Dr. Brett Miles Honored as 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 11th Year

Dr. Brett A. Miles, a distinguished otolaryngologist with Northwell Health - Lenox Hill Hospital, has been honored as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking his 11th consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. This designation is particularly exclusive, as only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are selected annually as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their respective regions. Dr. Miles serves as the Chair of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Northwell Health - Lenox Hill Hospital, a leading institution, and also holds key leadership roles as Vice President for Otolaryngology Services for Northwell Health's Western Region and surgical lead for Head and Neck Oncology at the Northwell Cancer Institute. In his statement, Dr. Miles expressed humility and honor at being recognized, noting his 16 years of caring for cancer patients in New York City and receiving the 10 Years Most Nominated Badge from Castle Connolly.

Dr. Miles specializes in evaluating and treating a wide range of head and neck tumors, with a particular focus on malignancies of the mouth and throat, including HPV-related head and neck cancers and complex oncologic conditions requiring advanced surgical intervention. He employs state-of-the-art techniques and unique technologies to enhance patient outcomes, such as microvascular reconstructive surgery, Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS), computerized virtual surgical planning, minimally invasive robotic surgery, optical margin control and high-resolution microendoscopy, advanced reconstruction of the maxilla and mandible, and treatment of salivary gland tumors. As a surgical lead at the Northwell Cancer Institute, he provides patients with access to interventional clinical trials and modern oncology services, underscoring his commitment to cutting-edge care.

Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Miles is a Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and a prolific researcher with over 200 articles published in peer-reviewed literature. He holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and serves on the council of the International Association of Oral Oncology and the American Head and Neck Society's Reconstructive Head and Neck Research Board. The Castle Connolly Top Doctor selection process involves nominations by peer physicians and rigorous evaluation by a physician-led research team, with doctors not paying for the honor, ensuring the list's credibility and integrity. This recognition highlights Dr. Miles' ongoing contributions to medical advancement and patient care in the field of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.