BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Among the select few physicians honored with the prestigious Patients' Choice Award this year is Dr. Ivan Colon.

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In fact, of the nation's 870,000 active physicians and dentists, just five percent consistently received top scores from their patients on sites like Vitals (http://www.vitals.com), qualifying them for this honor in 2012.

Millions of patients go online each year to rate their doctors on various components of care, including accuracy of their diagnosis, the amount of time they spent with the doctor, and the doctor's bedside manner and follow-up care. Patients' Choice reviews these rankings and other quality measures to compile its yearly list of award winners.

Dr. Ivan Colon commented on the recognition: "I'm so honored to receive an award that's based on how my patients view the quality of care I provide. I strive each day to exceed my patients' expectations, and I'm grateful that they've recognized my efforts."

About Ivan Colon: a short profile by and about the honoree:

Dr. Colon is chief of robotics, advanced laparoscopy and minimally invasive urology at New York Methodist Hospital. He is an expert in robotics, advanced laparoscopic urology and minimally invasive treatment of prostate, bladder, adrenals and kidney diseases (including cancer). He also has expertise in endoscopic surgery, use of lasers, benign prostate diseases, voiding disorders and male impotence including surgery for prosthetic urologic devices.

For more information on this Patients' Choice Award winner, please visit Dr. Ivan Colon's profile on PatientsChoice.org.

Following the publication of Ivan Colon's selection for the Patient's Choice Award, American Registry seconded the honor and added Dr. Colon to The Registry™ of Business Excellence. An exclusive recognition plaque has been designed to commemorate the honor. The doctor's custom wall plaque is shown here.

For more information on Dr. Ivan Colon, located in Brooklyn, NY, please call 718-230-7788, or visit www.brooklynuro.com.

This press release was written by American Registry, LLC with approval by and/or contributions from Dr. Colon and was distributed by PR Newswire, a subsidiary of UBM plc.

Patients' Choice provides in-depth information on doctors in your area who have been recognized and awarded for outstanding patient care and expertise. The Patients' Choice Award is the honor roll of physicians who have received the highest ratings by their patients.

American Registry, LLC, recognizes excellence in top businesses and professionals. The Registry™ includes over 2 million significant business and professional recognitions. For more information, search The Registry at http://www.americanregistry.com.

Contact Info:
Dr. Ivan Colon
Phone: 718-230-7788
Email Address: colon@brooklynuro.com

SOURCE American Registry