Express, is open 7 days a week and is available in Danbury, Darien, New Milford, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Sharon, Southbury and Westport. To make an appointment with any of the practice’s specialists, or to learn more visit http://www.myorthoct.com/ or

May 9, 2023

Top Doctor Recognition in 2022 for OrthoConnecticut Physicians

13 of OrthoConnecticut’s orthopedic surgeons, hand surgeons, and sports medicine physicians received 2022 Top Doctor recognition from Connecticut Magazine, Moffly Media, and Castle Connolly Top Doctors. Every year for at least a decade, Castle Connolly Top Doctors awards have been given to OrthoConnecticut’s physicians for their medical expertise and excellence including the 2022 honorees: Brian A. Bast, D.O., Michael G. Brand, M.D., Angelo Ciminiello, M.D., Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D., Joseph DiGiovanni, M.D., Mark J. Fletcher, M.D., Joshua B. Frank, M.D., Edmund A. Ganal, M.D., Ross Henshaw, M.D., John G. Lunt, M.D., Michael M. Lynch, M.D., Michael G. Soojian, M.D., Robert Yaghoubian, M.D., and Aaron N. Insel, M.D. who is also a Castle Connolly Rising Stars for 2022. The Top Doctors distinction is a physician-peer nominated, rigorously screened and vetted honor from the renowned research team at Castle Connolly. Before a doctor is selected, careful screening is conducted which includes review of education, training, as well as professional expertise. The Castle Connolly Top Doctors are amongst those most highly regarded by their peers. Learn more about OrthoConnecticut 2022 Top Doctors in Connecticut Magazine’s 2022 Top Doctors May issue, and Moffly Media’s Fairfield County Top Doctors 2022 January/February regional issues: Stamford Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, New Canaan/Darien + Rowayton Magazine, Westport Magazine. To make an appointment with any of OrthoConnecticut’s physicians call 1.833.ORTHOCT (1.833.678.4628) or visit the website: https://myorthoct.com/contact-us/request-appointment

May 17, 2022

Top Doctor Recognition for OrthoConnecticut Physicians

OrthoConnecticut is proud to announce that fourteen of their board-certified orthopedic surgeons, hand surgeons, and sports medicine physicians received 2021 Top Doctor recognition from Connecticut Magazine, Moffly Media, and Castle Connolly Top Doctors. Every year for at least a decade, Castle Connolly Top Doctors awards have been given to OrthoConnecticut’s physicians for their medical expertise and excellence including the 2021 honorees: Brian A. Bast, D.O., M.D., Michael G. Brand, M.D., Angelo Ciminiello, M.D., Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D., Joseph DiGiovanni, M.D., Mark J. Fletcher, M.D., Joshua B. Frank, M.D., Edmund A. Ganal, M.D., Ross Henshaw, M.D., John G. Lunt, M.D., Michael M. Lynch, M.D., Michael G. Soojian, M.D., Robert Yaghoubian, M.D., and Aaron N. Insel, M.D. who is also a Castle Connolly Rising Stars for 2021. The Top Doctors distinction is a physician-peer nominated, rigorously screened and vetted honor from the renowned research team at Castle Connolly that no one can pay to receive. Before a doctor is selected, careful screening is conducted which includes review of education, training, as well as professional expertise. The Castle Connolly Top Doctors are amongst those most highly regarded by their peers. Learn more about OrthoConnecticut 2021 Top Doctors in Connecticut Magazine’s 2021Top Doctors June issue, and Moffly Media’s Fairfield County Top Doctors 2021 January regional issues: Stamford Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, New Canaan/Darien + Rowayton Magazine, Westport Magazine.

August 28, 2021

Top Doctor Recognition in 2021 for OrthoConnecticut Physicians

15 of OrthoConnecticut’s orthopedic surgeons, hand surgeons, and sports medicine physicians received 2021 Top Doctor recognition from Connecticut Magazine, Moffly Media, and Castle Connolly Top Doctors. Every year for at least a decade, Castle Connolly Top Doctors awards have been given to OrthoConnecticut’s physicians for their medical expertise and excellence including the 2021 honorees: Brian A. Bast, D.O., Michael G. Brand, M.D., Angelo Ciminiello, M.D., Jeffrey V. DeLuca, M.D., Joseph DiGiovanni, M.D., Mark J. Fletcher, M.D., Joshua B. Frank, M.D., Edmund A. Ganal, M.D., Ross Henshaw, M.D., John G. Lunt, M.D., Michael M. Lynch, M.D., Michael G. Soojian, M.D., Robert Yaghoubian, M.D., and Aaron N. Insel, M.D. who is also a Castle Connolly Rising Stars for 2021. The Top Doctors distinction is a physician-peer nominated, rigorously screen and vetted honor from the renowned research team at Castle Connolly that no one can pay to receive. Before a doctor is selected, careful screening is conducted which includes review of education, training, as well as professional expertise. The Castle Connolly Top Doctors are amongst those most highly regarded by their peers. Learn more about OrthoConnecticut 2021 Top Doctors in Connecticut Magazine’s 2021 Top Doctors June issue, and Moffly Media’s Fairfield County Top Doctors 2021 January regional issues: Stamford Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, New Canaan/Darien + Rowayton Magazine, Westport Magazine. To make an appointment with any of OrthoConnecticut’s physicians call 1.833.ORTHOCT (1.833.678.4628) or visit the website: https://myorthoct.com/contact-us/request-appointment

June 24, 2021

Orthopedic Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist, Dr. Insel

OrthoConnecticut Welcomes Orthopedic Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist, Aaron N. Insel, M.D. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Danbury, CT (November 6, 2019) OrthoConnecticut is pleased to welcome Orthopedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon, Aaron N. Insel, M.D., to the practice. Dr. Insel will work in both the Danbury and Southbury office locations. Dr. Insel is board certified and fellowship-trained in hand & upper extremity surgery and specializes in both conservative and operative treatment of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He completed his orthopedic surgery training at the prestigious University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and went on to complete his fellowship at SUNY Stony Brook where he learned from several world-renowned faculty and leaders in the field of upper extremity surgery. Dr. Insel is skilled in several of the most advanced and minimally invasive procedures including Xiaflex® injections to treat Dupuytren’s disease, endoscopic carpal tunnel release as well as wrist arthroscopy. He also specializes in microsurgical reconstruction of injured nerves and blood vessels in the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Insel treats patients of all ages from children with congenital trigger thumb to elderly individuals with arthritic joints. His particular interests include treating fractures, reconstructing arthritic joints of the shoulder, elbow and fingers, peripheral nerve disorders and tendinopathies. However, his orthopedic surgery training makes him well equipped to treat a wide range of orthopedic injuries apart from those affecting the upper extremity. Dr. Insel is the former Section Chief of Hand Surgery at Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS). Dr. Insel will be operating out of Danbury Hospital and Western Connecticut Orthopedic Surgical Center (WCOSC). “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Insel to our OrthoConnecticut team. Adding

November 6, 2019