Dr. Brett A. Miles, an otolaryngologist with Northwell Health - Lenox Hill Hospital, has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor, marking the 11th consecutive year he has received this designation. Only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are selected annually as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their regions, making this recognition particularly significant in the medical community.
Dr. Miles serves as Chair of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Northwell Health - Lenox Hill Hospital, Vice President for Otolaryngology Services for Northwell Health's Western Region, and surgical lead for Head and Neck Oncology for the Northwell Cancer Institute. "I have had the privilege of taking care of cancer patients in New York City for over 16 years, and I am humbled and honored to be recognized as a Top Doctor in 2026 and receive the 10 Years Most Nominated Badge from Castle Connolly," Dr. Miles stated.
This recognition matters because it highlights the expertise available to patients facing complex head and neck cancers, particularly as Dr. Miles specializes in malignancies of the mouth and throat, including HPV-related head and neck cancers. His focus on advanced surgical interventions represents a critical advancement in cancer treatment that can significantly impact patient survival and quality of life. The implications extend beyond individual patient care to influence medical education and research, as Dr. Miles also serves as a Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and has published over 200 articles in peer-reviewed literature.
Dr. Miles utilizes state-of-the-art techniques including 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 surgical lead at the Northwell Cancer Institute, he provides patients with access to interventional clinical trials and modern oncology services, which is crucial for advancing cancer treatment options.
The selection process for Castle Connolly Top Doctors involves nominations by peer physicians and selection by the physician-led Castle Connolly research team based on criteria including medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors cannot pay to be selected, ensuring the integrity of the recognition. Castle Connolly publishes its Top Doctors list at https://castleconnolly.com and in various print and online partner publications.
This ongoing recognition of Dr. Miles' work has broader implications for the healthcare industry, particularly in head and neck oncology. His dual board certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, combined with his fellowship training in Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Surgery at Toronto General Hospital, represents the type of specialized expertise that improves patient outcomes in complex cancer cases. For patients facing head and neck cancers, this recognition signals access to cutting-edge treatments and surgical techniques that can make significant differences in recovery and long-term health.
