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The movie Hoosiers is arguably a bigger deal now than when it was released in 1986. We revisit the fictional reimagining of Milan High School’s 1954 state basketball championship, catching up with the cast, crew, and real-life teammates.

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Come election day, Indy voters will decide on a new education funding referendum affecting both public and charter school systems.

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Our Indiana expert gives snaps to a once-popular potluck supper delicacy.

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Ringling Bros. human cannonball Skyler Miser shares blasts from her past upbringing in the Circus Capital of the World.

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Revery owner and executive chef Bennett Disser returns to his Greenwood roots to share his love of seafood and Southern cuisine.

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and insurance policies to find quality care can result in long, winding journeys through out-ofnetwork referrals, prior authorizations, waiting periods, and new patient paperwork. To aid in the pursuit of the best healthcare, our cover story (p. 48) prescribes ways readers and their families can chart new roadmaps to efficient and effective treatment by acting as their own advocates. Seven of this year’s Top Doctors honorees provide tips to help patients track signs of memory loss to expedite Alzheimer’s treatment, maximize routine wellness Andrea Ratcliff check-ups, seek second options, and select the most Editor-in-Chief appropriate facility or consultation platform for a particular health concern. This advice accompanies our annual list of outstanding peer-nominated physicians, which includes nearly 900 Central Indiana practitioners spanning more than 70 specialty areas, from addiction medicine to vascular surgery. In this issue, we also take a look back to the 1986 release of the movie Hoosiers (p. 54), quite possibly the best basketball flick of all time (OK, I might be a little biased). Filmed entirely in Indiana, the screenplay recreates Milan High School’s path to a triumphant David-and-Goliath victory in the 1954 state championship—a feat that would not be possible under today’s tournament structure. Writer Sam Stall gained full-court access to the filmmakers, cast members, and even Bobby Plump himself‚ who scored the last-minute “Milan Miracle” basket in the real-life matchup against Muncie Central. If you’ve never viewed Hoosiers, it’s well worth adding to your Thanksgiving holiday watch list. You won’t find a better game on TV.

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On November 3, Indianapolis residents will go to the polls to vote on a new school operating referendum. Recent radical changes in how schools are governed and funded complicate matters.

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( SPEED READ CON T I NUE D ) NEW LEGISLATION HAS COMPLETELY ALTERED THE LANDSCAPE OF EDUCATION IN INDIANAPOLIS. Recently passed laws established the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation, or IPEC, a nine-member board appointed by the mayor to oversee the district’s 48 traditional IPS and 60 participating charter schools, as well as split future tax revenues equally between traditional and charter schools. While the elected sevenmember IPS board and the boards of independent charter schools continue to make decisions about staffing, curriculum, instruction, and budgeting for their own schools and networks, IPEC took over responsibility this year for the district’s transportation, facilities, and taxation and proposed a four-year operating referendum in June. THE REFERENDUM WILL INTRODUCE A NEW PROPERTY TAX RATE TO FUND EDUCATION, BUT THAT FUNDING WON’T JUST GO TO THE CITY’S TRADITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS ALONE.

The new rate of 37.2 cents per $100 of home valuation would replace the 19.6cent rate that ends this calendar year. The $95 million that would be raised would be split evenly between the 48 IPS and 60 charter schools under IPEC—which would leave a roughly $40 million gap in IPS funding. IT’S NO SECRET THAT IPS HAS BEEN UNDER STRAIN FOR A WHILE. The state’s legislative shift a decade ago to favor school choice has steadily siphoned students from traditional public schools into public charter schools. Enrollment over the last 10 years in independent charter schools and those partnered with IPS in the Innovation Network has increased 88 percent to more than 27,400 students—or 62 percent of the current total, according to a state data analysis by The Mind Trust, a pro-charter advocacy group. Over the same period, total enrollment in IPS-operated schools dropped by 39 percent to 17,087. Lower enrollment means less funding. IPS HAS ALREADY MADE CUTS TO USE ITS BUDGET MORE EFFICIENTLY. In response to enrollment declines and funding shifts, the current IPS budget of $490 million represents a cut of $24 million. Most of 14

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“SURVIVING THE LOSS OF $45 MILLION ANNUALLY ... COULD REQUIRE IPS TO RESORT TO ‘DRACONIAN MEASURES.’” those cuts—$17 million—came from the district’s central office. The other $7 million was reduced at the school level. THE PORTION OF THE REFERENDUM USED BY IPS WILL GO TOWARD IMPROVING FACULTY PAY AND STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES, ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNDERSERVED. IPS says it will use the revenue to “sustain competitive teacher and staff pay” and enhance “essential student support services, including special education services and learning interventions.” This encompasses programs for English learners and those with disabilities, early college credit courses, and work-based learning opportunities. According to Chalkbeat, a nonprofit media group covering public education, of the 42,000 Indianapolis students in traditional schools, semi-autonomous innovation schools, and independent charter schools, about 85 percent are students of color, and 30 percent are English learners. As of September, only some charters have articulated what their portion would go toward. THE REBUILDING STRONGER PROGRAM, IMPLEMENTED BEGINNING IN 2024–25, IS STILL UNDERWAY, AND NO ONE KNOWS HOW

closed buildings to charter operators for $1. O’Connor says the new law addresses the problem of too many schools for too few students. Even if the referendum passes, more school closings are likely, which will “‘right size’ both traditional public schools and public charter schools [and] create more efficiency.” IT’S TRUE THAT CHARTER SCHOOLS OUTPERFORM TRADITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS, BUT PUBLIC SCHOOLS SERVE A WIDER AND LARGER POPULATION. A recent

study by the Annenberg Institute at Brown University found that Indiana public charter school students bounced back from the pandemic faster than their peers in traditional public schools. However, Christopher Lubienski, director of Indiana’s Center for Evaluation and Education Policy, points out that charter schools tend to attract students whose parents are able to invest more time and focus on their children’s education and often lack the resources to admit students who need extra attention. Traditional public schools, he says, “tend to serve a greater proportion of students with special needs [and] students with limited English proficiency or with greater academic needs.”

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IPS officials wouldn’t comment as of this writing on how the Rebuilding Stronger program will move forward, but Michael O’Connor, former acting director of IPEC, says passage or defeat of the referendum isn’t likely to affect it since it was financed by a separate $400 million capital improvements referendum passed in 2022. The 10-year program is aimed at reconfiguring IPS elementary and middle schools, giving families more access to schools outside their neighborhoods, consolidating and upgrading facilities, and expanding curriculum offerings for students. PASSAGE OF THE REFERENDUM WON’T RESTORE IPS’ FREE PRE-K PROGRAM, WHICH WAS ELIMINATED BY STATE CUTS IN 2025, OR STOP SCHOOL CLOSURES. State legislators are talking about other ways of bringing back the popular pre-K program. The state law passed in March also exempts IPS from Indiana’s requirement that traditional public schools sell

NO ONE KNOWS EXACTLY HOW IPS WILL FARE IF THE REFERENDUM IS VOTED DOWN. On top of managing $24 million in cuts this past spring and another $20 million to be made by next school year, surviving the loss of $45 million annually over the next four years could require IPS to resort to “Draconian measures,” O’Connor says. Superintendent Aleesia Johnson says the referendum’s defeat could lead to a state takeover of the district. The IPS website claims that “a shortfall like this could lead to staffing freezes, reduced transportation, the potential closure of support programs, and more instability for families and students.” Even so, IPS’ teachers union, the Indianapolis Education Association, has come out in opposition to the referendum, stating that its members do not feel it’s fair to raise taxes on already struggling households when the funds provided won’t be enough to offset the district’s ongoing budget deficit. — J I M D E B R O S S E

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You don’t have to have ever touched a drum to come. It’s for everyone. Hoosiers get a special discount; a one-day pass allows a range of workshops, competitions, and performances. Bring earplugs or grab a free pair. Demo a panoply of percussive instruments in the Expo Hall. A Thursday pass includes Wednesday’s concert featuring jazz, Caribbean, and steelpan duo Larnell Lewis and Joy Lapps. Or come on Saturday night to be blown away by the “Queen of Percussion” herself, Sheila E.

Indiana’s annual turkey turnout makes it the fourth most proliﬁc producer of the birds Benjamin Franklin once referred to as “respectable.” But that’s far behind North Carolina’s 1.1 billion pounds.

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IN NOVEMBER 2025 , a crew of construction workers near the intersection of Market and Illinois streets uncovered a pair of exotic, timeworn terra-cotta heads measuring about 12 inches wide, 16 inches long, and 10 to 12 inches deep and weighing 20 to 25 pounds. They were once part of the entablature of the Indianapolis Traction Terminal, designed by Chicago-based ﬁrm D.H. Burnham & Co. in 1904 and demolished in 1972. Not much else is known about them. City-County Archives historian Deedee Davis believes they were crafted by the erstwhile Indianapolis Terra Cotta Company—whose work appears across the city and includes the intricate, decorative white tiles on the Coca-Cola Plant buildings now part of the Bottleworks District—in the Byzantine Revival style. — C A M I L L E G R AV E S

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65 mph in a half-second. I land on a giant airbag.

What does it feel like? I’m only in the air for about two seconds, but it feels like two minutes. All of my senses are heightened; I see everything, and I feel every little thing. One time I had bigger eyelashes than usual, and I could feel them flapping! Is your act as dangerous as it looks? It’s more dangerous than it looks. People think you just climb in and fly out, but there are so many little things that can go wrong. Because [the cannon] is a machine, and machines break. Fortunately, I haven’t had any broken bones because of it. But my dad has broken 18 bones, some multiple times, and my mom broke her shoulder. Thank God, I’ve only had one bad accident, and it only took me out for three to four days. From the very beginning, my position wasn’t right. I kind of landed on my butt with my knees bent. I got whiplash really bad, and I chipped my tooth on my knee.

Skyler Miser, human cannonball THEY SAY LIFE’S A CIRCUS, AND NO ONE EMBODIES THAT MORE THAN SKYLER MISER. THE 23-YEAR-OLD GREW UP ON A CIRCUS TRAIN AND IN THE HISTORIC “CIRCUS CAPITAL OF THE WORLD,” PERU, INDIANA, WITH HER PARENTS, BRIAN AND TINA—WHO PRECEDED HER AS HUMAN CANNONBALLS FOR RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS. YOU CAN CATCH MISER’S EXPLOSIVE ACT AT GAINBRIDGE FIELDHOUSE WHEN RINGLING RETURNS NOVEMBER 20–22. B Y B R I A N D . S M I T H Being a human cannonball seems like an incredibly rare occupation! There are only about eight human cannonballs in the world, and we have almost half of them in our family. I’m the youngest one, and Mom and I are the only females. My dad [who is self-taught as both a human cannonball and cannon maker] built and designed all the cannons we’ve ever used. 20

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What’s the process of being shot out of a cannon? There’s a little speaker with a microphone, and my trigger woman has a headset. I’m talking to her, making sure the safety is turned off and the airbag is good. I say, “Power on,” and she gives a thumbs-up for the announcers to start the countdown. I go about 40 feet in the air, 100 feet across the arena, and from 0 to

Though you have a much older halfsibling, you basically grew up an only child. And though you went to public school sometimes, you were at times homeschooled, attended online school, and had a teacher who traveled and taught all the circus kids. It must have been so different from an average childhood! We lived on the [circus] train. Then my parents bought an RV, and that was nice. We always found something to do in every city. My dad doesn’t like to spend money—he would always find the freest thing to do. He takes the last name Miser very seriously! There was a nursery with maybe 10 kids and nursery attendants who watched them during the show. I would hang out with the clowns and the dancers when they were putting on their makeup. They would put makeup on me and dress me up. I was their little Barbie doll. I didn’t ask for much. I didn’t ask, “Dad, would you get me a pony?”

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What’s the best way to land on an airbag? We like to land on our upper back, kind of on our shoulders. If you go in overturned, you land on your legs, and your legs can bend up and easily break.

because we had 50 of them in the show. And I remember waking up one morning and looking out the window— the elephants were getting a bath. It was a really unique life.

Was there any downside to living around wild animals? (Note: Ringling stopped using live animals in 2023.) I once got ringworm from one of the tigers. When did you ﬁrst blast off? When I was 11, Dad made a mini-cannon to send to England, but before he did, he asked me if I wanted to shoot out of it. I said yes—maybe because I was 11 and didn’t know how dangerous it was. It was February, there was snow on the ground, and it was really windy. The airbag blew away right before I flew, and that made me a little nervous. But we [caught it and] had my entire family there holding it down. I landed on the airbag and screamed, “That was awesome!” But when I went to school the next day, nobody believed me. Ringling shut down, seemingly forever, in 2017—after a whopping 146 years in

continuous operation. You were 13. How did you react? We were at the very last show that Ringling had. I cried the entire show, and when the cannon came out, I told my mom, “I am so sad that this will never be me.” So then you and your mother moved back to Peru. What was the biggest adjustment between circus life and small-town life? We had been traveling with Ringling for 10 years, and it was kind of a culture shock. In the circus, everybody knows everybody. So it was really confusing that nobody knew me or my parents. I was always the weird circus girl, but I didn’t care. I have always been very confident in knowing who I am and what I’m going to do with my life. Your parents participated in and later met as volunteers in Peru’s Amateur Youth Circus. Your cannonball act is the ﬁnale of Ringling’s show, but you also do an aerial act. Did you ever showcase your talents in the youth circus? I did it from ages 7 to 14. My favorites were the flying trapeze and the

trampoline. I had a little bit of an upper hand: I had practiced a lot of the acts before I got back home. For everybody else, it was their first time being introduced to the circus, but it was just a normal day for me.

How did you react to the news of Ringling’s 2023 comeback? I had just gotten home from school, and my dad called me into the living room and said he wanted to talk to me. I thought I was in trouble. He said he got an email that Ringling was coming back. I cried and cried; I could stop my college search! What do you enjoy most about your job? Connecting with the audience. I can remember watching Ringling’s performances as a kid. I was always so inspired, and I walked away feeling like I could do whatever I wanted. Every little kid deserves to feel that way. If you have a family of your own, will you continue the Miser circus legacy? I think I would like to raise a kid in the same way that I grew up. It was the best childhood ever.

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(1) Couples Therapy: The Theatrical Show November 7 In their attempt to solve everyone else’s problems, a pair of relationship experts provides plenty of their own chaos in this hilarious mix of theater, stand-up, and improv at The Tarkington. thecenterpresents.org

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(2) Ling Ma November 9 A MacArthur Fellow and National Book Critics Circle winner, Chicago University professor and author Ling Ma visits Shelton Auditorium as part of Butler’s Delbrook Visiting Writers Series. butler.edu

(3) Michigander November 18 The heartland indie rocker known for his big-hearted storytelling and viral debut single “Nineties” shares his soaring, catchy tunes at the Hi-Fi. hifiindy.com

(4) Big Ten Women’s Volleyball Tournament November 20–25 The top 15 women’s college volleyball teams in the country face off at Fishers Event Center in this inaugural postseason conference tournament. bigten.org

(5) Circle of Lights November 27 Enjoy the holiday magic at Monument Circle, where live performances, vendors, holiday activities, and visits with Santa set the scene for Indy’s annual monument lighting ceremony. downtownindy.org

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Closing the Gap Between Lifespan and Healthspan How Helix Advanced Medicine is redefining primary care in Greenwood. BY NIKO VERCELLETTO

eople are living longer than ever before. However, for many, their bodies aren’t keeping up with the years. Helix Advanced Medicine, led by co-owners Kevin Neese, MD, MBA, and Allison Snyder, AGPCNPBC, guides patients to close the gap between lifespan and healthspan, helping them have more good years rather than simply more time. cĭÕčõčë ļñÕõİ ţ İĴļ ĆĔË²ļõĔč õč Greenwood this year, Helix Advanced Medicine combines primary care with concierge-style advanced medicine to detect markers of potential diseases that may appear decades in the future. This hybrid model relies on evidence-based ĴËõÕčļõţ Ë İÕĴÕ²İËñʞ ËĆõčõË²Ć Ñõ²ëčĔĴļõËĴʞ and targeted prevention to help people feel their best in their later years. “I like to describe us as a primary care that goes above and beyond, but it’s also for people who are happy with their

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primary care doctor yet have particular problems they want addressed in a different way,” Dr. Neese says. Their priority is preventing conditions ļñ²ļ Ë²ŁĴÕ ÑÕ²ļñ Ĕİ Ĵõëčõţ Ë²čļĆŘ impair quality of life, focusing on certain core areas: brain health, cardiovascular risk, hormone health, weight loss, general longevity and ñÕ²Ćļñ ĔĭļõČõş²ļõĔčʞ ²čÑ õčŤ ²ČČ²ļõĔč management, which Dr. Neese says is “the root cause” of many diseases. From dementia prevention to genetic testing and even an infrared machine that provides a 3-D view of visceral fat on the body, Helix Advanced Medicine offers robust detection that can then lead to personalized optimization. “We’re looking at biomarkers, cognitive health, and other advanced measurements, such as calcium scores, insulin levels, and VO2 max to help patients know their current health and

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what they can do to mitigate their risk of harmful diseases,” says Dr. Neese. The team at Helix Advanced Medicine is committed to making sure people understand their personal risk and then invest appropriately or change behavior. Many of these lifestyle interventions are often low- or no-cost once risk factors ²İÕ õÑÕčļõţ ÕÑʣ ñÕ ÕčļõİÕ ÕŗĭÕİõÕčËÕ creates a relationship between patient and physician with the goal of helping people thrive by addressing root causes, leveraging data-driven insights, and providing 24/7 access for members. “The truth is that so many diseases can be prevented if the patient’s risks are measured and understood,” says Dr. Neese. “For example, 45% of all dementia can be treated, kept away, or the symptoms mitigated. That’s almost half. Everyone’s been told there’s nothing you can do, and that’s completely wrong.” Helix Advanced Medicine also offers a focused set of medical aesthetic services designed with the same evidence-based approach as the rest of the practice. The team carefully selected treatments that deliver real results and prioritize safety, including neuromodulators for wrinkles and headaches, biostimulators that rebuild collagen, and a needle-free topical option for patients who prefer to avoid injections.

“We’ve gone through and picked the services that actually work and are safe. Oftentimes, I tell women, ‘Bring in a picture of when you loved the way you looked,’ and that’s what we look to rebuild,” Snyder says. The practice is not simply one or two tests, but rather an entire suite of personalized guidance that provides deep insights into their patient’s The truth is that so many health, both inside diseases can be prevented and out. And being fully independent of if the patient’s risks are any hospital system measured and understood. allows them to offer - DR. KEVIN NEESE, MD, MBA, CO-OWNER testing and treatments OF HELIX ADVANCED MEDICINE that larger systems often restrict. “Medicine is at the precipice of maybe making a major leap where most people in the Western world will soon be living longer than 100 years. We want to help patients prepare for that now by making sure they can walk around their house or even lift, and play with, their great-grandchildren decades in the future,” Dr. Neese says.

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Sláinte to the Season It’ll be the most wonderful time of the year indeed for those who invest in this heirloom-quality whiskey Advent calendar from Snug in Irvington. Handmade to order of Baltic birch by Indianapolis artist Jamie Locke, the calendars come with 50-milliliter bottles ﬁlled with 24 different Irish drams selected by Snug’s owners. The mix changes annually, though some favorites have made repeat appearances, like Bushmills, Teeling, J.J. Corry, Redbreast, and Dunville’s. (Reﬁlls can be purchased to replenish the bottles next year.) Each one also includes a crystal Túath glass that was made in Ireland expressly for these calendars. $495, pre-order required. snugin.us/shop — C H R I S T I NA V E R C E L L E T T O

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THIS TREASURE TROVE OF HOME GOODS RECENTLY RELOCATED TO THE HEART OF CARMEL.

First, natural fabrics that feel good to the touch and breathe. I also have a rule that I can comfortably take a nap in every outﬁt.

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DRESS UP your dining room, front porch, home office, and beyond with clever knickknacks and high-quality furnishings and decor from Chatham Home, which recently moved from Mass Ave to the Carmel Arts & Design District. The shop has a bit of everything—solid wood furniture, wall art, pillows, doorknockers, candles, soaps, office stationery, and more. The littles will enjoy digging through the toy shelves and candy bins. If you don’t stop by for the decor, do it for the tongue-in-cheek coasters with sayings like “I Wish I Had More Middle Fingers” and “Why Am I The Only Naked Person at This Gender Reveal Party?” Store COO Hope Harsin (shown above, right, with mom and owner Faith Felder) says they’re a customer favorite. “I love hearing people cackling from across the store.” Make sure to grab a sample of the kerneland gluten-free Puffy Pop popcorn on your way out. 28

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Inside The Rever ie: Ferguson Homes’ Role in the 2026 Indianapolis Monthly Dream Home By Devon Dean

new day dawns and sunlight streams through the sprawling windows of the 2026 Indianapolis Monthly Dream Home. The light shines onto the more than 11,000-square-foot estate inside the Holliday Farms gated community in Zionsville. Overlooking the seventh fairway at the golf course of the same name, thoughts turn to the inspiration behind the name of this year’s home: The Reverie. Defined as a “state of being pleasantly lost in thoughts or a daydream,” the term leans into the idea

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of a home being more than just a place to lay one’s head. With the right design and features, it can be a respite from the ever-increasing fast pace of the world, both physically and mentally. Every year, a slew of talented Central Indiana home designers come together to bring the Dream Home to life. The three-story Reverie is valued at nearly $11 million and includes five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, four half-bathrooms, a wellness wing, a 20-foot entertainment wall, an indoor golf simulator, a resortstyle pool with a waterfall, and

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expansive accordion glass doors. Ferguson Homes once again provided the appliances, lighting, and plumbing for The Reverie. “For us, the inspiration came from the designer and builder working on the project,” says Ferguson Homes Indiana Area Regional Sales Manager Jeremy Konechne. “This year, we were thrilled to work with Jennifer O’Connor with Dare 2 Design and Scott Bates of Scott Bates Custom Homes.” Konechne says they used that collective vision to help select products that not only completed the vision but were also on the cutting edge of design and functionality to make the project truly unique. Ferguson Homes is no stranger to the Dream Home project. “We’ve been a lead supplier for many years, stemming from our ongoing partnerships with our building and design customers,” Konechne explains. “We’ve outfitted previous Dream Homes similar to what we did this year, with products featuring unique functionality, a strong union between technology and

design, and new and exciting twists to more conventional products.” Ferguson selected world-class options for their contribution to The Reverie. “On the appliance side, Gaggenau appliances were specified,” says Konechne. “This brand provides a much more luxurious cooking experience, offering a variety of additional features for cooking and refrigeration to ultimately give the homeowner a much more precise experience. As far as lighting, we primarily used LED fixtures that offer longer-lasting life cycles with a more bespoke design.” Originally founded in 1953 as Ferguson Enterprises, Ferguson Homes combines inspiration with cutting-edge expertise, helping homeowners and professionals bring their vision of home to life. Even though the Dream Home project is complete, Ferguson is already focused on the latest home design trends for the start of 2027. “As we close out 2026, we are seeing much warmer design in general,”

says Konechne. “Warmer finishes, whether it’s variations of gold, warmer tones, pops of color in lighting and appliances, as well as customizable everyday products such as faucets, lighting, and appliances. This year’s Dream Home highlights these trends to a T and represents a great marriage between build and design.” Proceeds from tour ticket sales went to Morning Light, an Indianapolis nonprofit that runs the Abbie Hunt Bryce Home, a 12-bed residence providing free hospice care to terminally ill people who may not be able to afford care otherwise. The Reverie was designed by Goldberg Design Group and built by Scott Bates Custom Homes, with interior design by Dare 2 Design and landscaping by PJE Lawn Care. Konechne says everything Ferguson provided for The Reverie can be seen at their Carmel showroom at 200 S. Rangeline Rd., Suite 101. To learn more, visit fergusonhome.com/showroom/ branch/carmel-in-showroom-1546. NOVEMBER 2026 | IM

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Complete the Look The Color Coordinator offers a curated selection of makeup and accessories.

Jacquard knot headband, $18

True Colors A CARMEL EXPERT HELPS CLIENTS DITCH THE WRONG SHADES TO UNLOCK THEIR PERFECT WARDROBES. B Y C H R I S T I NA V E R C E L L E T T O

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factor in the sub-season is the contrast between skin and eyes. For example, fair skin with deep brown eyes is high contrast. And that comes into play with prints too. Low contrast should stick to subtle ones, like an understated Liberty. Medium contrast? Turn toward stripes, a low-key plaid, and paisley. High contrast can rock either one, plus big, bold prints that can overwhelm others. Then there’s the wild card that muddies the waters: hair color. “You look best in your natural color or within one or two shades,” says Baker. “Even gray comes in the right tone for you.” Covering gray roots or adding subtle highlights is fine, says Baker. “It’s drastic changes that tend to work against you.” The colors that least often flatter? Orange and black. But Baker is realistic. Unless you’re a hardcore thrifter, you’re at the mercy of retail racks. “I don’t expect anyone to get rid of all their black tomorrow,” she clarifies. “If something truly makes you feel great, wear it.” 13295 Illinois St., Carmel, thecolor coordinator.com

Square satin scarf, $25

Coordinated powder blush in Touch of Pink, $22

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AS A MAK E UP artist, Elizabeth Baker knew BODY+ the power of color to SOUL work wonders—or not. The right color makes skin look clear and bright and eyes pop. The wrong one emphasizes shadows, blemishes, and sallowness. After seeing a social media post on color seasons—clothes and makeup selected based on skin’s undertone and other factors—she dove in. The bubbly powerhouse is now a certified color analyst and owner of The Color Coordinator. If this sounds familiar, you’re not wrong. What’s bringing back the 1980s craze created by the seminal Color Me Beautiful? “Women want capsule wardrobes, quality basics to have for years,” explains Baker. “This fits in perfectly.” Back then, you’d have been a spring, summer, autumn, or winter. Now, analysis dives deeper, breaking those overarching palettes into sub-seasons with many more hues. Today you’re a bright spring, say, or a dark winter. A deciding

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creatives from across the world turn the sides of buildings into canvases for their eyepopping creations. (A portion of each ticket provides the city’s underserved youth with artistic opportunities.) The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (frostscience .org) boasts a planetarium, an aquarium, and a slew of hands-on exhibits. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of everything from Saturn’s rings to South Florida’s aquatic ecosystems. Still looking to add to your step count? Head over to Margaret Pace Park for a sweeping view of Biscayne Bay. Its 8 acres include green space and tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts. When night sets the city aglow, beeline to Sunny’s (sunnysmia.com). The former rooftile factory was transformed into one of the 305’s most electric steakhouses. The hanger steak cuts like butter and goes great with a vibrant tomato salad. A kouign-amann ice cream sammie or hunk of banana toffee cheesecake are perfect endings.

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Times-bestseller Best State Ever: A Florida Man Defends His Homeland, Miami resident Dave Barry expounds on skunk apes, mermaids, and ﬂying sharks. RIDE The Brightline

train (gobrightline.com) helps you dodge traffic and zip up to nearby Fort Lauderdale for only about $20. BITE El Rey De Las Fritas (elreydelasfritas .com) has been serving one of the city’s tastiest Cuban hamburgers since 1979. It’s a secret family recipe.

Each November, a spectacle takes flight in Medaryville. Thousands of sandhill cranes use the JASPER-PULASKI FISH & WILDLIFE AREA as a rest stop during their migration south. At sunset, see waves of cranes descend from all directions into the refuge’s Goose Pasture, where they socialize, dance, and trumpet before settling into the marsh for the night. —CHRISTINA VERCELLET TO

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A T RI P to Miami usually means sun and sand, but in winter, even this SouthTRAVELER ern spot doesn’t always get reliable swimming weather. Happily, Magic City has more to offer in the form of dazzling street art, from abstract murals to realistic portraits and pop culture graffiti. Stay at the boutique Arlo Wynwood (arlohotels.com) to be in the heart of the artsiest nabe. Exploring without a schedule allows you to take in every spray-painted magnum opus. You’ll need fuel before you hit the streets, though. The Arlo is a short walk from bakery Maman (mamannyc.com/locations/southmiami). The must-try is a beignet stuffed with Nutella or guava jam. And be on the lookout for Cuban espresso, whipped with sugar. The one at local favorite Cuba Cafe (786-755-3764) is the real deal. Stroll over to the Wynwood Walls (thewyn woodwalls.com), a street art museum where

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The display cases brim with brilliant goodies at Anas Banimousa’s The Cake Pantry. This raspberry mousse is one in a series of sweet trompe l’oeils that includes mango-, lemon-, and apple-ﬂavored desserts shaped like their respective fruits. Its insides are layered with creamy raspberry mousse, homemade raspberry conﬁt, and a thin layer of white cake. The outer layer is made of cocoa butter and Belgian chocolate. “I airbrush it on,” says Banimousa, who opened the shop in June, building off a family legacy and 16 years of pastry-making experience across his native Jordan as well as Turkey, Egypt, and the city of Dubai. He arrived in Indianapolis by way of Cincinnati and operated a dessert booth inside AlBasha grocery store for three years before opening his own European-style patisserie. 8800 North St., Fishers, 463-332-2881, thecakepantry.com — J U L I A S PA L D I N G

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PINCH OF WISDOM “Good flour is the key to making good pierogies. The first time I made pierogies with American flour, I almost killed somebody because they were so hard. The gluten content is different. If you use unbleached flour, you are good to go.” –Gosia Baniak, owner of Gosia’s Rustic Kitchen, a new Polish restaurant in Sheridan

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On Common Grounds

Go Team VARSITY SOCIAL CLUB TAKES TO THE FIELD AT A LONG-VACANT DOWNTOWN ADDRESS. B Y A M Y LY N C H T H E LAT EST V E N T URE from Ambrosia Hospitality Group, Varsity Social Club opens downtown this fall, recasting the former Scotty’s Brewhouse spot with a polished new aesthetic, upgraded technology, and elevated sports bar vibes. With backing from Indiana Pacer (and frequent Ambrosia guest) Tyrese Haliburton, VSC appeals to sports fans, of course, but it also caters to the lunch and dinner market with a menu featuring choices like a signature prime rib dip sandwich, the “Hali-Burger,” spicy rigatoni, and a soy-ginger salmon, along with plenty of beer and innovative cocktails. “Sports are an important part of the energy, but great food, creative drinks, hospitality, and an inviting atmosphere are at the center of the concept,” says managing partner Eunsun Waugh. Let the games begin. One Virginia Ave., varsitysocialindy.com

THE FEED

A deaf-owned coffee shop is brewing success. THE FIRST fully deaf-owned and -operated coffee shop in Indianapolis, Niyyah Coffee’s Bottleworks District location opened its doors in late June. On the surface, the new location looks and functions like any other cafe. Maybe just a little quieter. The shop is staffed entirely by deaf and hearing-impaired individuals with varying degrees of hearing loss. Customers place their orders using gestures, writing, or technology. Knowing American Sign Language is a big plus, but by no means required. “I wanted to create an experience where people can come in and understand how it feels for us to communicate in the larger hearing world,” explains owner Talha Tufail, who is deaf. “It can be uncomfortable and awkward at ﬁrst, but we’re seeing that people are willing to put in the effort. 747 N. College Ave., niyyahcoffee.com —A.L .

POP OFF Just Pop In! owners Mandy Selke and Carly Swift plan to open an all-day brunch concept, Pop Fly, inside Indianapolis International Airport. PATTY SMASHER

Specializing in smashburgers, Pretty Patty has opened a northside Indianapolis location. FINISHED BAKING Meridian-Kessler’s Pots & Pans Pie Co. plans to turn the former Black Acre beer garden in Irvington into a commercial kitchen. —R E G INA G R AV E S

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NEW IN TOWN PHOTO BY TONY VALAINIS; BUZZ PHOTO BY CLAY MAXFIELD

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FAVORITE THINGS

Fresh Catch REVERY’S NEW OWNER RETURNS TO THE RESTAURANT THAT GAVE HIM HIS FIRST REAL CHEF JOB, SHARING HIS LOVE OF SEAFOOD AND HIS SOUTHERN-COOKING BONA FIDES. BY J U L I A S PA L D I N G T H E RE WASN’T

much of a gourmet food scene in Old FOODIE Town Greenwood in 2014, when decorated chef Mark Henrichs opened Revery in a Civil War-era building on Main Street. But the far south side embraced the culinary cleverness of flash-frozen popcorn and Italian beef poutine with ballpark cheese. Twelve years later, a new owner and executive chef returns to the restaurant that is near and dear to his heart. “Revery was actually my first real chef job,” says Bennett Disser, who purchased the restaurant this spring. The eastside native has also worked in local restaurants ranging from Tie Dye Grill to ClusterTruck to Commission Row, but he fell in love with the chef’s life after going on a life adventure—driving south until his car died

in Corinth, Mississippi, printing out his resume at the library, and hustling his way into two restaurant jobs there. “A lot of my influences are unapologetically Southern,” he says. “I gravitate toward the deep South, Appalachia, the Carolinas.” That is also where he developed a passion for fresh seafood and learned niche cooking skills, like how to break down whole fish. “I was like a sponge,” says Disser. “I’m shucking oysters in Memphis. I’m cooking fish in the middle of the woods in Mississippi. I was infatuated by it.” At Revery, he’ll treat diners to four seasonal menus filled with seafood and local ingredients. At home, the father of two daughters under the age of 5 caters to a more demanding clientele. “The only thing they’ll let me make them is cheeseburgers,” he says. “And they will tell you straight up, ‘Mommy is a better cook.’”

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Commission Row. “The cocktails are great, and I love eating caviar.” (2) Shapiro’s. “I’m a huge fan of the basics.” (3) The Garage food hall. “With the kids, you never know what they are going to want. They have so many options there.” (4) Competitive cooking. “Hopefully I’ll qualify for the World Food Championships.” (5) Southern side dishes. “At the restaurant, I’ve done grits, collard greens, shucky beans, drunken pinto beans. I’m doing whatever sounds good to me. That’s what it all boils down to.”

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Packaged Goods

Daisy Bar BIRRIA MANDU

DUMPLINGS ARE FAR FROM JUST A STARTER BEFORE GENERAL TSO’S CHICKEN OR AN OPTION ON THE DIM SUM CART. WHETHER STEAMED OR FRIED, THEY NOW TAKE CENTER STAGE, SHOWCASING VIBRANT FLAVORS AND FILLINGS FROM AROUND ASIA. B Y T E R RY K I RT S

A highlight on its fusion-inspired menu, Daisy Bar’s one-of-kind-dumplings stuff deeply flavorful shredded pork (marinated and slow-braised in the style of Western Mexican birria) inside thin-wrapped Korean-style mandu. The plump bites are ﬁnished in a complex broth enriched with soy sauce and served with pickled onions and ginger-forward chili crisp. 1011 Massachusetts Ave., 317390-4002, daisy barindy.com

CHICKEN CHILI MOMOS To get the full experience of the fat, juicy dumplings from the Himalayan region of Nepal, Bhutan, and India, head to this cozy restaurant where aromatic ground-chicken momos are steamed to tender perfection or tossed in a bracing chili sauce. 3816 N. High School Rd., 317-419-2666, everest-momohouse.com 42

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Lil Dumplings Noodle Bar VEGGIE DUMPLINGS At Carlos Salazar’s The Garage food hall counter, pillowy veggie dumplings stuffed with carrots and cabbage get regal toppings of pickled onions, chili oil, and a house sauce tasty enough to sip. 906 Carrollton Ave., 317-418-4227, garageindy.com/ lil-dumplings

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PHO SOUP DUMPLINGS

PORK AND CRAB SOUP DUMPLINGS

At this posh Asian-inﬂected restaurant in Bottleworks District, the tender pork soup dumplings have a character more from Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Extra ﬂavor comes via a pho broth and a warm bath of vinegary coconut nuoc cham, Sriracha, and basil oil. 850 Massachusetts Ave., 317-316-0470, modita.com

This newcomer to the south side’s Asian food scene offers perfectly tender soup dumplings that provide just the right burst of aromatic broth inside. The house winner is a version ﬁlled with rich ground pork sweetened with bits of crab. 8810 S. Emerson Ave., 317-215-4022, phoeverdumpling.com

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ITALIAN-BORN RESTAURATEUR RAFFAELE D’EUSEBIO ENTERS THE NORTHSIDE STEAKHOUSE SCENE WITH A SLENDER SPEAKEASY-INSPIRED CHOPS SPOT. B Y T E R RY K I RT S W H E N RAFFAE LE

D’Eusebio bought the popular northside Italian spot REVIEW Ristorante Roma with wife Alessia in 2020, it didn’t take long for him to start dreaming of a second concept. Yet while plans for a 21-and-over steakhouse with an emphasis on bourbon and wine came together in 2023, it would be more than three years before the new restaurant could sear its first Certified Angus ribeye. “Just when we had things ready, some major issues with the custom hood and exhaust system forced us to tear out the bar and the ceiling,” says general manager Jonathan Dean. “We basically had to start over with 44

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the buildout.” Despite a yearlong setback, D’Eusebio and his team remained undeterred. Early this July, Charred made its debut in a sliver of a 70-seat space at Carmel City Center with all the smoke of your local barbecue joint, the intimacy of a speakeasy, and hopes that the new place could stand out not just in Carmel but in Indy’s upscale, aged beef scene. That’s a bit of a tall order in a city saturated with steakhouses. Charred’s diminutive size means there isn’t a lot of room left for decor in the darkly handsome dining room where two colorful abstract paintings frame the spacious marble-top bar up front, and black clamshell booths provide window seating. Meanwhile, a nightly soundtrack of

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turned-up techno music would not be out of place in a dance club. Despite this, an especially thoughtful cocktail selection conceived by former Anthony’s Chophouse bartender Shaun Slinkard and Ristorante Roma alum Cheyenne Leahy soothes with some of the best bourbon and gin sours around, particularly a late-summer seasonal Rosey’s Sour with delicate Japanese Roku gin, woodsy lavender and rosemary, and a nice hit of lemon. The bar’s signature black walnut Manhattan draws true character from six-year WhistlePig rye and Nocello, making for a drink that’s sweeter, rounder, and tastier than the classic. To manage the kitchen, D’Eusebio hired on Carmel native Matt Camp, most recently the executive chef of a golf course in Evansville, who brings his skills with saucing and French techniques to Charred’s offerings. Starters deviate little from the classics, though a bright and citrusy tuna crudo with chili oil, avocado mousse, and wasabi wontons brings some Asian flavors to the mix. Steak tartare is a bit more rough-cut than typical versions, but the Angus filet is especially tender, and dollops of bracing Dijon are welcome. Lobster bisque has a great base of shellfish broth with generous hunks of claw meat and an herbaceous drizzle of “emerald oil,” and a wedge salad made with nearly an entire head of romaine and plenty of blue cheese is big enough for the whole table.

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Cuts of Angus beef with a variety of accoutrements (such as bone marrow and a restrained bourbon glaze) range from more modest filet mignon and ribeye cap to a whopping 32-ounce dryaged porterhouse. All of it gets seared over hickory wood fire, which enhances the beefiness of the steaks and gives an earthy note to your meal. Double-cut Australian lamb chops arrive juicy and wellseared on a bed of smooth though not overly decadent Robuchon potatoes. An almost too generous serving of those same potatoes is paired beautifully with braised short ribs that need no steak knife. Among seafood options, four jumbo scallops are curiously served with al dente risotto that’s colored and sweetened with red cabbage and enriched with bits of jowl bacon and purple asparagus tips. Perhaps the most unexpected offering is a whole Cornish game hen with a delec-

A shareable wedge salad and lobster bisque packed with claw enhance Charred’s lineup of prime cuts.

table cream sauce perfumed with fennel that you can smell immediately when it hits the table. The hen itself shows care with brining, which makes the meat enviably succulent even though the skin is wan without the promised char. All in all, D’Eusebio’s first foray outside of his more familiar Italian cuisine shows plenty of promise. Some refinements to plating and atmosphere might even make it a destination for diners looking for something beyond the beef. NOVEMBER 2026 | IM

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Q. It’s difficult caring for a family member who is experiencing cognitive decline. How do you advocate for a loved one when they’re no longer able to do it for themselves? A. Being an advocate for a loved one who’s experiencing memory loss is so critical, because their own insight into their condition could be very low. We don’t necessarily recognize when we have a memory problem. Many times, a family member saying, ‘Hey, I’ve noticed a memory issue,’ is the ﬁrst step in a patient receiving treatment. So being able to bring that up, and to be present with that person at a medical appointment, can help them enormously. We’ll then ﬁgure out how to keep that loved one as independent and autonomous as possible. But that’s often a tough conversation for many families, understandably. At some point, though, it comes down to keeping your mom, dad, or spouse safe. Are they falling prey to scams, clearly not taking their medicines the way that they’re supposed to, or is it no longer safe for them to be driving? One important step is to go back to conversations that you’ve had with that loved one in the past. Rely on your history with them to know and reassure yourself of what they’d want as a person. Part of the role of a caregiver is to be the one who

says, ‘This is the point where they can’t live this way anymore.’ None of this is easy, of course. That’s why in my clinics, and through our other providers who take care of individuals affected by memory loss and dementia, a lot of time is spent taking care of the families themselves, making sure that they’re getting the resources that they need. Q. You’re part of an initiative that leverages professionals called brain health navigators to help patients and families. How does that operate? a. We work really closely with our primary care teams to give our patients resources to detect cognitive impairment early. In an effort created by Indiana University Health, brain health navigators work with primary care providers. These are registered nurses who are specially trained to perform cognitive testing, assess conditions like depression and sleep apnea, look for markers of cognitive decline, and evaluate patients’ medicines. Then they provide feedback to the primary care doctor. If we do ﬁnd a person has very early Alzheimer’s disease, they can be fast tracked into the treatment program. We’re building out this training program for nurses internationally, so it’s an effort on a global scale.

—Dr. Jared Brosch Neurologist working on Alzheimer’s disease with Indiana University Health

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TOP DOCTORS LIST 2026 METHODOLOGY

The professionals listed herein—active physicians in Marion, Hamilton, Madison, Boone, Johnson, Hendricks, Hancock, Morgan, and Shelby counties in Indiana—were selected by their peers in a survey, conducted by Professional Research Services Company of Troy, Michigan, asking them which physicians they’d turn to for care. Professionals may be screened and selected through the veriﬁcation of licensing and review of any infractions through various applicable boards, agencies, and rating services. For further information, visit prscom .com or email PRS at sshevin@hour-media.com. This list does not, of course, include every caring, knowledgeable, and responsible physician in Greater Indianapolis. Some physicians appear under more than one specialty. Not all listed physicians are accepting new patients.

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QAllergy Partners of Greenwood 965 Emerson Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-865-0055

AMY LAHOOD, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine Care 10122 E. Tenth St., 317-355-5717

TOLLY EPSTEIN, M.D. QAllergy Partners of Central Indiana 9002 N. Meridian St., 317-542-3961

CHRISTINE NEGENDANK, M.D. QCenterstone 5839 E. Washington St., 877-882-5122

MARIA LUISA PILAR ERMITANO, M.D. QGeist Center for Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, PC 8150 Oaklandon Rd., 317-826-5440

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MARIA ROBLES, M.D. QEskenazi HealthEskenazi Health Center West 38th Street 5515 W. 38th St., 317-880-3838 EMILY ZARSE, M.D. QCommunity Fairbanks Behavioral Health 2040 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-355-5009

ADOLESCENT MEDICINE LANET TE BROWNJONES, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Care Clinic 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-7510 REBEKAH WILLIAMS, M.D., MS QIU Health-Riley Physicians Adolescent Medicine 1002 Wishard Blvd., 317-944-8812

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY JOHN DUPLANTIER, M.D.

ANN ESQUIVEL , M.D. QFamily Allergy & Asthma 4400 Weston Pointe Dr., Zionsville, 317-732-4046 NABEEL FAROOQUI, M.D. QAllergy Partners of Fishers 11501 Cumberland Rd., Fishers, 317-863-9300 LEANNA-MARIE GERSHUNI, M.D. QAllergy Partners of Central Indiana 9002 N. Meridian St., 317-542-3961 GARRICK HUBBARD, M.D. QAllergy & Asthma Care of Indiana 1590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-708-2839 JAY JIN, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Pulmonology & Respiratory Care 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-948-7208 LEENA PADHYE, M.D. QCarmel Allergy 12750 Horseferry Rd., Carmel, 317-795-0707

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Q. How can a patient maximize their annual check-up to help their overall health? A. The well visit is one of the most powerful tools patients have. This is the time you can take charge and ask questions to improve your health outcomes down the road. The doctor’s office will often call patients ahead of the visit and gather information to save time in the waiting room. It makes sense to take advantage of that, so you can focus on preparing to speak with your doctor, not ﬁlling out forms. Often, the doctor will ask the patient to get blood work done before, during, or after the appointment. This helps catch any potential concerns. The scope of the well visit includes an entire physical exam, including making sure the patient is up to date on their

immunizations and checking in on their mental health. When the medical assistant comes in to get you settled and take your vitals, it’s crucial that you share any updates about your health. Even if it seems small, like you’ve started snoring or your libido has gone down, any change should be mentioned. You never know what is normal and what can be a symptom of a bigger problem. Think about a well visit as playing offense rather than defense, just waiting to get sick before seeking care. There are many silent killers, like diabetes and high blood pressure, that can be discovered or even prevented through a well visit. —Dr. Rashmin Adesara family medicine physician and wound care specialist with Community Health Network

Q. Going to the emergency room, even when the reason isn’t life-threatening, is often a scary experience. How can a nervous patient stay calm so that they’re able to effectively participate in their care? A. Doctors understand that the emergency department can be completely overwhelming for people. We want patients to know that when we’re in front of you, you are our sole focus. We are there for you. Try to remember that our goal with your visit is to make sure you are comfortable with what’s happening and that you understand what it is we may be worried about and what we’re trying to rule out. So even though the environment might be chaotic, we are trained to cut out the noise and focus entirely on you. By no means do patients need any knowledge of medicine to be part of their own healthcare team. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you don’t understand something, for instance, why a test is being ordered, what your follow-up care will be, why a medication is being given, or what you’ll need to watch for at home, just ask ‘Can you explain that again in a way that I’ll understand?’ Another important way that patients can advocate for themselves is by making sure the healthcare team knows your important information. Be prepared with details like which medications you’re on, any allergies you have, previous medical conditions, and a timeline of the symptoms that brought you in. If you have a trusted person who understands your medical history, bring them with you or ask them to meet you at the E.R. —Dr. Jillian Murphy emergency physician with Hendricks Regional Health

Q. When a concern pops up, patients have multiple options, including heading to an urgent care facility, scheduling a telehealth visit, or simply messaging their doctor through a portal. How does someone know what the smart choice is? A. Patients should trust their instincts about how urgent the situation is and think about whether a hands-on physical examination is likely to be needed. For questions about your medications, concerns about a test that was done, or minor symptoms, you can use a secure message through the patient portal. A telehealth visit would be ideal when a conversation and an assessment is needed, but a physical exam isn’t essential. Urgent care, on the other hand, is appropriate for acute problems that need prompt attention and an in-person exam, such as minor injuries or suspected infections. If you’re unsure, reach out to your primary care physician’s office so that your trusted healthcare team can guide you to the appropriate setting. However, when you have any severe symptoms, say, shortness of breath or chest pain, a trip to the E.R. is always the right call. The best healthcare is the right care at the right time in the right place. —Dr. Kariuki Murage general surgeon and vice president of the medical staff for Franciscan Health Indianapolis; chief of surgical services for Franciscan Health Central Indiana NOVEMBER 2026 | IM

Q. Taking charge of your care can be especially hard in a mental health setting, when you may feel withdrawn due to embarrassment or awkwardness. What should new patients keep in mind? A. Think of it this way: A mental health consultant is no different than a plumber or mechanic, in that we offer our best advice, and you decide whether it works for you. Some questions to ask yourself are: Do I feel like I was heard? Was I provided a treatment plan I’m excited about, and did I understand all the parts of it? There’s still a lot of stigma around mental health, causing the average person to possibly fear being judged. We’re there to help you overcome that. No matter what, you always have a choice in how your treatment is approached. At the beginning of a first meeting, a good mental healthcare provider will ask, ‘Do you have a preference on therapy styles?’ Once I explain the differences, people usually have a very clear preference. If you aren’t sure, then trust in our training and experience. We’ve seen every type of problem and will know what is needed to help you. And if you feel like your doctor isn’t the right one for you, then be confident in that decision. No doctor should be offended if you aren’t clicking. All we want is for you to find the best care possible, even if it’s not with us. —Dr. Heather Fretwell psychiatrist with Eskenazi Health 52

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Q. What should patients do if they disagree with a doctor’s recommendation or just don’t feel comfortable with a proposed treatment? When is it appropriate to seek a second opinion? A. Much of what we do in medicine is shared decisionmaking. A doctor is supposed to provide a patient with the information that they have and provide it in a way that’s understandable. That’s the only way a patient will be able to make an educated decision. The most important thing is being an active participant in your healthcare. By that I mean don’t be afraid to ask questions. When we’re making medical decisions, especially complex ones, you need to clearly understand what we’re doing, why, and what the alternative choices are. We know you’re not a doctor … We certainly don’t expect that you know everything there is to know about a given medical condition. For that reason, you don’t have to feel shy or embarrassed to ask lots of questions. We like to see that you’re asking questions, so that we can make sure

we’re doing a good job of explaining what’s happening. I’ve always encouraged my patients to get a second opinion if they’re uncomfortable with the information I’ve provided them, or if they have any doubt about the diagnosis or about what their treatment plan should be. The practice of medicine is called that for a reason. It’s a practice; it’s not full of binary decisions. We come with information, and then we need the patient to lay out what their objectives are for their healthcare, so that we’re making decisions, together, consistent with their beliefs and goals. —Dr. Sumit Chawla pulmonary and critical care physician with Hancock Health

TOP DOCTORS LIST DAVID PAT TERSON, M.D. QAcademy Allergy, Asthma, & Sinus PC 14540 Prairie Lakes Blvd. N., Noblesville, 317-621-2455

KANDICE LUDWIG, M.D. QIU Health Joe & Shelly Schwarz Cancer Center 11645 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-688-4800 ANNE MAT TINGLY, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health Breast Center-Danville 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-718-9000

CRAIG SEWELL , D.O. QIU Health Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-962-5820 ANITA SIVAM, D.O. QInspire Allergy & Asthma 10255 Commerce Dr., Carmel, 317-663-9420

JULIANA MEYER, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Indianapolis 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-781-7391

HELEN WANG, M.D. QCarmel Allergy 12750 Horseferry Rd., Carmel, 317-795-0707 NEHA YAKHMI, M.D. QAllergy Innovations, LLC 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westﬁeld, 765-802-1433

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TARA SPIVEY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Breast Care 19800 East St., Westﬁeld, 765-298-4767

WEN CHEN, M.D. QIU Health 1130 W. Michigan St., 888-484-3258

NATE THEPJATRI, M.D., FACS QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center-Community Breast Care North 7120 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-7780

MEGAN POWER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000

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Q. Choosing a new doctor, especially a gynecologist or an obstetrician, can feel overwhelming. How do you suggest going about it? A. It’s important to ﬁnd a doctor who you feel at ease talking to, and who you feel listens to you. If you’re someone who likes to do things in a more holistic way, ask the doctor how comfortable they feel with practicing holistic medicine. Also, it may seem small, but focus on their greeting. Oftentimes, the minute the provider walks in the room, you can learn a lot about them. How did they welcome you into their office or introduce themselves? That sort of thing should show you respect and help you feel conﬁdent that you’ll be listened to and, most importantly, treated in the most humane way possible.

If a doctor isn’t for you, then that’s fine. No doctor will be upset if they aren’t the one for you. All we ask is for the patient to be considerate about canceling appointments and, if asked, that they share feedback about what caused their desire to seek care elsewhere. Women often don’t put themselves first, but this is one of those times where it’s a good idea to do so. Just remember, you can’t fill anyone else’s tank if your own is empty. You need to be in the best possible health, so that you can be there to take care of others and to care for your family and your community. Taking the time to find a doctor who works with your treatment goals will help you do that. —Dr. Tronya Hawkins obstetrician and gynecologist with Ascension St. Vincent

ERIN ZUSAN, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center South-Breast Care 1440 E. County Line Rd., 317-497-6920

MEGHAN BEER, D.O. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center East-Breast Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-2727 MONET BOWLING, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health Breast Center-Danville 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-718-9000 CARLA FISHER, M.D. QIU Health Surgical Oncology 1030 W. Michigan St., 317-948-6400

CARDIAC SURGERY ANDREW BARKSDALE, M.D. QFranciscan Physicians Network Cardiac Surgery Associates 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-2331 LOLA CHABTINI, M.D. QIU Health Cardiovascular Surgery 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-923-1787

KRISTEN GOVERT, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Breast Care Services 8550 Naab Rd., 317-338-9300

MARC GERDISCH, M.D. QIU Health-Division of Cardiovascular Surgery 1801 Senate Blvd., 317-923-1787

CHRISTINA KIM, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentFishers Breast Care 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-415-9404 SUSAN LOT TICH, M.D., FACS QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center South-Breast Care 1440 E. County Line Rd., 317-497-6920

ERIKA RAGER, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Breast & Melanoma Specialists Indianapolis 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-781-7391

DAVID HEIMANSOHN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Cardiovascular Surgery 10590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-583-7800 TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED ON PAGE 78

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four decades after hoosiers hit the big screen, we revisit the small-town basketball culture that inspired a classic (along with some real behind-the-scenes nail-biters).

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T H E MOV I E Hoosiers turned 40 this year, and it’s arguably a bigger deal now than when it was released in 1986. The fictional reimagining of tiny Milan High School’s 1954 state basketball championship has become a statewide cultural touchstone and ranks as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, of all sports films. But back in the day, few saw its potential. Not its director, David Anspaugh, nor its writer, Angelo Pizzo. And certainly not its star, Gene Hackman. “We didn’t think we were making some sort of classic,” Pizzo recalls. “Quite the opposite. We felt like we were on the Titanic, and that it was going to be a disaster. We had challenges beyond challenges beyond challenges.” It certainly didn’t help that Hackman (who starred as coach Norman Dale) and Barbara Hershey (who played schoolteacher Myra Fleener) posed some of the biggest challenges of all. Both were deeply unimpressed with everything from their rural Indiana surroundings to

Anspaugh and Pizzo themselves. “They thought they got stuck on this amateur night in Dixie production, and they let us know,” Pizzo says. “David, in particular, had such a tremendous challenge dealing with Gene. He was not hesitant about sharing his unhappiness with being in Indiana shooting this movie.” Hershey was perhaps even worse. She disliked pretty much every word of the script, saying she only took the gig because she wanted to work with Hackman. Producer Carter DeHaven even told Pizzo that he wasn’t allowed to stand where Hershey could see him when they shot her scenes. And after the movie debuted, she continued on page 57

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story didn’t bother him. “I didn’t care whether it was a Milan story or not,” Plump says. “Everybody knew what it was based on.” Although the fictional Hickory Huskers bore only a loose resemblance to the Milan Indians, Plump recognized something important in the finished film. Besides his understandable fondness for Jimmy Chitwood’s final shot, he loved the opening sequence of Hackman’s Norman Dale driving past Indiana cornfields. He notes that Hackman’s Hollywood interpretation of coaching couldn’t have been more different from that of his own coach, Marvin Wood, but he recognized some similarities in the way he stood up to the secondguessing townspeople. “Woody never paid any attention to the fans,” says Plump, who has had four decades to witness what the film did for the larger story of Hoosier Hysteria. People still approach him for autographs, and he credits Hoosiers with carrying the Milan story to a much larger audience. “The movie took it worldwide,” he says.

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refused to promote it, or even to answer questions about it. When production finally wrapped after a four-day stand at Hinkle Fieldhouse, where the movie’s climactic championship game was shot, Pizzo chased after Hackman as the actor bolted for his trailer. He shook his hand and thanked him for the experience. Hackman, he recalls, gave him a less-thaninspiring take on the movie’s chances of success. “He said, ‘I’m sure you boys learned a lot. I just want you to really be prepared for the fact that this movie, like most, is going to end up somewhere in the dustbin of film history, a dustbin of films that no one goes to see,’” Pizzo remembers. Hackman was, to put it mildly, incorrect. Made with an extremely modest $6 million budget, Hoosiers went on to earn a respectable $28.6 million during its original theatrical run. Nowhere near as successful as Top Gun or Crocodile Dundee (1986’s two biggest hits), but not bad. It also earned two Oscar nominations, one for best supporting actor for Dennis Hopper, and one for its score, created by Jerry Goldsmith. And then something truly strange happened. The movie refused to fade away. Created to celebrate Indiana’s peculiar love affair with high school basketball and its almost one-of-a-kind, one-class, winner-take-all state basketball tournament, it somehow became not just a celebration of Hoosier Hysteria, but a part of it. So much so that today some fans are a bit hazy about where the movie ends and the real story of Milan begins. Matt Martin, executive director of the Indiana Basketball

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Hall of Fame in New Castle, says visitors occasionally ask him, in all seriousness, where the entirely mythical town of Hickory is located. When Martin explains that Hickory isn’t real, it doesn’t seem to compute. “Well, I know,” they respond. “But where is it?” For a very long time, Hickory lived only in the minds of Pizzo and Anspaugh. The two met at Indiana University in 1966, where they bonded over their love of movies. “One of us once said, ‘Wouldn’t it be crazy if somehow one of us ended up in the film industry, or even both of us?’” Anspaugh recalls. Then one of them proposed an even crazier idea: If they ever got the chance, they should make a movie about Milan High School and its astonishing 1954 state basketball championship. “We went, ‘Oh my God, that would be such a great movie,’” Anspaugh says. “That’s where the seed was planted.” That seed took more than a decade to sprout. Both men attended film school at the University of Southern California, then went their separate ways professionally. Anspaugh became an accomplished television director and won a Directors Guild of America award. Pizzo read and developed scripts and became vice president of feature film production at Time-Life Films. Through it all, the Milan idea simmered on the back burner. “It was always there,” Pizzo says. “But the plan for how to execute it wasn’t.” The project took its first tentative steps toward reality in 1981. After Time-Life Films restructured its film production operation, Pizzo returned

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play Norman Dale. “Jack is probably one of the biggest reasons that we got the movie made,” Anspaugh says. Nicholson ultimately dropped out because of a scheduling conflict, but by then Hoosiers had momentum. In March 1985, Hemdale Film Corporation picked it up, and Orion Pictures eventually came aboard as distributor. The two old IU friends who had stayed up late talking about a Milan movie 15 years earlier finally got a chance to actually do it. Over the intervening years Pizzo and Anspaugh have watched their fictional account weave itself into the colorful tapestry of Indiana

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to Indiana to research Milan’s story and then, he thought, hire someone to write a script. But interviews with actual team members threw a wrench in the works. Turns out Milan’s story was too wholesome. The players grew up together, loved their coach, and enjoyed the full support of their town. There was no conflict. And you can’t tell an interesting story without conflict. “The more I talked to them, the more I realized this could be the world’s most boring movie,” Pizzo recalls. So he instead decided to write a fictional story inspired by it, giving himself the freedom to invent the town of Hickory, the team’s irascible coach, Norman Dale, and pretty much every single emotional high and low point that makes the movie what it is. Perhaps most importantly, he decided to write the script himself. It was a grueling process, but nothing compared to finding someone to back the project. Sports movies were considered lousy box office bets, and the major studios passed. But Hoosiers had one heavy hitter in its corner: Jack Nicholson. Anspaugh had befriended him years earlier, and the actor read the script and wanted to

basketball lore. Typically, at the commemorative events they’ve attended over the years, the celebrity guest list included both actors who portrayed Hickory players and members of the real Milan team. No one seems to mind. “There’s a kind of a merging of those two stories,” Pizzo says. During one such gathering he noticed a man he didn’t recognize sitting at the autograph table and apparently presenting himself as the real-life inspiration for Shooter, the alcoholic dad portrayed in Hoosiers by Dennis Hopper. There was just one problem. “I completely made that character up,” Pizzo says. The bizarre episode was just one more example of what happens when a fictionalized tale becomes so compelling that it alters how people remember the real story. The movie indeed celebrates Indiana’s love of high school basketball and its wild state tournament, in which every school, no matter its size, competed. But there’s an inconvenient truth hidden in

that nostalgia. Hoosiers landed in theaters just as the state’s near-maniacal, multigenerational fascination with high school hoops was fading. And just before it was changed beyond all recognition. Attendance for the Indiana High School Athletic Association’s boys’ basketball tournament peaked in 1962 at an astounding 1,554,454. But it was all downhill from there. In 1972 it dropped to 1,332,675; in 1982 to 1,076,886; and in 1992, even in the radiant afterglow of Hoosiers, it dwindled to 861,124. The reasons for the decline are pretty straightforward. For the first few decades of the 20th century, watching the local high school basketball team was pretty much the only entertainment in lots of tiny Indiana towns. Many lacked the money, or enough students, to even fit out a football team. So the local hoops squad became the community’s sole source of excitement and entertainment during the dregs of winter. continued on page 61

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The movie wasn’t supposed to be called Hoosiers. Though Anspaugh and Pizzo loved the movie title from the start, the studio disliked it. The duo told their distributor, Orion, that they would think of a more “accessible” name before the ﬁlm’s release. Its current title only survived because, after long consideration, no one could come up with anything they liked better.

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Maris (Jimmy Chitwood) Valainis nailed the gamewinning shot at Hinkle on the ﬁrst take. During rehearsals he missed repeatedly, as witnessed by the crowd in the stands. When he sank the shot on his ﬁrst “real” try, the onlookers went nuts. Anspaugh did one more take, just to be safe.

Dennis Hopper improvised because he couldn’t remember his lines. Hopper brought an unpredictability to the role of Shooter that turned out to be an asset, though according to Pizzo it wasn’t entirely intentional. Hopper had difficulty remembering the dialogue as written, so Pizzo and Anspaugh gave him room to substitute words and ﬁnd his own way through scenes. The result helped transform a character Pizzo originally envisioned as dark and one-dimensional into something far more colorful. Colorful enough to earn Hopper a best supporting actor Oscar nomination.

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“The place to be on Friday and Saturday night was at your community’s basketball game,” says Steve Witty, executive director emeritus of the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association. “That was the social event of the week. There wasn’t much competition for the entertainment dollar at the time. High school basketball was the only game in town.” But slowly, the community fabric that underpinned Hoosier Hysteria frayed. It began after World War II, when many small-town schools were closed and gathered together into larger “consolidated” high schools. Decadesold hoops rivalries fought out on basketball courts across the state were erased overnight. In 1938, 787 high schools participated in the IHSAA’s hoops tournament, the largest field in history. But by the late ’60s, thanks mostly to consolidation, the field fell to the 400s, then into the 300s before recovering slightly. In 2026, 404 schools participated. That wasn’t the only issue. By the ’60s, high school basketball was far from the only game in town. Those consolidated schools could field football teams and lots of other sports teams, too. And there was television. Then cable. Then video games. And now, doomscrolling on phones. All of it drained interest in high school basketball. But the coup de grâce was yet to come. Much of what made Indiana’s high school basketball tradition so special was its one-class, winner-take-all championship tournament. Initiated in 1911, it meant that any little crossroads town had

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a shot, however small, at winning the state title. Most of the time, when little schools faced big ones in the tournament, the little schools got smashed. Except, of course, for that one time. That time they made a movie about. By 1996, Indiana was one of only four states, along with Kentucky, Delaware, and Hawaii, still holding a singleclass basketball tournament. Trouble was, the size disparity between schools grew ever more daunting. For instance, if Milan High School (yes, it still exists), which enrolled 315 students in 2024–25, made another title run in a winner-take-all tournament, it might face behemoths such as Carmel High School, with an enrollment surpassing 5,000. But Milan will never again face such a patently unfair contest. Because doing what the school’s 1954 team did is impossible now. It’s against the rules. On April 29, 1996, the Indiana High School Athletic Association board of directors voted 12-5 to create multi-class tournaments in several team sports, including boys and girls basketball. Today, Indiana divides its high schools into four basketball classes based primarily on enrollment. The largest 20 percent compete in Class 4A, the next 25 percent in 3A, the

next 25 percent in 2A, and the smallest 30 percent in 1A, with each class crowning its own state champion. The last one-winner tournament was played in 1997, when Bloomington North defeated Delta 75-54. Some 786,024 fans attended. The next year, four different champions were crowned, and total tournament attendance tumbled to approximately 434,752. Opponents said the new system destroyed what made Indiana’s high school game unique. The IHSAA countered that the enormous and growing enrollment gap between Indiana’s largest and smallest schools made the old tournament fundamentally unfair. “We wouldn’t pit a 3,500-student school against a 300-student school in an IHSAA basketball tournament any more than we would match a 198-pound wrestler against a youngster that weighs 106 pounds,” said then-IHSAA commissioner Bobby Cox in a 2012 essay published on the IHSAA website. The irony, of course, is that the very unfairness the change was intended to eliminate was also what made the old tournament so compelling. David was allowed to face Goliath. Pretty much the only place you can see such a contest these days is by rewatching

Hoosiers. Witty introduced his grandson, who doesn’t live in Indiana, to Hoosier Hysteria by showing him the movie when he was 10. Now they watch it together once a year, every year. “In my opinion, Pizzo and Anspaugh are geniuses,” Witty says. “They did such a great job of capturing the essence of how high school basketball was one of our state’s great treasures.” This year also brings a new, longer version of the movie. Anspaugh says he spent years lobbying for a director’s cut that restores material removed from the theatrical release, including scenes that clear up some of the original film’s unanswered questions and develop its story more fully. At the time of this interview, Anspaugh says the extended cut has already been screened for selected audiences and is expected to become available to the general public soon. “I’m so proud of it,” he says. “[In the new version], there are more stories and more questions answered. It’s a different film, and it’s better.” Perhaps. But the average fan might take issue with the suggestion, even from its director, that Hoosiers needs any sort of improvement. It’s a fictionalized saga that plays fast and loose with the actual Milan championship, but in doing so it weaves a story about Indiana basketball that’s fundamentally real. And it makes anyone who witnessed true Hoosier Hysteria pine for a time that’s gone forever. The underdog will never again prevail. David will never again slay Goliath. It only happened once. But it did happen. And Hoosiers preserved it in amber.

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12/13 The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s “Messiah” weekend continues with Handel’s oratorio and a Christmas carol sing-along at the Indiana Landmarks Center. icomusic.org

Sounds of the Season: Connection 12/13 Multiple choirs within the Indianapolis Children’s Choir, as well as the Alumni Choir, make the holidays merry and bright at Pike Performing Arts Center. icchoir.org

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KASHIF SALEEM, M.D. QIU Health-Health Advanced Heart & Lung Care 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-962-9700

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JOHN STOREY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 8075 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-8640

KATHLEEN MORRIS, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-6666

PETER WALTS, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Cardiovascular Surgery 10590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-583-7800

DERRICK PLAHN, D.O., FACC, FASE, RPVI QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900

CARDIOLOGY MICHAEL BARRON, M.D., FACC QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900 ANTHONY BASHALL , M.D. QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900 ATUL CHUGH, M.D. QParkview Health parkview.com NOEL DASGUPTA, M.D. QIU Health Cardiology 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-962-2500 THOMAS FAILINGER, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentHancock Heart Care 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-5112 JASON FLEMING, M.D., FACC QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900 JASON JAYROE, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentHancock Heart Care 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-5112 MARK JONES, M.D., FACC QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900 GEORGE LOLAY, M.D. QFranciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians 5330 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-893-1900

VIJAY RAO, M.D., PH.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-6666 MICHAEL ROBERTSON, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 8075 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-8500 SCOT T SHARP, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 8075 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-8500 SANGITA SUDHARSHAN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-6666 WILLIAM WINCE, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Heart Care 10590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-338-6666

CLINICAL GENETICS LUIS ESCOBAR, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Medical Genetics & Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-5288 BRYAN HAINLINE, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health-Riley Medical & Molecular Genetics 1002 Wishard Blvd., 317-944-3966 MELISSA LAH, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Medical & Molecular Genetics 1002 Wishard Blvd., 317-944-3966

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ATEET SHAH, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer CenterColon and Rectal Care 7430 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-0668

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IMAD SHAWA, M.D. QCenter for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2334

KATHLEEN HANOVER, M.D., FAAD QDermatology Inc. 725 Lakefront Ct., Carmel, 317-926-3739

JOSEPH SMITH, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

ANN-MARIE HYAT T, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 7910 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-516-5000

MICHAEL SNYDER, M.D., FCCP QIndiana Internal Medicine Consultants 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2860

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KEN DAWES, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 7910 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-516-5000

CHRIS NEBESIO, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 10801 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, 317-516-5000

ANNET TE DINNEEN, M.D. QDermatology Associates of Indiana 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9393

KATHERINE NOLAN LU, M.D., FAAD QCarabella Dermatology 10255 Commerce Dr., Carmel, 317-778-5030

ABIGAIL DONNELLY, M.D., FAAD QForefront Dermatology 755 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-846-2396 THOMAS EADS, M.D. QGreenwood Dermatology 92 S. Park Blvd., Greenwood, 317-889-7546 SHAYNA GORDON, M.D. QThe Dermatology Center of Indiana 2155 E. Main St., Plainﬁeld, 317-838-9911 SCOT T GUENTHNER, M.D., FAAD QThe Dermatology Center of Indiana

CHRISTOPHER OBEIME, M.D. QDoctors Skincare LLC 3330 Founders Rd., 317-334-0303 KATE OBERLIN, M.D. QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 1250 N. Post Rd., 317-516-5000 SYRIL KEENA QUE, M.D., MPH, FAAD, FACMS QIU Health Dermatology 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-944-7744 SAHAND RAHNAMAMOGHADAM, M.D. QIU Health Dermatology 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-944-7744

TOP DOCS The right balance of compassion, technology and results Congratulations to our 153 award-winning doctors who care for patients at Ascension St. Vincent hospitals and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. We celebrate their dedication to answering God’s call to bring health, healing and hope to all and thank them for the exceptional care they provide to our patients and communities every day.

Explore our list of award-winning doctors in the Indianapolis area: ascension.org/INTopDocs26

TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 78 LORI SANFORD, M.D., FAAD QHancock Dermatology 400 W. Green Meadows Dr., Greenﬁeld, 317-967-7921 EMILY SHELLEY, D.O. QDermatology Associates of Indiana 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9393 KATHRYN SHRIFT, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 7910 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-516-5000 MARY SPOLYAR, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 7910 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-516-5000 JOHN STEPHENS, M.D., FAAD QDermatology Inc. 11580 Overlook Dr., Fishers, 317-926-3739 LAURA STITLE, M.D. QGreenwood Dermatology 92 S. Park Blvd., Greenwood, 317-889-7546 MAT THEW STRAUSBURG, M.D. QGreenwood Dermatology 92 S. Park Blvd., Greenwood, 317-889-7546 RACHEL WARD, M.D. QDermatology Associates of Indiana 17720 Village Center Dr., Noblesville, 317-338-9393 CHRISTY WATERMAN, M.D., FAAD QBooth Dermatology Group, PC 12050 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, 317-848-2427

8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-582-8290

2605 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8000

PARUL VORA, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Developmental Pediatrics 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-582-8290

ASHLEY SATORIUS, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

DIAGNOSTIC

E N D O C R I N O L O G Y,

RADIOLOGY

DIABETES &

SCOT T GAERTE, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150

M E TA B O L I S M

JOHN KINDLER, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150

ERNEST ASAMOAH, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Diabetes & Endocrinology Care 8101 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-1006

DAVID KURLANDER, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150

LAUREN BAKER, M.D. QIU Health Endocrinology 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy., Carmel, 317-843-0000

LAUREN LADD, M.D. QIU Health Radiology 1701 N. Senate Blvd., 317-948-9729

LORI BRAME, M.D. QRiverview HealthNoblesville Diabetes & Endocrinology 395 Westﬁeld Rd., Noblesville, 317-776-3520

SARA LAY, M.D. QIndiana University Riley Children’s 350 W. 14th St., 317-278-7056 KAREN MCCANN, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150 SUSAN MEYER, M.D. QNorthwest Radiology Network, PC 10603 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-972-9669 DENNIS MYERS, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150

JAY WOLVERTON, M.D. QIU Health Dermatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-7744

WILLIAM SCALES, M.D. QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150

PRIYA YOUNG, M.D., FAAD QDawes Fretzin Dermatology Group, LLC 7910 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-516-5000

BRIAN WIEGEL , M.D. QNorthwest Radiology Network, PC 10603 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-972-9669

SARAH YOUNG, M.D. QIU Health Dermatology 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-944-7744

EMERGENCY

D E V E LO P M E N TA L– BEHAVIORAL P E D I AT R I C S

MEDICINE JILLIAN MURPHY, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health 1000 E. Main St., Danville, 317-745-4451

NERISSA BAUER, M.D. QNB Behavioral Pediatrics 12735 Meeting House Rd., Carmel, 317-660-5205

TARYN PAPANDRIA, D.O. QHancock Regional Hospital 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-468-4413

JESSICA GREEN, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Developmental Pediatrics

MICHELE PEGGS MINEART, M.D. QBoone County Emergency Medicine

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MELISSA CAVAGHAN, M.D. QIU Health Endocrinology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-843-0000 BLAKE ERDEL , M.D. QFranciscan Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialists 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-5904 NEHA GAVIN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Diabetes & Endocrinology Care 13121 Olio Rd., Fishers, 317-621-1006

SWATHI RAO, M.D. QParkview Physician Group Noblesville Diabetes and Endocrinology 395 Westﬁeld Rd., Noblesville, 317-776-3520 POOJA SINGAL , M.D. QHendricks Endocrinology & Diabetes Specialists 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-7445 MICHAEL WADDELL , M.D. QFranciscan Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialists 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-5904

F A M I LY M E D I C I N E RASHMIN ADESARA, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 6910 Hillsdale Ct., 317-621-6337

8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-1500 SARAH COLEMAN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentZionsville Primary & Specialty Care 10801 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, 317-344-1234

NASEEM LABUE, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171

JASON COOPER, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Brownsburg North Family Medicine 5492 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Brownsburg, 317-852-3851

RUDO MASHINDI, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 6189 W. John L. Modglin Dr., Greenﬁeld, 317-866-7320

ALICIA DAUMEYER, D.O. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-1500

COURTNEY MCNEILL , D.O. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7525 E. 82nd St., 317-621-1670

JULIA DEGLER, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-3441

CYNTHIA MENEGHINI, M.D. QJane Pauley Community Health Center 2040 N. Shadeland Ave., 463-209-8503

KRISTIN BAGLEY, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 4055 S. Roy Wilson Way, New Palestine, 317-861-4171

MARK DENARDIN, D.O. QFranciscan Health Family Medicine Center Indianapolis 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-8921

JARED BASHAM, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171

DANIEL FISHER, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine 10122 E. 10th St., 317-355-5717

CHRISTOPHER BASOM, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Diabetes and Internal Medicine Care 8205 E. 56th St., 317-621-4044

MARGARET FITZSIMMONS, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 8535 N. Clearview Dr., McCordsville, 317-477-6400

ELIZABETH GRETHEN, M.D. QImpact Endocrinology 188 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-660-1322

DEREK BAST, D.O. QFranciscan Physician Network CityWay Family Medicine 426 S. Alabama St., 317-528-2489

SAURA FORTIN ERAZO, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

MICHAEL HANCOCK II, M.D. QFranciscan Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialists 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-5904

ELIZABETH BLACHLY, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 4055 S. Roy Wilson Way, New Palestine, 317-861-4171

MICHAEL GELAT T, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine and Pediatric Care 8150 Oaklandon Rd., 317-621-1111

PRIYA MENON, M.D. QHendricks Endocrinology & Diabetes Specialists 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-7445

RAGAN BRACKET T, M.D. QGem Science 6905 E. 96th St., 317-708-9912

ADAM HARKER, M.D. QIU Health Primary Care 404 E. Washington St., 317-963-2610

CHRISTINE OAKLEY, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Fishers Primary & Specialty Care 12708 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-415-5800 ANA PRISCU, M.D. QFranciscan Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialists 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-5904

SCOT T CAPEN, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-3441 PETER CAREY, M.D. QIU Health Primary Care 6820 Parkdale Pl., 317-216-2700 AARON CARLISLE, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care

Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171

ERICA HUDDLESTON, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171 JIHAN HUGGINS, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkFamily Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171 TAMEKA JONES, M.D. QCommunity

RODDREA MONTGOMERY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network, Diabetes & Internal Medicine Care 8205 E. 56th St., 317-621-4044 MICHAEL MOONEY, M.D. QPriority Physicians of Fishers 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-415-9900 EMMA NORDSTROM, M.D. QWitham Health Services-Witham Family Medicine 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8649 MAT THEW OVERLEY, M.D., FAAFP QHealthNet Speedway Health & Dental Center 6020 Crawfordsville Rd., 317-957-2070 EMILY PERKINS, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Southeast Family Medicine 965 Emerson Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-887-1060 JEFFREY PETERSON, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network North Grove Family Medicine 362 Meridian Parke Ln., Greenwood, 317-528-8760 JORDAN PHELPS, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine Care 8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-1500 MATTHEW PRIDDY, M.D. QPriority Physicians of Carmel 12174 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-688-9000

TOP DOC RECOGNITION MEANS A LOT TO OUR DOCTORS

But seeing patients enjoy life again means even more. Being a top doctor takes expertise, wisdom, and a commitment to giving each patient the attention and compassion they deserve. And while we’re proud of this year’s Indianapolis Monthly honorees, that pride extends to every other Central Indiana Orthopedics team member who provides comprehensive orthopedic care at our Anderson, Fishers, Marion, Muncie, and Zionsville locations. Since 1950, we’ve been ﬁnding better ways to help people heal. That’s why our no-appointment Walk-In Clinics offer care that’s fast, expert and convenient. It’s why we were the ﬁrst in our region to use Mako SmartRobotics® for hip and knee replacements. It’s why we perform those surgeries for less than half the cost of the same procedures at a hospital—and then give patients access to 24/7 post-operative support through our dedicated Nurse Practitioner Patient Navigator. Recognition from our peers will always be an honor. But for every CIO physician, there’s no greater reward than helping a grateful patient get back to doing what they love.

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 80 JOHN RAU, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Southeast Family Medicine 965 Emerson Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-887-1060 RICHARD REJER JR., M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Southeast Family Medicine 965 Emerson Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-887-1060 JENNIFE R ROBINET TE, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine and Pediatric Care 8150 Oaklandon Rd., 317-621-1111 KIMBERLY SMITH, D.O. QAscension St. VincentJoshua Max Simon Primary Care Center 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-7510 GREGORY SPECHT, D.O. QFranciscan Physician Network CityWay Family Medicine 426 S. Alabama St., 317-528-2489

FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY ERICA FISK, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 STEPHEN GREENFIELD, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 ADAM HUFF, M.D. QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000 DAVID MYER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 DAVID PORTER, M.D. QForté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics 1401 W. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-817-1200

GASTROENTEROLOGY

SARAH SPURGEON, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171

MURAD ABURAJAB, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gastroenterology 8333 Naab Rd., 317-415-6580

KRISTEN STEINER, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 8535 N. Clearview Dr., McCordsville, 317-477-6400

ASHISH AGGARWAL , M.D., MBBS QCommunity Physician NetworkGastroenterology Care 7400 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-6900

RACHEL TRUPE, M.D. QValiant Primary Care 262 S. Ford Rd., Zionsville, 317-204-3695

MOHAMMAD AL-HADDAD, M.D. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-0980

JAMIE ULBRICH, M.D. QHendricks Regional HealthAvon Family Health 301 Satori Pkwy., Avon, 317-271-6363 DERRICK WALKER, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine Care 7910 E. Washington St., 317-355-7171 LOUIS WINTERNHEIMER, M.D. QJane Pauley Community Health Center 2040 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-934-5100 KRISTIN WOOD, M.D. QFranciscan Health Family Medicine Center Indianapolis 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-8921 JUSTIN WRIGHT, M.D. QWitham Medical GroupWitham Family Medicine 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8649

MAZEN ALSATIE, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gastroenterology 8333 Naab Rd., 317-415-6580 JIGAR BHAGATWALA, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkGastroenterology Care 7400 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-6900 MAT THEW BOHM, D.O. QRiverview Health Physicians Gastroenterology 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westﬁeld, 317-214-5468 LAWRENCE BORN, M.D. QNorthside Gastroenterology 8424 Naab Rd., 317-872-7396

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NAGA CHALASANI, M.D. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-0980 SHAN CHENG, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 DONATO CIACCIA, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkGastroenterology Care 7400 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-6900 ANDREW CRANE, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 LUKE DRAKE, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 HALA FATIMA, M.D. QIU HealthGastroenterology & Hepatology 10300 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-0980 WILL FECHT JR., M.D. QIndiana Gastroenterology, Inc. 13421 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-872-1161 MONIKA FISCHER, M.D. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-0980 MARWAN GHABRIL , M.D. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-0980 MICHAEL HARTLEY, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Westside Gastroenterology Consultants 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-7310 PAUL HAYNES , M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 TIMOTHY IMLER, M.D. QRiverview Health Physicians Gastroenterology 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westﬁeld, 317-214-5468 JAMES JACOB, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology

8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 WILLIAM KESSLER, M.D. QWitham Health Services-Witham Gastroenterology 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8830 MICHAEL MORELLI, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955 KAVITHA NAIR, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkGastroenterology Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-1144 NEDHI PATEL , M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Westside Gastroenterology Consultants 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-7310 DOUGLAS REX, M.D. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 10300 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-0980 SASHIDHAR SAGI, M.D. QRiverview Health Physicians Gastroenterology, 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westﬁeld, 317-214-5468

CHRISTINE GUPTA, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel General Surgery 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-415-9330 JEFF HEISE, M.D., FACS QHancock Surgical Group One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-462-3255 MICHAEL HOUSE, M.D., FACS QIU Health Surgical Oncology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-0113 KIMBERLY KERR, M.D. QHendricks Surgical Associates 112 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-3740 DONALD KING, M.D., FACS QFranciscan Physician Network Indy Southside Surgical Indianapolis 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-4800 MICHELLE KITSIS, M.D. QHancock Surgical Group One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-462-3255 CHANDRASHEKHAR KUBAL , M.D., PH.D. QIU Health Transplant 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-4370

NINAD SHAH, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkGastroenterology Care 7400 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-6900

MATHEW LIBKE, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Indy Southside Surgical Indianapolis 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-4800

AMANDA SWINGLEY, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gastroenterology 8333 Naab Rd., 317-415-6580

MANUEL LOZANO, M.D. QHancock Surgical Group One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-462-3255

JOHN CHRISTOPHER TANG, D.O. QIU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology 13100 E. 136th St., Fishers, 317-944-0980 ROBERT VINCENT, M.D. QIndianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-2955

GENERAL SURGERY IAN FERRIES, M.D. QNaab Road Surgical Group 8240 Naab Rd., 317-207-7411 WILLIAM GOGGINS, M.D. QIU Health Transplant 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-4370

JONATHAN MANDELBAUM, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Indy Southside Surgical Indianapolis 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-4800 VINEY MATHAVAN, M.D. QNaab Road Surgical Group 8240 Naab Rd., 317-207-7411 KARIUKI MURAGE, M.D., FACS QFranciscan Physician Network Indy Southside Surgical-Indianapolis 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-865-4800 KAREN NATOLI, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-General Surgical Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-1000 JOSEPH PAVLIK, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-General

Surgical Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-5450 JOHN POWELSON, M.D. QIU Health Transplant 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-4370 TYRONE ROGERS, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-General Surgical Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-5450 MICHAEL ROWE, M.D. QNaab Road Surgical Group 8240 Naab Rd., 317-207-7411 CLARK SIMONS, M.D., FACS QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000 LARRY STEVENS, M.D. QIU Health General Surgery 13100 E. 136th St., Fishers, 317-944-7874 WM. ROSS STRONG, M.D. QWitham Health Services-Witham Surgical Associates 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8820 JENNIFER ZYROMSKI, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Fishers General Surgery 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-415-9330

G E R I AT R I C MEDICINE MALAZ BOUSTANI, M .D. QIU Health Geriatrics 11700 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-962-2929 BRACA CANTOR, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Touchpoint HATS Geriatrics 9669 E. 146th St, Noblesville, 317-621-4657 JODIE HARPER, M.D. QClarityMD 1200 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-571-8900 STACI HOLLAR, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center For Healthy Aging 8424 Naab Rd., 317-338-7780 LOREN KOUSOUROU, D.O. QCommunity Health Network-NICHE & GEMGeriatric Care Programs 1500 Ritter N. Ave., 317-355-9290

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 84 KEVIN MCNULTY, D.O. QFranciscan Physician Network Geriatric Medicine Specialists 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-6670 OLIVIA NIRMALASARI, M.D. QIU Health Geriatrics 1001 W. 10th St., 317-880-6636 KATHERINE PALMISANO, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center for Healthy Aging 8424 Naab Rd., 317-338-7780 POONAM PARUCHURI, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000 KOFI QUIST, M.D. QIU Health Geriatrics 1633 N. Capitol Ave., 317-962-2929 GREG SACHS, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-2224 NICOLE SLATEN, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center For Healthy Aging 8424 Naab Rd., 317-338-7780 AMY WOOLDRIDGE, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 120 W. McKenzie Rd., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-2335

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY TINA AYENI, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Gynecologic Oncology Specialists Indianapolis 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-2555 MEGAN BUECHEL , M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gynecological Cancer Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6740 MICHAEL CALLAHAN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gynecological Cancer Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6740 JAMES CRIPE, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center South-Gynecologic

Oncology Care 1440 E. County Line Rd., 317-497-2760 SARAH GOODRICH, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gynecological Cancer Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6740 HILARY HINSHAW, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Gynecological Cancer Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6740 WILLIAM LOWERY, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center North-Gynecologic Cancer Care 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-3780

HAND SURGERY JOSHUA ADKINSON, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000 LI CHEN, M.D. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575 IAN CHOW, M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 8501 Harcourt Rd., 317-875-9105 ANDREW COMBS, M.D. QAndrew Combs, MD 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers 317-763-1296 NICHOLAS CROSBY, M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 8501 Harcourt Rd., 317-875-9105 MICHAEL DIDONNA, M.D. QIU Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 13100 E. 136th St., Fishers, 317-944-9400 ROBERT FALENDER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 KELLY GRANER, M.D. QForté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics 1401 W. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-643-4128 RYAN HART, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Orthopedic Specialty Care

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1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-7375 REED HOYER, M.D., FAAOS QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 1579 Olive Branch Parke Ln., Greenwood, 317-875-9105 EMILY JEWELL , M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Orthopedic Specialty Care 7930 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-6725 F. THOMAS KAPLAN, M.D., FAAOS QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 8501 Harcourt Rd., 317-875-9105 CHRISTY KELLAMS, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 TONI LIN, M.D. QForté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics 1401 W. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-643-4128 RICHARD MAKOWIEC, M.D. QIndiana Joint Replacement Institute 14065 Borg Warner Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0262 GREG MERRELL , M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-875-9105 ALEX MEYERS, M.D. QReconstructive Hand to Shoulder of Indiana 13431 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-249-2616 MICHAEL PANNUNZIO, M.D. QReconstructive Hand to Shoulder of Indiana 13431 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-249-2616 KATHRYN PECK, M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-875-9105 SEBASTIAN PEERS, M.D. QReconstructive Hand to Shoulder of Indiana 13431 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-249-2616 SAMEER PURI, M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 737 W. Green Meadows Dr., Greenﬁeld, 317-875-9105 LANCE RET TIG, M.D. QForté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics 10767 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-643-4128

GREGORY REVEAL , M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 GREGORY SCHMIDT, M.D. QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 8501 Harcourt Rd., 317-875-9105 BRANDON SMETANA, M.D., FAAOS QIndiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice 8501 Harcourt Rd., 317-875-9105 RASHAD USMANI, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 MAT THEW WALKER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 MAT THEW WELSCH, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Orthopedic Specialty Care 9669 E. 146th St., Noblesville, 317-355-2663 HEATHER WILLIAMS, M.D. QRiverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 17600 Shamrock Blvd., Westﬁeld, 317-770-3777

H E M ATO LO GY ANTHONY BETBADAL , M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000 DAVID HEDRICK, M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000 MAGDALENA LEWANDOWSKA, M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000 MEGHANA RAGHAVENDRA, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252 NICOLE RANDALL , M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000

Doctor’s advice “The practice of medicine is called that for a reason. It’s a practice; it’s not full of binary decisions. We come with information, and then we need the patient to lay out what their objectives are for their healthcare, so that we’re making decisions, together, consistent with their beliefs and goals.” —Dr. Sumit Chawla, Hancock Health HARSHA RANGANATH, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252

Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

JENNIFER SCHWARTZ, M.D. QIU Health Blood and Bone Marrow Stem Cell Transplant & Immune Cell Therapy Program 1030 W. Michigan St., 317-944-0920

DISEASE

MADELAINE SGROI, D.O. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273 NAMRATA SHAH, M.D. QHancock Health-Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273

HOSPICE & PA L L I AT I V E MEDICINE PETER BAENZIGER, M.D. QAscension St. Vincent Hospital 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-4372 COLLEEN BROWN, M.D. QAscension St. Vincent Hospital 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-4372 ELAINA DIORIO, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health Palliative Care 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-456-9064 RAFAEL ROSARIO, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sandra

INFECTIOUS AMANDA AGARD, M.D. QIU Health Infectious Diseases 1633 N. Capitol Ave., 317-962-0953 KEITH BANKS, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Infectious Disease Care 7250 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-1690 MARKIAN BOCHAN, M.D., PH.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180 SAIRA BUT T, M.D. QIU Health Infectious Diseases 550 N. University Blvd., 317-962-0953 PHILIP CLAPHAM, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-3500 DAVID COX, M.D. QIndiana Infectious Disease Consultants 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2860 FRANCISCO DELGADO, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180 MONA DESAI, M.D. QIndiana Infectious Disease Consultants 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2860

Eskenazi Health salutes all the doctors across Central Indiana, especially those at Eskenazi Health, who provide compassionate care to our patients.

Quality care. Remarkable people.

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Top Doctors. It’s who we are. Congratulations to the 52 physicians from OrthoIndy and Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy practice, named Indianapolis Monthly Top Doctors. For you, that means access to recognized specialists across orthopedic care—whether you’re seeking answers for a new injury, relief from ongoing pain or a path back to the activities you love.

Orthopedics. It’s what we do.

*2026 Healthgrades Awards

Chris Bales, MD

Mitch Beckert, MD

Virgilio Chan, MD

Michael Cross, MD

John Dietz, Jr., MD

Gregory Dikos, MD Orthopaedic Surgery

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Raymond Gotanco, MD

Stephen )TGGPƂGNF /&

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Spine Surgery

Ian Chow, MD

Renn Crichlow, MD

Ryan Dill, MD

Robert Falender, MD Hand Surgery

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Andrew Gudeman, MD

Kevin Helms, MD

Reed Hoyer, MD

Philip Huang, DO

F. Thomas Kaplan, MD

Christy Kellams, MD

Matthew Lavery, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Internal Medicine

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Adam Huff, MD

Vince Hume, DO

Gabriel Jackson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Spine Surgery

Hand Surgery

Internal Medicine

Hand Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Hand Surgery

Nicholas Crosby, MD Hand Surgery

Erica Fisk, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery

OrthoIndy Hospital is physician owned and operated.

M. Craig McMains, MD

Greg Merrell, MD

Ronald Miller, MD

Patrick Millikan, MD

Eric Monesmith, MD Orthopedic Surgery

Foot and Ankle Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Kevin O’Neill, MD

Mark Osborne, MD

Kathryn Peck, MD

Gregory Poulter, MD

Megan Power, MD

Sameer Puri, MD

Michael Reeder, MD

Greg Reveal, MD

Troy Roberson, MD

Richard Rosales, MD

Gregory Schmidt, MD

David Schwartz, MD

Abhi Seetharam, MD

Stephen Shively, DO

Jonathan Shook, MD

Kevin Sigua, MD

Brandon Smetana, MD

Michael Thieken, MD

Rashad Usmani, MD

George Vestermark, MD

Matthew Walker, MD

Peter Wasky, MD

Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Internal Medicine

Orthopedic Surgery

Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Hand Surgery

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Hand Surgery

Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery

Hand Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Anesthesiology

Hand Surgery

David Myer, MD

Hand Surgery

Spine Surgery

Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 86 HASSAN ELMALIK, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180

CHRISTINA TANG, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Infectious Disease Care 7250 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-1690

OMAR ELSHEIKH, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180

CHAD TEWELL , M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180

AARON ERMEL , M.D. QIU Health Infectious Diseases 550 N. University Blvd., 317-962-0953 JOSEPH FRAIZ, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health Infectious Disease Specialists 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-3333 SAMIR GUPTA, M.D. QIU Health-Specialty Medicine Clinic 1001 W. 10th St., 317-880-5475 TRACEY IKERD, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180 CRYSTAL JONES, M.D. QWitham Health Services-Witham Infectious Disease 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8830 GEETA MANTRAVADI, M.D. QIU Health Infectious Diseases 1633 N. Capitol Ave., 317-962-0953 PATRICK MILLIGAN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Infectious Disease Care 1550 E. County Line Rd., 317-497-6235 KOKILA AGENDRAN, M.D. QIU Health Infectious Diseases 1633 N. Capitol Ave., 317-962-0953 HALEY PRITCHARD, M.D., MS QIU Health Infectious Diseases 550 N. University Blvd., 317-962-0953 LUKE RAYMONDGUILLEN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Infectious Disease Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-621-1690 KATHRYN ROBERTSON, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Infectious Disease Care 7250 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-1690

BREE WEAVER, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Infectious Diseases 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7260

INTERNAL MEDICINE AUDREY ABELL , M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Indiana Adult and Pediatric Medicine 1411 S. Green St., Brownsburg, 317-852-3600 ANNE ADAMS, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Internal Medicine Care 8101 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-5390 REETU BACHHAWAT, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Internal Medicine Care 8101 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-5390 SAMANTHA BOUCHIE, M.D. QPriority Physicians of Carmel 12174 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-688-9000 MARLA CURRENT, M.D. QCurrent Internal Medicine 755 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-951-9611 DANIEL DESALLE, D.O. QMidwest Center for Joint Replacement 6920 Gatwick Dr., 317-455-1064 GEORGE ELMES, M.D. QWitham Health Services-Hospitalist 2605 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8000 LAUREL FICK, M.D. QNiche Medical and Consulting 9525 N. Meridian St., 463-263-9184 MICHAEL FLETCHER, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 8535 N. Clearview Dr., McCordsville, 317-477-6400 WHITNEY FRAIZ, M.D. QAscension St. Vincent Hospital 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2172

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WARREN GAVIN, M.D. QIU Health-Methodist Hospital 1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-962-2000 RAYMOND GOTANCO, M.D. QOrthoIndy Northwest Pre-Operative Clinic 6040 W. 84th St., 317-802-2000 RACHELLE GRACE GREIST, M.D. QAscension St. VincentJoshua Max Simon Primary Care Center 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-7510 PAUL HAMORI, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentZionsville Primary Care 10801 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, 317-733-1829 KEVIN HELMS, M.D. QOrthoIndy Northwest Hospital 8400 Northwest Blvd., 317-802-2000

2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-3634

M AT E R N A L &

KATHERINE PALMISANO, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center for Healthy Aging 8424 Naab Rd., 317-338-7780

F E TA L M E D I C I N E

KIRAN PATEL , D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Internal Medicine Care 11911 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-621-6800 MADHAVI RAO, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Internal Medicine Care 8101 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-5390 MICHAEL REEDER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Northwest Pre-Operative Clinic 6040 W. 84th St., 317-802-2000

ADAM HENRY, M.D. QValiant Primary Care 262 S. Ford Rd., Zionsville, 317-204-3695

BRIAN ROBINSON, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

KRISTEN IRWIN, M.D. QHancock Internal Medicine 8535 N. Clearview Dr., McCordsville, 317-335-6930

STEVEN SAMUELS, M.D. QIndiana Internal Medicine Consultants 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2860

DEVON KENDRICK, M.D. QAscension St. Vincent Hospital 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2172

SURESH SESHAN, M.D. QHancock Internal Medicine 8535 N. Clearview Dr., McCordsville 317-335-6930

JOHN KERSTEFF, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Indiana Adult and Pediatric Medicine 1100 Southﬁeld Dr., Plainﬁeld, 317-838-3443

PUJA SINGH, M.D. QModern Medical 10435 Commerce Dr., Carmel, 317-349-7400

CATHERINE KURIAN, D.O., MS QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Primary Care 13420 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8600 SAMANTHA LOESER, M.D. QAscension St. VincentJoshua Max Simon Primary Care Center 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-7510 JOSEPH MARTIN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Primary Care 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8315 J. DAVID MOSSLER, M.D. QHancock Regional Hospital 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-5544 JENNIFER MUNDELL , M.D. QAscension St. Vincent

JOHN UNISON, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Indiana Adult and Pediatric Medicine 1100 Southﬁeld Dr., Plainﬁeld, 317-838-3443 KAREN WENDOWSKI, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Primary Care 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-7800 MEGAN WOODSMALLREECE, D.O. QAscension St. Vincent Hospital 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2172

TOVAH BUIKEMA, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center for Maternal and Fetal Care 8081 Township Line Rd., 317-415-8100 WALTER HARRY, M.D. QFranciscan Health Maternal Fetal Medicine & Genetics Indianapolis 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-2661 SHERRINE IBRAHIM, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7010 JASMINE JOHNSON, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-7010 CAROLINE ROUSE, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7010 STACEY SCHMIEDECKE, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center For Maternal and Fetal Care 8081 Township Line Rd., 317-415-8100 FRANK SCHUBERT, M.D., MS QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7010 CHRISTINA SCIFRES, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-7010 JENNIFER WEIDA, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7010 DAWN ZIMMER, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Center for Maternal and Fetal Care 8081 Township Line Rd., 317-415-8100

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

AMY WOOLDRIDGE, M.D. QHancock Family Medicine 120 W. McKenzie Rd., Greenﬁeld, 317-462-2335

SAMEER AHMED, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252

ANDREW YOUNG, D.O., FACP QIU Health-Adult Ambulatory Care Center 550 N. University Blvd., 317-962-8851

SAMANTHA ARMSTRONG, M.D. QIU Health-Multi-D Oncology Clinic 535 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-0920

PABLO BEDANO, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center East-Medical Oncology 1500 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-5870 SUMEET BHATIA, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center North-Medical Oncology 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-4333 RUEMU BIRHIRAY, M.D. QHematology Oncology of Indiana 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6600 SRIDHAR BOLLA, M.D. QHendricks Oncology 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-520-5510 LAWRENCE EINHORN, M.D. QIU Health-Multi-D Oncology Clinic 535 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-0920 NIRAJ GUPTA, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Oncology & Hematology Specialists Carmel 12188-B N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-859-5252 NAWAL KASSEM, M.D. QIU Health-IUSCC Women’s Clinic 1030 W. Michigan St., 317-944-0920 MARY MAYER, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center South-Medical Oncology 1440 E. County Line Rd., 317-497-6270 DANIEL MILTON, M.D. QHematology Oncology of Indiana 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6600 BRIAN MULHERIN, M.D. QHematology Oncology of Indiana 2505 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-483-7333 SHIROO PARSHAD, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center North-Medical Oncology 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-4333 MEGHANA RAGHAVENDRA, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252 NAVEED RANA, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252

TOP DOCTORS MAKING YOUR BEST HEALTH POSSIBLE Hancock Health is proud of our 66 health providers being recognized for their skill, compassion, and dedication to our patients. Sewit Amde, M.D. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Margaret Fitzsimmons, M.D. Family Medicine

Manuel L. Lozano, M.D. Radiation Oncology

Namrata Shah, M.D. Hematology & Medical Oncology

Kristin Bagley, M.D. Family Medicine

Michael Fletcher, M.D. Internal Medicine

Rudo Mashindi, M.D. Family Medicine

Kristen Steiner, M.D. Family Medicine

Elizabeth Blachly, M.D. Family Medicine

P.J. (Paul) Halter, M.D. Pediatrics

Ben McAllister, D.O. Psychiatry

Molly Strong, M.D. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Jeff Heise, M.D., FACS General Surgery

J. David Mossler, M.D. Internal Medicine

Priscilla Stumpf, M.D. Radiation Oncology

Sumit Chawla, M.D. Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease

Kristen Irwin, M.D. Internal Medicine

Aaron Nelson, D.O. Pain Medicine

Lori Wean, M.D. Pediatrics

Julia Compton, M.D. Radiation Oncology

Thomas Jones, M.D. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Stephen Schultz, M.D. Medical Oncology

Allison Wiesman, M.D. Pediatrics

Julia Degler, M.D. Family Medicine

Michelle Kitsis, M.D. General Surgery

Suresh Seshan, M.D. Internal Medicine

Amy R. Wooldridge M.D. Geriatric Medicine & Internal Medicine

Joshua East, M.D. Neurology

Robert Klinestiver, M.D. Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease

Madelaine Sgroi, D.O. Hematology & Medical Oncology

James Zhang, M.D., Ph.D. Neurology & Sleep Medicine

Saif Ali Shakir Aljemmali, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology

Garrick P. Hubbard, M.D. Allergy & Immunology

David M. Ratzman, M.D. Pain Medicine

Michael Sever, M.D. Pathology

Mitchell W. Beckert, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgery

Timothy D. Imler, M.D. Gastroenterology

Joshua D. Ring, M.D. Urology

Stephen Shively, D.O. Orthopedic Surgery

Gregory M. Bell, M.D. Rheumatology

Jason Jayroe, M.D. Cardiology

Sashidhar V. Sagi, M.D. Gastroenterology

Leonard A. Steinberg, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology

Markian R. Bochan, M.D., PhD, FIDSA Infectious Disease

John Kindler, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology

Lori Sanford, M.D., FAAD Dermatology

Qin Wang-Joy, M.D. Nephrology

Matthew E. Bohm, D.O. Gastroenterology

David Kurlander, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology

William Scales, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology

Megan Wood, M.D. Otolaryngology

Barrett S. Boody, M.D. Spine Surgery

Melissa B. Leedy, M.D. Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine

Abhijit Seetharam, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgery

Monet Bowling, M.D. Breast Surgery

Anne Mattingly, M.D. Breast Surgery

Francisco Delgado, M.D. Infectious Disease

Dennis Myers, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology

Thomas J. Failinger, M.D. Cardiology

Taryn Papandria, D.O. Emergency Medicine

Scott Gaerte, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology

Sameer K. Puri, M.D. Hand Surgery

Shaun Hicks, M.D. Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine

Robert A. Quirey, M.D. Pathology

Scott Capen, M.D. Family Medicine

Caroline Eringo, D.O. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Learn more about our team and ﬁnd your Top Hancock Health doctor at HancockHealth.org.

TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 90 HARSHA RANGANATH, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252 NIBAL SAAD, M.D. QFranciscan Health Oncology & Hematology Specialists 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-859-5252

MELISSA LEEDY, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-415-8111 AARON PITZELE, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-415-8111

STEPHEN SCHULTZ, M.D. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273

HILARY WHITE, D.O. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2345

MADELAINE SGROI, D.O. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273

NEPHROLOGY

NAMRATA SHAH, M.D. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273 DANIEL SONNENBURG, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center North-Medical Oncology 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-4333 ANITA TURK, M.D. QIU Health-Multi-D Oncology Clinic 535 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-0920 ASHWIN VASUDEVAMURTHY, M.D. QHematology Oncology of Indiana 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6600

MELISSA ANDERSON, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425 MIRZA BAIG, M.D., MBA, FACP, FASN QHancock Nephrology One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-462-6662 JAMES BOLANDER II, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425 ANTON CABELLON, D.O. QDialysis Vascular Specialists of Indiana LLC 2140 N. Capitol Ave., 317-644-1404 MICHELE CABELLON, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 8803 N. Meridian St., 317-963-6875

LAURA VATER, M.D. QIU Health-Multi-D Oncology Clinic 535 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-0920

JAMES ELLIOT T, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425

N E O N ATA L

JARED FIALKOW, D.O. QHendricks Nephrology Associates 112 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-718-2460

& P E R I N ATA L MEDICINE TAHA BENSAAD, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2345 JONATHAN BUECHLER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-2345 SHAUN HICKS, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-415-8111

SUNIL GOLLAPUDI, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425 ROULAN HWEIJ, M.D. QHendricks Nephrology Associates 112 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-718-2460 ADITYA JAIN, M.D. QKidney Physicians of Indiana 7830 S. Madison Ave., 317-888-1100

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CAROLYNE JEPKORIR, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425 SHARON KARP, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 550 N. University Blvd., 317-963-6875 KATHERINE KELLY, M.D. QIU Health University Hospital 950 W. Walnut St., 317-278-0262 JOHN LUCIA, M.D. QIndiana Nephrology & Internal Medicine, P.C. 9240 N. Meridian St., 317-875-0084 PATRICK MCHUGH, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425 SHARON MOE, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 550 N. University Blvd., 317-963-6875

1801 N. Senate Blvd., 317-963-6875

100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-718-4730

ARJUN SINHA, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 550 N. University Blvd., 317-963-6875

ADAM COMER, M.D. QIU Health Neurology 362 W. 15th St., 317-948-5450

QIN WANG-JOY, M.D. QIndiana Nephrology & Internal Medicine, P.C. 8205 E. 56th St., 317-353-8985

MEREDITH COUSIN, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-308-2800

JEREMY WIT TENBORN, M.D. QIndiana Kidney SpecialistsIndianapolis South 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425

CASSANDRA CURTIS, M.D. QOptum Primary Care 7151 Marsh Rd., 317-216-2000

CHAD ZARSE, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-963-6875 MINDAUGAS ZEKONIS, M.D. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425

NEUROLOGY

JOSEPH SANTOS, D.O. QNephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana (NANI) 5510 S. East St., 317-924-8425

RAHUL ABHYANKAR, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-308-2800

ASIF SHARFUDDIN, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health 550 N. University Blvd., 317-963-6875

JARED BROSCH, M.D. QIU Health Neurology 362 W. 15th St., 317-948-5450

SYED SHER, M.D. QIU Health Kidney Health

J. SCOT T CLINE, M.D. QHendricks Neurology

JOSHUA EAST, M.D. QHancock Neurology & Neurodiagnostics One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6387 ADAM FISCH, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-308-2800 KRISTI GEORGE, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 7250 Clearvista Dr., 317-308-2800 DAVID GLANDER, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-308-2800 MARK JANICKI, M.D. QWitham Health ServicesWitham Neurology 2705 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon, 765-485-8830 DAVID JOSEPHSON, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-308-2800 MONICA MAZDA, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-308-2800

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JAMES ZHANG, M.D., PH.D. QHancock Neurology & Neurodiagnostics One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6387

NEURORADIOLOGY KRISHNA AMULURU, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300 ANDREW DENARDO, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300 DANIEL GIBSON, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300 BRIAN GRANER, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000 DANIEL SAHLEIN, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300

NEUROSURGERY SHAH AHMAD, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-228-7000

KATHRYN NEVEL , M.D. QIU Health Neurology 362 W. 15th St., 317-948-5450

VINCENT ALENTADO, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 14540 Prairie Lakes Blvd. N., Noblesville, 317-396-1300

ROBERT PASCUZZI, M.D. QIU Health Neurology 362 W. 15th St., 317-948-5450

BRADLEY BOHNSTEDT, M.D. QIU Health Neurosurgery 355 W. 15th St., 317-963-1300

SARA SCHRADER, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-308-2800

JAMIE BRADBURY, M.D. QIU Health Neurosurgery 355 W. 16th St., 317-963-1300

MICHAEL SERMERSHEIM, M.D. QJosephson Wallack Munshower Neurology PC 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-308-2800

JOHN DEPOWELL , M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300

EVAN TEMPLETON, M.D. QEskenazi Health-Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

JILL DONALDSON, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkNeurosurgical Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-0100

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Leanna-Marie Gershuni, MD

Anne Mattingly, MD

Saif Aljemmali, MD

Stanley Givens, MD

Anita Mazdai, MD

Akudo Anokwute, MD

Shayna Gordon, MD

Priya Menon, MD

Sandeep Bhave, MD

Scott Guenthner, MD

Jillian Murphy, MD

Sridhar Bolla, MD

David Harsha, MD

Michael Murphy, MD

Monet Bowling, MD

Michael Hartley, MD

Sanjay Parikh, MD

Sumit Chawla, MD

Brogan Hayden, MD

Nedhi Patel, MD

J. Scott Cline, MD

Darrel Huff, MD

Robert Quirey, MD

Andrew Cook, MD

Roulan Abu Hweij, MD

Chad Reichard, MD

Jason Cooper, MD

Kimberly Kerr, MD

Michael Robertson, MD

Elaina DiOrio, MD

John Kersteff, MD

William Schwab, MD

Thomas Dugan, MD

Brendan Kluszynski, MD

Michael Sever, MD

Jessica Durk, MD

Anil Kumar, MD

Scott Sharp, MD

Tolly Epstein, MD

Hari Kumar, MD

Pooja Singal, MD

Neil Farren, MD

Christopher Leagre, MD

Leonard Steinberg, MD

Jared Fialkow, DO

Robert Liebross, MD

Jamie Ulbrich, MD

Joseph Fraiz, MD

Kristen Maatman, MD

John Unison, MD

Anita Fries, DO

Jothiharan Mahenthiran, MD

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 92 SAAD KHAIRI, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 DANIEL KIM, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-428-5058 CHARLES KULWIN, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 SHANNO N MCCANNA, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 JEAN-PI ERRE MOBASSER, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 TROY PAYNER, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 ERIC POT TS, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 ANGELA RICHARDSON, M.D. QIU Health Neurosurgery 355 W. 15th St., 317-963-1300

8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-0900

Carmel OB-GYNs 13420 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8300

OBSTETRICS

MELISSA HOLT, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 7120 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-7444

& GYNECOLOGY HEATHER BENSON, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-3090 SUSAN BENSON, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Fishers Primary & Specialty Care 12708 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-415-5800 SCOT T BOWERS, M.D. QAxia Women’s HealthOB/GYN of Indiana 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-3600 COURTNEY BROWNE, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 19800 East St., Westﬁeld, 317-621-7120 JESSICA EBINGER, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Fishers Women’s Health 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-415-5800 CAROLINE ERINGO, D.O. QHancock OB/GYN 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6500

RICHARD RODGERS, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300

ELIZABETH FERRIES ROWE, M.D. QEskenazi HealthEskenazi Health Center West 38th Street 5515 W. 38th St., 317-880-3838

KUSHAL SHAH, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 555 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-396-1300

RICHARD GATES, M.D. QAxia Women’s HealthOB/GYN of Indiana 8091 Township Line Rd., 317-415-1000

MITESH SHAH, M.D. QIU Health Neurosurgery 355 W. 15th St., 317-963-1300

HILARY GAUDREAU, M.D. QIntegrative Gynecology, MD 188 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 463-208-7766

ROBERT SLOAN, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkNeurosurgical Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-1470 JODI SMITH, M.D., PH.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurosurgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-0900

TAYLOR HAHN, M.D. QVia Women’s Health Collective 17300 Westﬁeld Blvd., Westﬁeld, 317-707-9446 KIM HARRIS, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 7120 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-7120

DANIEL SPOMAR, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 555 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-396-1300

TRONYA HAWKINS, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Eagle Highlands Primary Care 6620 Parkdale Pl., 317-415-7373

MONICA WEHBY, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurosurgery

BRIT TANY HIGGINBOTHAM, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-

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BRYRONY HOMAN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel OB-GYNs 13420 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7248 THOMAS JONES, M.D. QHancock OB/GYN 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenfield, 317-477-6500 DAVID LINTON, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 19800 East St., Westfield, 317-621-7120 ANITA MAZDAI, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Westside Physicians for Women 6911 E. U.S. Hwy. 36, Avon, 317-272-8033 KATIE MCHUGH, M.D. QIndiana Pelvic Pain Specialists 985 Dorman St., 317-288-1763 MICHELLE MURPHY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 19800 East St., Westfield, 317-621-7120

ANTHONY SANDERS, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave, 317-355-3090

SCOT T HOBSON, M.D., FACS QOphthalmic Plastic Surgery, Inc. 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1976

MOLLY STRONG, M.D. QHancock OB/GYN 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6500

MICHAEL HOPEN, M.D. QAbrams EyeCare 1320 City Center Dr., Carmel, 317-846-4223

JULIE TILLMAN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 19800 East St., Westﬁeld, 317-621-7120 SONJA VOELKEL, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 7120 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-7444 GRETA WEAVER, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 7120 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-2312

OPHTHALMOLOGY

LESLIE ABRAMS TOBE, M.D. QAbrams EyeCare 1320 City Center Dr., Carmel, 317-846-4223

JAN HUMMER, O.D., M.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077

ERIK BARRET T, M.D. QBarrett Eye Care 11450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-872-8772

MARK KAEHR, M.D. QAssociated Vitreoretinal & Uveitis Consultants 12794 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., Carmel, 317-571-1501

SARA PIERCE, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 7120 Clearvista Dr., 317-621-7444

CHARLINE BOENTE, M.D., MS QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Ophthalmology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8103

DEBORAH RONCO, M.D. QAxia Women’s HealthOB/GYN of Indiana 8091 Township Line Rd., 317-415-1000 MARAM SAID, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Gynecology 13420 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7247 MARWAN SALEH, M.D. QIU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-217-2500

AMELIA HUANG, M.D. Q20/20 Eye Physicians of Indiana, PC 8220 Naab Rd., 317-871-5900

JOHN ABRAMS, M.D. QAbrams EyeCare 1320 City Center Dr., Carmel, 317-846-4223

MICHAEL BEHFOROUZ, M.D. QCenter for Sight 10859 Creek Way, Zionsville, 317-334-4424

RAN RAMASWAMY, M.D. QRenova Total Health 885 Monon Green Blvd., Carmel, 317-343-6434

NICHOLAS HRISOMALOS, M.D. QMidwest Eye Institute 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1500

DARREL HUFF, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health-Avon Ophthalmology 8244 E. U.S. Hwy. 36, Avon, 317-272-4242

MICHELLE NEFF, M.D. QAxia Women’s HealthOB/GYN of Indiana 13420 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-573-7050

JENNIFER PRIDDY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-OB/GYN Care 19800 East St., Westﬁeld, 317-621-7120

PATRICK HOPEN, M.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077

JOSEPH BOGAARD, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health Ophthalmology 1160 W. Michigan St., 317-944-2020 RODNEY BUCHER, M.D. QAssociated Vitreoretinal & Uveitis Consultants 12794 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., Carmel, 317-571-1501 RICHARD BURGET T, M.D., FACS QMidwest Eye Institute 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1000 PAUL CACCHILLO, M.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077 LOUIS CANTOR, M.D. QIU Health Ophthalmology 1160 W. Michigan St., 317-944-2020

STEPHEN KLAPPER, M.D., FACS QKlapper Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-818-1000 HAROLD LEE, M.D. QOculofacial Plastic & Orbital Surgery 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy., Carmel, 317-573-1000 ANTHONY LOMBARDO, M.D., PH.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077 RONALD MARTIN, M.D., FACS QOphthalmic Plastic Surgery, Inc. 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1976 RAJ MATURI, M.D. QMidwest Eye Institute 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1414 RAMANA MOORTHY, M.D. QAssociated Vitreoretinal & Uveitis Consultants 12794 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., Carmel, 317-571-1501 DANIEL NEELY, M.D. QIU HealthOphthalmology-

Greenwood 533 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-843-6960 MICHAEL ORR, M.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077 CHRISTOPHER PESAVENTO, M.D. QSouthside Center for Sight 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-215-2833 F. RYAN PRALL , M.D. QAssociated Vitreoretinal & Uveitis Consultants 12794 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., Carmel, 317-571-1501 MICHAEL ROTHBAUM, M.D. QRothbaum Eye + Vision 18077 River Rd., Noblesville, 317-773-5153 AHMAR SAJJAD, M.D. QEye Surgeons of Indiana 9202 N. Meridian St., 317-564-9077 MILAN SHAH, M.D. QMidwest Eye Institute 965 Emerson Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-805-2200 HEATHER SMITH, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Ophthalmology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8103 AMY WADDELL , M.D. QRichard L. Roudebush Veterans’ Administration Medical Center 1481 W. 10th St., 317-554-0000 MICHAEL WELSH, M.D., FACS QOphthalmic Plastic Surgery, Inc. 11220 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-817-1976 SCOT T WENTZ, M.D. Q20/20 Eye Physicians of Indiana, PC 8220 Naab Rd., 317-871-5900

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY BRIAN BADMAN, M.D. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575 CHRIS BALES, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 MITCHELL BECKERT, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 MICHAEL BEREND, M.D. QMidwest Center for Joint Replacement 6920 Gatwick Dr., 317-455-1064

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 94 BRIAN CAMILLERI, D.O. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575 RENN CRICHLOW, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital 8402 N. Harcourt Rd., 317-802-2000 MICHAEL CROSS, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 ERIKA DALEY, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-948-2550 GREGORY DIKOS, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 ANTHONY FEHER, M.D. QIndiana Orthopedic Institute 14065 Westinghouse Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0232 ANDREW GUDEMA N, M.D. QOrthoIndy Center Grove 1579 Olive Branch Parke Ln., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 PETER HOGG, M.D. QIndiana Orthopedic Institute 14065 Westinghouse Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0232

DAVID MYER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 KEVIN O’NEILL , M.D., MS QOrthoIndy Northwest 8450 Northwest Blvd., 317-802-2000 COLIN PENROSE, M.D. QMidwest Center for Joint Replacement 6920 Gatwick Dr., 317-455-1064 GREG POULTER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 GREGORY REVEAL , M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000

KELLY HIAT T, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-2960

OTOLARYNGOLOGY JEFFREY BEACH, M.D. QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 12065 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-844-7059 AMY BEST, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Ear, Nose & Throat Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-2960

ABHIJIT SEETHARAM, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

BENJAMIN COPELAND, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640

STEPHEN SHIVELY, D.O. QOrthoIndy at Hancock Health & Hancock Orthopedics One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6683

ANTHONY FAMA, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640

MAT THEW LAVERY, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000

T. KYLE STOOPS, M.D. QIndiana Orthopedic Institute 14065 Westinghouse Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0232

JOHN MARTIN, M.D. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575

MICHAEL THIEKEN, M.D. QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000

M. CRAIG MCMAINS, M.D., FAAOS QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000

RASHAD USMANI, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

R. MICHAEL MENEGHINI, M.D. QIndiana Orthopedic Institute 14065 Westinghouse Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0232

GEORGE VESTERMARK, M.D. QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000

JASON YE, M.D., MBA QIndiana Spine Group 6920 Gatwick Dr., 317-275-1975

TROY ROBERSON, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

JONATHAN SHOOK, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

ERIC MONESMITH, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000

LAUREN HANSEN, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640

SETH BRUGGERS, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-944-6467

PHILIP HUANG, D.O. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

PATRICK MILLIKAN, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

TIMOTHY WILLIAMS, M.D. QIndiana Orthopedic Institute 14065 Westinghouse Dr., Noblesville, 317-620-0232

ZANE FREEMAN, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear, Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 JOHN GET TELFINGER, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Ear, Nose & Throat Care 18000 River Rd., Noblesville, 317-621-6673 JOHN GOLDENBERG, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-0540 JOSHUA GREENE, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Fishers Ear, Nose & Throat 13914 Southeastern Pkwy., Fishers, 317-415-9527

PETER WASKY, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital 8402 N. Harcourt Rd., 317-802-2000

JASON GUT T, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640

JONATHAN WILHITE, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Orthopedics 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-7673

RONDA HAMAKER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6815

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ELISA ILLING, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat, 355 W. 15th St., 317-944-6467 NICOLE KLEIN, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 11725 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-708-6984 BRENDAN KLUSZYNSKI, M.D. QHendricks Regional Health Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) 100 Hospital Ln., Danville, 317-745-3758 EDWAR KROWIAK, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 AVINASH MANTRAVADI, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-6467 RICHARD MIYAMOTO, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6815 MICHAEL MOORE, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-6467 MICHAEL MYERS, M.D., FACS QCommunity Physician Network-Ear, Nose & Throat Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-0540 RICK NELSON, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 355 W. 15th St., 317-944-6467 VINCENT OSTROWSKI, M.D. QMidwest Ear Institute 8240 Naab Rd., 317-996-9418 NOAH PARKER, M.D., FACS QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-6467

Doctor’s advice “[At the Emergency Room] be prepared with details like which medications you’re on, any allergies you have, previous medical conditions, and a timeline of the symptoms that brought you in. If you have a trusted person who understands your medical history, bring them with you or ask them to meet you at the E.R.” —Dr. Jillian Murphy, Hendricks Regional Health SCOTT PHILLIPS, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 PETER RIGAS II, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 JONATHAN TING, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 355 W. 15th St., 317-944-6467 JOSEPH TORTORICH, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 RACHAEL WILLIAMS, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Center for Ear Nose Throat and Allergy 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-926-1056 MEGAN WOOD, M.D. QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640 CHARLES YATES, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 355 W. 15th St., 317-944-6467 ROBERT YOUKILIS, M.D. QOtolaryngology Associates LLC

12065 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-844-7059

OTO LA RY N G O LO GY/ FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY AMY BEST, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Ear, Nose & Throat Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-2960 RICHARD BIGGERSTAFF, M.D., FACS QSimplySkin MedSpa 3965 W. 106th St., Carmel, 317-602-6332 JASON BLOCKSOM, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Plastic Surgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6713 BURKE CHEGAR, M.D. QChegar Facial Plastic Surgery 735 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-818-5438 BENJAMIN COPELAND, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-6640 JOHN GOLDENBERG, M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 12065 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-844-7059 MARK HAMILTON, M.D. QHamilton Facial Plastic Surgery 170 W. 106th St., Carmel, 317-614-0639

TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 96 EMILY HRISOMALOS, M.D. QDr Emily Hrisomalos Facial Plastic Surgery 1650 W. Oak St., Zionsville, 317-707-6470 RUCHIN PATEL , M.D., FACS QOtolaryngology Associates LLC 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-819-0044 TAHA SHIPCHANDLER, M.D. QIU Health Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-948-3223 DOMINIC VERNON, M.D. QIU Health Ear, Nose & Throat 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-944-6467

PAIN MEDICINE JOCELYN BUSH, M.D. QCenter for Pain ManagementIndianapolis 8805 N. Meridian St., 317-706-7246 ANDREW COOK, M.D. QCenter for Pain ManagementBrownsburg 7950 Ortho Ln., Brownsburg, 317-706-7246 CHRISTOPHER DORAN, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 120 Avon Marketplace, Avon, 317-396-1300 MICHAEL DORWART, M.D. QCenter for Pain Management-Downtown Indianapolis 202 N. Illinois St., 317-706-7246 NEIL FARREN, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 5492 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Brownsburg, 317-564-6800 ROBERT FUNK, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-228-7000 JONATHAN GENTILE, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 8040 Clearvista Dr., 317-342-2243 DAVID GORDON, M.D. QCenter for Pain ManagementIndianapolis 8805 N. Meridian St., 317-706-7246 LORI KIEFER, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 351 S. East St., 317-463-9950 SCOT T KIM, M.D. QCenter for Pain Management-Greenwood

533 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-706-7246 KEVIN MACADAEG, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-228-7000 ASHWIN MADUPU, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 765-283-0150 AARON NELSON, D.O. QHancock Pain Management Center 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-468-4090 DAVID RATZMAN, M.D. QAnesthesia Pain Consultants of IndianaDavid M. Ratzman, M.D. 8240 Naab Rd., 317-471-1400 TODD SCHMIDT, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 ASHLEY TOLBERT, M.D. QAmerican Pain Consortium-Center for Pain Management 533 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-706-3417 JOSHUA WELLINGTON, M.D. QCenter for Pain Management-Fishers 11594 Whistle Dr., Fishers, 317-706-7246 DERRON WILSON, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300

PAT H O LO GY AHMED AL-OMARI, M.D. QIU Health PhysiciansPathology Lab 350 W. 11th St., 317-491-6000 JAMIE DONNELLY, M.D. QAmeriPath-Indianapolis 2560 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-275-8000 ROBERT QUIREY, M.D. QAmeriPath-Indianapolis 2560 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-275-8000

NURCICEK PADEM, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Allergy & Asthma 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-948-7208 ANITA SIVAM, D.O. QInspire Allergy and Asthma 10255 Commerce Dr., Carmel, 317-663-9420 GIRISH VITALPUR, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Allergy & Immunology 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-948-7208

P E D I AT R I C CARDIOLOGY SAIF ALJEMMALI, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-3000 TIMOTHY CORDES, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cardiology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8906 ERIC EBENROTH, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cardiology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8906 MARK HOYER, M.D., FACC, FSCAI QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cardiology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8906 ANIL KUMAR, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-3000 SANJAY PARIKH, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-3000 MARCUS SCHAMBERGER, M.D. QRiley Children’s Health at Indiana University Health-Outpatient Center 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8906

MICHAEL SEVER, M.D. QAmeriPath-Indianapolis 2560 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-275-8000

LEONARD STEINBERG, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Heart Care 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-3000

P E D I AT R I C A L L E R GY

P E D I AT R I C

& IMMUNOLOGY

CRITICAL CARE

TOLLY EPSTEIN, M.D. QAllergy Partners of Central Indiana 9002 N. Meridian St., 317-542-3961

ANDREW BEARDSLEY, M.D. QPeyton Manning

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MEDICINE

Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-5230

Network-Pediatric Digestive Care 7400 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-2660

KAY SICHTING, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-5230

SHEELA DEIVANAYAGAM, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Digestive Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9450

P E D I AT R I C D E R M ATO LO GY ANITA HAGGSTROM, M.D., FAAD QIU Health Dermatology 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-944-7744 JENNA STREICHER, M.D., FAAD QIU Health Dermatology 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-944-7744

P E D I AT R I C ENDOCRINOLOGY JASON BUCKNER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-3100 ERIC CHANG, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-3100 NADINE HADDAD, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3889 HEBATULLAH ISMAIL , M.D. QRiley Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-3889 TODD NEBESIO, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3889 EMILY SIMS, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3889 MONA ZAWAIDEH, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2487

P E D I AT R I C GASTROENTEROLOGY MAJDI ABU-SALIH, M.D. QCommunity Physician

RACHEL DUNN, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Digestive Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9450 MARIAN PFEFFERKORN, M.D. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-3774 KANIKA PURI, M.D. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3774 ELIZABETH SCHAEFER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Digestive Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9450 STEVEN STEINER, M.D. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-3774 ERIC TIBESAR, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Digestive Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-9450 XIAOYI ZHANG, M.D. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3774

P E D I AT R I C H E M ATO LO GY & ONCOLOGY

KERRY HEGE, M.D., MS QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 SEETHAL JACOB, M.D., M.S., FAAP QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 MARISSA JUST, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 CHARLES NAKAR, M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000 KATHLEEN OVERHOLT, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 APRIL RAHRIG, D.O., M.S. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 ANGELI RAMPERSAD, M.D. QInnovative HematologyIndiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center 8326 Naab Rd., 317-871-0000 STEVEN RHODES, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143 JESSICA SEABORN, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143

JENNIFER BELSKY, D.O., M.S. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143

JODI SKILES, M.D., M.S. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143

DOUGLAS CIPKALA, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Cancer Care and Hematology 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-4673

BRIAN WEISS, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Hematology/ Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2143

TOP DOCTORS

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Neurosurgery

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Pain Medicine

Lori Kiefer, M.D.

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P E D I AT R I C INFECTIOUS

Pediatric Neurology 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-1600

DISEASE

P E D I AT R I C

CHRISTOPHER BELCHER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Carmel Pediatric Infectious Disease Care 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-8180

NEUROSURGERY LAURIE ACKERMAN, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Neurosurgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-6201

JOHN CHRISTENSON, M.D. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Infectious Diseases 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7260

JODI SMITH, M.D., PH.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurosurgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-0900

LINDSEY KIRKPATRICK, D.O. QIU HealthRiley Pediatric Infectious Disease 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-7260

CHARLES STEVENSON, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Neurosurgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-6280

P E D I AT R I C NEPHROLOGY DANIEL MCKENNEY, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Nephrology & Hypertension Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2487 CORINA NAILESCU, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Nephrology & Kidney Diseases 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-2563 ELIZABE TH SPIWAK, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Nephrology & Hypertension Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2487 MONA ZAWAIDEH, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Nephrology & Hypertension Center 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2487

P E D I AT R I C NEUROLOGY LAUREN JAMES, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurology 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-1600 LISA MCGUIRE, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurology 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-1600 JAMES PAPPAS, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis

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MONICA WEHBY, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Neurosurgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-0900

P E D I AT R I C OTOLARYNGOLOGY RONDA HAMAKER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6815 RICHARD MIYAMOTO, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6815

P E D I AT R I C P SYC H I AT RY JOHN DELANEY, M.D. QIU Health Psychiatry 6820 Parkdale Pl., 317-329-7300

Doctor’s advice “[When choosing a new doctor,] focus on their greeting. Oftentimes, the minute the provider walks in the room, you can learn a lot about them. How did they welcome you into their office or introduce themselves?” —Tronya Hawkins, Ascension St. Vincent & Respiratory Care 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-948-7208 NADIA KRUPP, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Allergy & Immunology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-948-7208 CHANDAR RAMANATHAN, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Lung Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2825 RAMINDRAJIT SUFI, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Lung Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2825 OLATUNJI WILLIAMS, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Lung Care 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-2825

P E D I AT R I C R H E U M ATO LO GY

LESLIE HULVERSHORN, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Child Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 1002 Wishard Blvd., 317-944-8162

SUSAN BALLINGER, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Rheumatology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-274-2172

JOANN PARK, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Child Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 1002 Wishard Blvd., 317-944-8162

REBECCA HETRICK, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Rheumatology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-274-2172

P E D I AT R I C

PULMONOLOGY

SLEEP MEDICINE

PI CHUN CHENG, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Pulmonology

LEYLA AKANLI, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis

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Pediatric Sleep Medicine 8220 Naab Rd., 317-415-9590

P E D I AT R I C S U R G E RY BRET T ENGBRECHT, M.D., MPH QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric General Surgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-8857 BRIAN GRAY, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric General Surgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-4681 EVAN KOKOSKA, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric General Surgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-8857 ALAN LADD, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric General Surgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-4681 FREDERICK RESCORLA, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric General Surgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-4681 CHAD WIESENAUER, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric General Surgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-8857

575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8896

9795 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-913-8100

MARTIN KAEFER, M.D., FAAP QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Urology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8896

ANITA FRIES, D.O. QHendricks Regional Health-Hendricks Pediatrics of Brownsburg 1080 N. Green St., Brownsburg, 317-799-0178

KIRSTAN MELDRUM, M.D. QRiley Children’s Health at Indiana University Health-Outpatient Center 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8896 ROSALIA MISSERI, M.D., FAAP QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Urology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8896 RICHARD RINK, M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Urology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-8896 BENJAMIN WHIT TAM, M.D., MS, ACS, FAAP QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Urology 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-944-8896

P E D I AT R I C S AMANDA BEACH, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Central Carmel Pediatrics 310 Medical Dr., Carmel, 317-415-5960 ELIZABETH BEACH, M.D., FAAP QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257 MEGAN CIACCIO, M.D. QJohnson Memorial Health-Main Campus 1125 W. Jefferson St., Franklin, 317-736-5515 BRIT TANI CORBISIERO, D.O. QFranciscan Health Family Medicine Center Indianapolis 5230 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-528-8921 ELIZABETH DODSON, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent 2001 W. 86th St., 317-338-5230 DANIELLE ERNEY, M.D., FAAP QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257

P E D I AT R I C U R O LO GY

JULIE FECHT, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care Fishers 8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-8953

MARK CAIN, M.D., FAAP QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Urology

EVA FREEMAN, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Fishers Pediatrics

RACHEL FUNDENBERGER, D.O. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Westfield Pediatrics 218 W. 161st St., Westfield, 317-582-9000 SARAH GANGADHAR, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Fishers Pediatrics 14540 Prairie Lakes Blvd. N., Noblesville, 317-578-4193 ANNA GILLEY, M.D., FAAP QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257 PAUL HALTER, M.D. QHancock Pediatrics 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenfield, 317-467-4500 BROGAN HAYDEN, M.D. QHendricks Pediatrics of Brownsburg 1080 N. Green St., Brownsburg, 317-799-0178 LAURA HOLLENBECK , M.D. QNorthpoint PediatricsCommunity Health Pavilion on 146th 9669 E. 146th St., Noblesville, 317-621-9000 JENNIFER LAYMAN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-621-6888 ALICIA LEEDY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-621-6888 JILL MAZUREK, M.D. QMeridian Pediatrics 12065 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-844-5351 SARAH MCCLAIN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine and Pediatric Care 8150 Oaklandon Rd., 317-621-1111 JIM MEGREMIS, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentZionsville Primary & Specialty Care 10801 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, 317-344-1234 JACQUELINE NTI, M.D., FAAP QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 100 SARAH OLVEY, D.O. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Central Carmel Pediatrics 310 Medical Dr., Carmel, 317-415-5960

CHELSIE TELLMAN, M.D. QGuardian Pediatrics 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-848-3040

SARAH PALMER, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care 12188A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-621-6888

SHANNON TIGHE, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Family Medicine and Pediatric Care 8150 Oaklandon Rd., 317-621-1111

KATHERINE PEDERSEN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentZionsville West Primary Care 51 N. Ford Rd., Zionsville, 317-973-3333 ROBERT RUDICEL , M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care Fishers 8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-8953 APPOLINIA “ABBY” STEPHENSON, M.D. QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257 ABDUL SYED, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Pediatric Care Fishers 8890 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-621-8953

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JENNIFER WALKER, M.D. QJane Pauley Community Health Center 7910 E. Washington St., 317-891-4794 LORI WEAN, M.D. QHancock Pediatrics 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-467-4500 KAREN WHEELER, M.D. QIU Health Primary Care 6866 W. Stonegate Dr., Zionsville, 317-768-6000

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & R E H A B I L I TAT I O N VIRGILIO CHAN, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 RYAN DILL , M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 CARRIE GOULD, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Spine Center South 555 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-497-2100 CHRISTINE GROVES, M.D., MPH QIU Health Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 355 W. 15th St., 317-948-0200

DANIELLE WIESE, M.D., FAAP QCarmel Pediatrics 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7257

WILLIAM HALL , M.D. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575

ALLISON WIESMAN, M.D. QHancock Pediatrics 300 E. Boyd Ave., Greenﬁeld, 317-467-4500

VINCE HUME, D.O. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000

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SACHIN MEHTA, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-8494 RONALD MILLER, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 ANAND NAVARASALA, D.O., FAAPMR QFranciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-8494 MARK OSBORNE, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000 NATHAN PRAHLOW, M.D. QIU Health-Health Spine Program 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy., Avon, 317-217-2225 ABHISHEK REDDY, D.O. QFranciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation

& Spine Specialists Indianapolis 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-8494 RICHARD ROSALES, M.D., MBA QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 KEVIN SIGUA, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St., Brownsburg, 317-802-2000

PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY JOHN AKER, M.D. QMy Plastic Surgery Group 11450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-848-5512 SEWIT AMDE, M.D. QHancock Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2699 DI BECKMAN, M.D. QMy Plastic Surgery Group

11450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-848-5512 JASON BLOCKSOM, M.D. QPeyton Manning Children’s-Indianapolis Pediatric Plastic Surgery 8402 Harcourt Rd., 317-338-6713 GREGORY BORSCHEL , M.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Plastic Surgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3636 RIESA BURNET T, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Plastic and Reconstructive Care 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-338-8788 ADAM COHEN, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Plastic & Reconstructive Surgical Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-2200 RACHEL DANFORTH, M.D. QIU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-3636

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 102 JEFFREY GIBBS, M.D. QAscension St. VincentBurn Center 8333 Naab Rd., 317-338-4400 JESSICA GILLESP IE, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-7650 ELIZABE TH GRASEE, M.D. QCarmel Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons 12425 Old Meridian St., Carmel, 317-520-8924 IVAN HADAD, M.D. QIU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 1001 W. 10th St., 317-944-3636 MARK HAMILTON, M.D. QHamilton Facial Plastic Surgery 170 W. 106th St., Carmel, 317-614-0639 JUSTIN HART, D.O. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Plastic and Reconstructive Care

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ALADDIN HASSANEIN, M.D. QIUSCC Hematology Clinic 1030 W. Michigan St., 317-944-0920

ROBERT PAUL , M.D., M.S. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Plastic and Reconstructive Care 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-338-8788

EMILY HRISOMALOS, M.D. QDr Emily Hrisomalos Facial Plastic Surgery 1650 W. Oak St., Zionsville, 317-707-6470 EUGENE HSIAO, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Plastic & Reconstructive Surgical Care 8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-2200 CHRISTINE KELLEY, M.D. QMeridian Plastic Surgeons 170 W. 106th St., 317-575-0330 PETER KUNZ, M.D. QMinimally Invasive Aesthetic Surgery 11725 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-688-5900 MARY LESTER, M.D. QIU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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JAIME RANIERI, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons 8051 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-7650 ASHLEY ROBEY, M.D. QRobey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine 12760 Meeting House Rd., Carmel, 317-427-6395 IAN SANDO, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentCarmel Plastic and Reconstructive Care 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-338-8788 BRANDON SPECHT, D.O. QTurkle & Associates 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-848-0001

LEIGH SPERA, M.D. QIU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 1001 W. 10th St., 317-944-3636

8040 Clearvista Pkwy., 317-621-2520

SUNIL THOLPADY, M.D., PH.D. QIU Health-Riley Pediatric Plastic Surgery 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-944-3636

CHRISTOPHER BOJRAB, M.D. QIndiana Health Group 703 Pro-Med Ln., Carmel, 317-843-9922

JOSHUA TIEMAN, M.D. QAzure Plastic Surgery & Med Spa 14300 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel, 317-214-5795

HEATHER FRETWELL , M.D. QEskenazi HealthSandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center 5610 Crawfordsville Rd., 317-880-8491

JANET TURKLE, M.D. QTurkle & Associates 11455 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-848-0001 BRUCE VAN NAT TA, M.D. QDr. Bruce Van Natta, MD 170 W. 106th St., 317-575-0330 R.J. VONDERHAAR, M.D. QIU Health Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 11725 N. Illinois St., 317-944-3636 JEFFREY WAGNER, M.D. QWagner & Associates

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BEN MCALLISTER, D.O. QHancock Health-RISE Recovery & Wellness 120 W. McKenzie Rd., Greenﬁeld, 317-468-4231 CHRISTINE NEGENDANK, M.D. QCenterstone 5839 E. Washington St., 877-882-5122 ASHLEY OVERLEY, M.D. QEskenazi HealthSandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-0000

R A D I AT I O N ONCOLOGY NAMITA AGRAWAL , M.D. QIU Health Joe & Shelly Schwarz Cancer Center 11645 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 317-688-4800 SANDEEP BHAVE, M.D. QCancer Care Group, P.C.-Franciscan Health Indianapolis Cancer Center 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-5171 JULIA COMPTON, M.D. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273 THOMAS DUGAN, M.D. QCancer Care Group, P.C.-Ascension St. Vincent Oncology Center-Indianapolis 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6760 JESSICA DURK, M.D. QAscension St. VincentCancer Care and Radiation Oncology 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6760

TOP DOCTORS LIST MICHAEL EATON, M.D. QCancer Care Group, P.C.-Franciscan Health Indianapolis Cancer Center 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-5171 STANLEY GIVENS, M.D. QCancer Care Group, P.C.-Hendricks Regional Health Cancer Center-Avon 8244 E. U.S. Hwy. 36, Avon, 317-272-3636

Doctor’s advice “There’s still a lot of stigma around mental health … We’re there to help you overcome that … No matter what, you always have a choice in how your treatment is approached. At the beginning of a ﬁrst meeting, a good mental healthcare provider will ask, ‘Do you have a preference on therapy styles?’ Once I explain the differences, people usually have a very clear preference.” —Dr. Heather Fretwell, Eskenazi Health

OMAR ISHAQ , M.D. QIU Health Radiation Medicine 535 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-2524 CHRISTOPHER LEAGRE, M.D. QAscension St. VincentCancer Care and Radiation Oncology 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6760 ROBERT LIEBROSS, M.D. QAscension St. VincentCancer Care and Radiation Oncology 8301 Harcourt Rd., 317-415-6760 MARK LOBO, M.D. QCancer Care Group,

P.C.-Franciscan Health Indianapolis Cancer Center 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-865-5171 PRISCILLA STUMPF, M.D. QHancock HealthSue Ann Wortman Cancer Center 801 N. State St., Greenﬁeld, 317-325-2273 WILLIAM TURCHAN, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center East-Radiation Oncology 1500 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-5347 DANIEL WEED, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer Center North-Radiation Oncology 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-4300

REPRODUCTIVE E N D O C R I N O LO GY/ INFERTILITY BRADFORD BOPP, M.D. QMidwest Fertility Specialists 12188-A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-571-1637

WILLIAM GENTRY, M.D. QAdvanced Fertility Group 7830 McFarland Blvd., 317-817-1300 CHRISTIN HUR, M.D. QIndiana Fertility Institute 10610 N. Pennsylvania St., Carmel, 317-575-6565 KATE O’LEARY, M.D. QMidwest Fertility Specialists 12188-A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-571-1637 MAT THEW WILL , M.D. QMidwest Fertility Specialists 12188-A N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-571-1637

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 105 Rheumatology 575 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-274-2172 AUDREY DEVINE, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkRheumatology Care 1270 N. Post Rd., 317-355-7690 JAMES EHLICH JR., M.D. QFranciscan Health Rheumatology & Osteoporosis Specialists 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-888-1467 STEVEN HUGENBERG, M.D. QIU Health Rheumatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-1000 SHWETA KISHORE, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkRheumatology Care 6905 E. 96th St., 317-621-1510 GABRIEL KOUSOUROU, D.O. QIndiana Internal Medicine Consultants 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2860

TAMARA NELSON, M.D. QIU Health Rheumatology 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy., Carmel, 317-944-1000 SARAH PERRYMAN, D.O. QPerryman Rheumatology 5540 Pebble Village Ln., Noblesville, 3 17-900-4060 RANDALL REED, M.D. QRheumatology Associates, P.C. & Osteoporosis Center 8902 N. Meridian St., 317-844-6444 FAHD SAEED, M.D. QCommunity Physician NetworkRheumatology Care 6905 E. 96th St., 317-621-1510 METHEE SRIVATANA, D.O. QCommunity Physician NetworkRheumatology Care 6905 E. 96th St., 317-621-1510 NAGADARSHINI VINOD, M.D. QIU Health Rheumatology 550 N. University Blvd., 317-944-1000

CHRISTOPHER WU, M.D. QRheumatology Associates, P.C. & Osteoporosis Center 8902 N. Meridian St., 317-844-6444

SLEEP MEDICINE AKUDO ANOKWUTE, M.D. QDreamland Health & Wellness 9240 N. Meridian St., 317-930-1586 STEPHANIE ASHRAF, M.D. QEskenazi HealthEskenazi Health Center West 38th Street 5515 W. 38th St., 317-880-3838 ADAM LENET, M.D. QRichard L. Roudebush Veterans’ Administration Medical Center 1481 W. 10th St., 317-554-0000 NINOTCHKA SIGUA, M.D. QRichard L. Roudebush Veterans’ Administration Medical Center 1481 W. 10th St., 317-554-0000

Doctor’s advice “Number one is don’t be afraid to speak up. Ask questions, no matter what care setting you’re in. Make sure you understand your diagnosis and the available options. Then, tell your healthcare provider what matters most to you.” —Dr. Kariuki Murage, Franciscan Health Indianapolis

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TOP DOCTORS LIST ABHINAV SINGH, M.D., MPH, FAASM, D.ABIM-SM QCenter for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine 701 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 317-885-2334 JAMES ZHANG, M.D., PH.D. QHancock Neurology & Neurodiagnostics One Memorial Square, Greenﬁeld, 317-477-6387

SPINE SURGERY BARRET T BOODY, M.D. QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-428-5027 JOHN DEPOWE LL , M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 JOHN DIETZ JR., M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital 8402 N. Harcourt Rd., 317-802-2000 GABRIEL JACKSON, M.D. QOrthoIndy Brownsburg 9070 E. 56th St.,

Brownsburg, 317-802-2000 M. CRAIG MCMAINS, M.D., FAAOS QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000 JEAN-PIERRE MOBASSER, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 KEVIN O’NEILL , M.D., MS QOrthoIndy Northwest 8450 Northwest Blvd., 317-802-2000 ERIC POT TS, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and Spine 13345 Illinois St., Carmel, 317-396-1300 GREG POULTER, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000 DAVID SCHWARTZ, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital 8402 N. Harcourt Rd., 317-802-2000

JASON YE, M.D., MBA QIndiana Spine Group 13225 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-564-6830

JACKLYN KIEFER, D.O. QCommunity Physician Network-Orthopedic Specialty Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-2050

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MAT THEW LAVERY, M.D. QOrthoIndy Greenwood 1260 Innovation Pkwy., Greenwood, 317-802-2000

MEDICINE BLAKE AVERILL , M.D., CAQSM QFranciscan Physician Network Sports Medicine SpecialistsStones Crossing 1703 W. Stones Crossing Rd., Greenwood, 317-781-1133 KILE CARTER, M.D. QCentral Indiana Orthopedics 14300 E. 138th St., Fishers, 800-622-6575 AMY CORRIGAN, D.O. QAscension St. VincentSports Performance 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel, 317-415-5747 DAVID HARSHA, M.D., CAQSM, FAAFP, RMSK QHendricks Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 1000 E. Main St., Danville, 317-718-4676

JOSEPH RICHARDVILLE, M.D., CAQSM QFranciscan Physician Network Sports Medicine Specialists Carmel 12188B N. Meridian St., 317-781-1133 TROY ROBERSON, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

JENNA WALLS, M.D. QFranciscan Physician Network Sports Medicine Specialists Indianapolis 5255 E. Stop 11 Rd., 317-781-1133

THORACIC SURGERY ANTHONY ASCIOTI, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600 DUYKHANH CEPPA, M.D. QIU Health Cardiothoracic Surgery 545 Barnhill Dr., 317-944-7728

JONATHAN SHOOK, M.D. QOrthoIndy at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel 13430 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-802-2000

KENNETH KESLER, M.D. QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer CenterThoracic Surgical Care 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-887-7968

MICHAEL THIEKEN, M.D. QOrthoIndy Fishers 10995 N. Allisonville Rd., Fishers, 317-802-2000

VIJAY NUTHAKKI, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis

Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600 ASHISH PULIKAL , M.D., FACS QCommunity MD Anderson Cancer CenterThoracic Surgical Care 7979 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-887-7968 JOHN STOREY, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 8075 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-621-8640 NAKUL VALSANGKAR, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600

UROGYNECOLOGY RAMZY BURNS, M.D. QIU Health Urology 13100 E. 136th St., Fishers, 765-694-1002

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TOP DOCTORS LIST CONTINUED FROM PAGE 107 KATHRYN COPELAND, M.D., FACOG QUrology of Indiana 11380 Illinois St., Carmel, 877-362-2778 SAMEENA RAO, M.D., FACOG QUrology of Indiana 120 Avon Marketplace, Avon, 877-362-2778

UROLOGY HELEN BERNIE, D.O. QIU Health Urology 11725 N. Illinois St., Carmel, 765-694-1002 K.C. CARY, M.D., MPH, MBA QIU Health Urology 535 Barnhill Dr., 765-694-1002 MICHAEL LARGE, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 14300 138th St., Fishers, 877-362-2778 KRISTEN MAATMAN, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 11380 Illinois St., Carmel, 877-362-2778

SCOT T PIKE, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 11380 Illinois St., Carmel, 877-362-2778

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CHARLES POWELL , M.D. QIU Health Urology 535 N. Barnhill Dr., 765-694-1002

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CHAD REICHARD, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 11380 Illinois St., Carmel, 877-362-2778 JOSHUA RING, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 11380 Illinois St., Carmel, 877-362-2778 WILLIAM SCHWAB, M.D. QUrology of Indiana 679 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 877-362-2778 JASON SPRUNGER, M.D., FACS QUrology of Indiana 679 E. County Line Rd., Greenwood, 877-362-2778 MAT THEW TELLMAN, M.D. QUrology of Indiana

VASCULAR/ RADIOLOGY KRISHNA AMULURU, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300 ANDREW DENARDO, M.D. QGoodman Campbell Brain and SpineAscension St. Vincent Hospital 8333 Naab Rd., 317-396-1300 JOSHUA DOWELL , M.D., PH.D., FSIR QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-621-5555 KAREN EHRMAN, M.D., FSIR QRadiology of Indiana 9998 Crosspoint Blvd., 317-579-2150 VINCENT FLANDERS, M.D.

QAscension Medical Group St. Vincent-Carmel Interventional Radiology 10590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-583-7700

SANJAY MOHINDRA, M.D. QIndiana Vascular Surgery Center 2140 N. Capitol Ave., 317-644-1404 KANNAN NATARAJAN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600 RAJA RAMASWAMY, M.D. QFranciscan Health Indianapolis 8111 S. Emerson Ave., 317-528-5000

VASCULAR SURGERY DANIELLE CAMPBELL , M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Interventional Radiology,

Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600 DEEPAK GUT TIKONDA, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-7220 RANDY IRWIN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentVeinSolutions 13450 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-582-7676 HARI KUMAR, M.D. QCommunity Physician Network-Heart and Vascular Care 1400 N. Ritter Ave., 317-355-7220 BRENT MARSDEN, M.D. QAscension Medical Group St. VincentIndianapolis Interventional Radiology, Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery 8433 Harcourt Rd., 317-583-7600 RICHARD OFSTEIN, M.D.

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Big Lug Filling Station TAPROOM Vestiges of this Garfield Park property’s original gas station aesthetic add some visual whimsy to owner Eddie Sahm’s indoor-outdoor taproom. The menu focuses on pizzas, baked sandwiches, and shareable appetizers like cognac-sauteed stuffed mushroom caps, spice-rubbed and oven-baked Ricky Bobby wings, and a meatball baba ganoush that comes with focaccia crostini. 2310 Shelby St., 317-991-4089, biglugfillingstation.com $$ NEW

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And don’t overlook the cook-at-home sausages, from Spanish-style chorizo to Argentinean black sausage. 3124 W. 16th St., 317-737-2012, chechori.com $$

Cheeky Bastards BRITISH With crumpets, scones, and a jawdropping breakfast fry-up, not to mention afternoon teas and plenty of benedicts and bacon and egg baps, Hope Lane and Robert Carmack’s homage to all things British has long been a daytime destination. In recent years, it’s also evolved into a place for a rib-sticking, midevening supper. Golden fried halloumi with an especially smooth and refined aioli, as well as a house salad with black currant vinaigrette and a less-hefty-than-expected Scotch egg are all reasons to stop in any time to practice your Cockney or Geordie over a pint. 11210 Fall Creek $$$ Rd., 317-288-9739, cbindy.com

THAI This family-owned restaurant bills Cholita MODERN CANTINA A 2026 evolution of the itself first as a “craft cocktail bar,” and longtime Broad Ripple favorite pairs its funfor good reason: Its drinks are some of times tacos, smashed guacamole, the prettiest in town. Its vaunted and margaritas with a more menu also shines, with prettily ambitious, chef-driven menu and plated takes on Thai and dinner series helmed by chef pan-Asian classics. 922 SMALL Greg Howe and chef de cuisine Massachusetts Ave., 317-941-6595, BITE Felix Isauro. The lineup leans bodhi-indy.com $$$$ into ceviches, crudos, aguachiles, seasonal vegetables, and LatinBonge’s Tavern inspired small plates, often AMERICANA Opened in the 1930s highlighting Indiana farms and Franklin’s Hillview near the rush of the White River, purveyors. 1001 Broad Ripple Ave., Country Club Bonge’s Tavern has been a part of 317-389-5555, cholitatacos opened its new Indiana dining history for more .com $$$ on-site restaurant, than 90 years. Grab a reservation 1926 Chophouse, Convivio long before you plan to go—they in August. The food ITALIAN With a menu that traces go quick—and arrive early is locally sourced, the geographical regions in Italy, enough to tailgate in the parking featuring meats this is not your average red-sauce lot with other diners, a Bonge’s from Indiana’s joint. The pasta is all made intradition worth keeping. 9830 W. Fischer Farms. house, and its Neapolitan-style 280 N, Perkinsville, 765-734-1625, 1800 E. King St., pizzas are served blistered and bongestavern.com $$$ Franklin, hot from an imported Italian 317-868-8228 The Bosphorus pizza oven. An accessible and TURKISH This colorful cafe Italian-heavy wine list makes celebrates the cuisine of the Middle East, picking a bottle for the table a pleasure. Greece, and the Eastern Mediterranean. Silky, 11529 Spring Mill Rd., Carmel, 317-564-4670, tahini-rich hummus is a must, alongside convivioindy.com $$$ exemplary falafel, creamy eggplant salsa, Corridor and borek—buttery phyllo stuffed with feta LUNCH At the end of 2024, Erin Kem and parsley. 935 S. East St., 317-974-1770, BR and Logan McMahan briefly shuttered thebosphoruscafe.com $$$ 2026 SoBro favorite Nicole-Taylor’s Pasta + Cafe Patachou Market + Backroom Eatery, which they had CAFE The so-called “student union for adults” purchased a few years before. After a remodel, continues to draw in the morning crowds and they reopened the space as Corridor, a has inspired citywide offshoots. The wait for a lunchtime restaurant dedicated to the flavors of weekend table can be brutal (but is worth it), as the Mediterranean, North African, and Arab the cinnamon toast remains as thick as a brick, worlds. The handmade pasta Nicole-Taylor’s the produce is still locally sourced, the massive built its fame on remains, as does a tightly omelets continue to have cheeky names, and edited market of specialty goods. Also intact is the broken-yolk sandwiches are a perennial the restaurant’s chef’s table, a four-figure group lunch favorite. Multiple locations, 317-222-3538, reservation that’s one of the hottest dining cafepatachou.com $$ tickets in town. 1134 E. 54th St., 317-257-7374, $$$ corridorindy.com BR 2026

9th Street Bistro CONTEMPORARY Samir and Rachel Firestone Mohammad’s tiny seasonal innovator continues to delight diners who secure a coveted reservation. A standby at collaborative wine dinners and dining festivals, its take on globally inspired Midwestern flavors has served as an influence for a number of other restaurants on this list. A community dinner series focused on local farmstead ingredients continues to sell out. 56 S. 9th St., Noblesville, 317-774-5065, 9thstbistro.com $$$$ BR 2026

Anthony’s Chophouse STEAKHOUSE The interior of this swanky heavy hitter has the polished gleam of a Vegas hotel, with an upper-level lounge containing the salvaged mahogany bar from The Glass Chimney, another fine dining legend. The food has equal flourish. Lobster bisque with a hunk of tempura-fried meat begins a meal that might include a cowgirl ribeye, a flight of filets, or a domestic wagyu burger. Take note—the steak menu also lists a spinalis. You may never eat another steak this perfect. Black-suited servers and well-composed cocktails keep the high-dollar meal running smoothly. 201 W. Main St., Carmel, 317-740$$$$ 0900, anthonyschophouse.com

Apicio Ristorante & Enoteca ITALIAN Chef Emilio Cento applies his more than three decades of restaurant experience to this upscale Italian spot featuring fresh pasta and Roman-style pizza alongside extravagant chef’s creations like a rich and creamy squid-ink pasta tossed with shrimp, lobster, and crab and a decadent stuffed beef filet. 3311 S. U.S. Hwy. 421, Zionsville, 317-344-0100, apicioindy.com $$$

Beholder

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himself as a renegade, but the consistent excellence of his restaurant, Beholder, suggests the chef/owner is becoming Indy’s fine dining standard-bearer, not its outsider. Between the urban chic dining room and the two glossy bars (one by the mixologist, the other

restaurant offers a selection of traditional butterflied-sausage sandwiches and warm empanadas filled with seasoned meats. Make sure to pick up the house-made dulce de leche, which is sold by the jar, as well as its churros and specialty Argentinian shortbread cookies.

AMERICANA Owner Jon Carlos Rangel describes this food and drinks endeavor on the west end of the Factory Arts District as a modern take on the great American diner. It’s open 12 hours a day, seven days a week, offering breakfast options as well

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as small plates and family-style dining in the evening. Sturdy yet fluffy savory churros come mingled with flaked Verlasso salmon and a cooling, oniony creme fraiche. “Birria” mandu, Korean-style dumplings in a bold soy consommé, are filled with ground pork, not the expected beef or lamb. Options for vegetarians include heirloom carrots alchemized into tasty “pastrami.” 1125 Massachusetts Ave., 317-390$$ 4002, daisybarindy.com

Diavola PIZZA Pies emerge expertly bubbled and charred from a centerpiece brick oven. Ingredients are simple but top-shelf, with herbs and produce grown in the owner’s nearby garden. Gluten-free pizzas, made with a house blend of flours, are spectacular. 1134 E. 54th St., 317-820-5100, diavola.net $$

Fernando’s Mexican & Brazilian Cuisine MEXICAN AND BRAZILIAN This restaurant built a loyal following in Broad Ripple, then in 2025 expanded to Mass Ave, allowing the business—known for sharp, upscale takes on standards—to come into its own. An order of Sinaloa Tacos at the bar remains one of the city’s greatest treats, and the Crawfish Quesadilla is a brilliant marriage of Midwestern and Latin flavors. 6320 Ferguson St., 317-377-4779; 888 Massachusetts Ave., 317-771$$$ 6653; fernandosindy.com BR 2026

Field Brewing BREWPUB This Westfield addition to the local

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for its mod fixtures and bocce ball court that spans the familyfriendly outdoor space, but the menu is as daring as it is easy to pair with the house brews. Its event space is simple-chic and full of natural light, available (with reservations) for special receptions and birthdays—or just for big family and friend gatherings. 303 E. Main St., Westfield, 317-804-9780, $$$ fieldbrewing.com

The Fountain Room SUPPER CLUB This glitzy art deco

SMALL BITE

SECOND BREAKFAST Noblesville’s Bocado Brunch & Te’Kila has claimed the historic SoBro spot that most recently housed Root & Bone for its next restaurant location. 4601 N. College Ave., bocadobt.com

restaurant is arguably the crown jewel of the Bottleworks area, with enough marble, terrazzo, and chandeliers to outfit Jay Gatsby’s West Egg mansion. Like Fitzgerald’s doomed millionaire, the Fountain Room speaks to the aspirational crowd with a showy lineup of steaks, seafood, and cocktails, as well as Midwestern stick-toyour-ribs sides. 830 Massachusetts Ave., 463-2383800, thefountainroom.com $$$$

Gather 22 CASUAL Indoor/outdoor living is the name

of the game at Gather 22, which marries coowner Pablo Gonzalez’s California roots with life and business partner Adam Reinstrom’s Hoosier upbringing. A stylish dining room makes way for a sweeping bar, backed by a huge outdoor (and dog-friendly) area. The menu is equally vibey, with a global menu of

dishes. True to its name, the restaurant was conceived by its owners as a social center for the neighborhood, with public events and gatherings multiple times a month. 22 E. 22nd St., 317-258$$ 2222, gather22.com

Goose the Market SANDWICHES Indy’s best

sandwiches might be at this unassuming fish counter and butcher shop. The key may be brevity, as only three sandwiches—the ham and mozzarella Goose, the threemeat Batali, and the vegetarian or vegan Gander (mozzarella, romaine, pickled onions, and giardiniera)—are in regular rotation. That laser focus makes for sandwiches that beat the competition. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, or you can grab your treats to go. 2503 N. Delaware St., 317-924-4944, goosethemarket $$ .com

Harrison’s ITALIAN After a multimillion-dollar renovation, the former Regions Bank on Delaware Street has been transformed into a sit-down restaurant by owner Bill Pritt, whose FortyFive Degrees sushi bar and Metro nightclub are mainstays of Mass Ave’s dining and dancing scene. Pritt took menu inspiration from shuttered North Keystone restaurant Marco’s, beloved for its homey pasta recipes and “cheap meat” night;

that spot’s signature lasagna and ham-andcheese-stuffed Chicken a la Marco can be found here. 555 N. Delaware St., 317-826-7361, harrisonsindy.com $$

TIKI The menu at this bar goes well beyond the typical snacks, and its roster of tropically inspired cocktails is truly next level. All the classics are there, as is a long list of inventive original concoctions. 902 Virginia Ave., 317-4262343, theinfernoroom.com $$

shoulder, to stuffed chickens are sold by the pound at this house of hearty plates. Firsttimers should go for a family-style dinner starting with an assortment of cold spreads like thick and garlicky baba ghanoush and vibrant tabbouleh salad. Empanada-like sambousek pastries filled with spiced ground beef are standouts among hot starters. For dessert, a wedge of baklava with a welcome undertone of rosewater and a scoop of vanilla ice cream is the best bet. 8594 E. 116th St., Fishers, 317-567-4021, kanoon-indiana.com $$$

Izakaya Japanese Restaurant

Kountry Kitchen

HIBACHI Take a seat at the hibachi for an object

SOUL FOOD This cozy soul food spot hits all the

lesson in Japanese grilling, with dishes that span land and sea cooked before your very eyes. A sushi list gives equal attention to sashimi, nigiri, and huge and inventive rolls, while a kids menu includes noodles, katsu, and tempura for the small set. 7325 E. 96th St., 317-915-8988, $$$ indyizakaya.com

classics, including greens, mac and cheese, and deep-fried mains. Its engaging servers, who are happy to linger and chat, are what keep us coming back. 1831 N. College Ave., 317-635-6000, $$$ kountrykitchenindy.com

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Juniper on Main LOWCOUNTRY This Southern coastal charmer’s

lunch and dinner menu offers the standard seafood, salads, and boils—then surprises us all with a lineup of tacos that are a lot of fun. High chairs and booster seats are in abundance, and a kids menu moves well beyond the standard grilled cheese and nuggets. 110 E. Main St., Carmel, 317-591-9254, juniperonmain.com $$$

Kanoon Smoked Meat & Steakhouse

CONTEMPORARY A luscious comfort food

menu delivers top-shelf versions of dishes such as mushroom-stuffed half chicken under-a-brick, tagliatelle pasta loaded with pork Bolognese, and crispy chicken-fried oysters. Fully loaded potatoes Minneapolis is the essential side dish, as is the sticky toffee pudding for dessert. 8605 River Crossing Blvd., 317-663-8063, lateharvestkitchen.com $$$

The Lawrence AMERICAN FARMSTEAD Housed in a relocated

MIDDLE EASTERN SMOKEHOUSE Smoked meats

ranging from beef short ribs, to bone-in lamb

historic barn, this captivating restaurant near the Purdue University campus specializes in polished-up Hoosier fare, including sweet

potato Parker House rolls, beef and noodles with yakisoba and pulled short rib, and a lightly sweet olive oil cake with orange-scented whipped cream. 150 McCutcheon Dr., West Lafayette, 765-690-1020, thelawrencerestaurant .com $$$

The Loft Restaurant FINE DINING With its pastoral setting on the grounds of an artisanal dairy farm, Traders Point Creamery’s farmstead restaurant (housed in one of several restored historic barns) feels like a working model for farm-to-table dining. Some of the ingredients on the menu are grown on-site, and grass-fed Niman Ranch steaks, seasonal fish and seafood, and house-made yeast rolls are always solid choices, as is the burger. 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville, 317-733-1700, traderspointcreamery.com $$$

Macizo LATIN If there were an award for the cheeriest eatery by first-time restaurateurs, this Peruvian-Mexican charmer would win hands down. Owners Luz and Omar Gonza have created an atmosphere of bright colors and hip beats that align perfectly with the fruit-forward beer and wine cocktails at the cozy bar. The vibrantly plated food completes the scene: Tiradito, luscious slices of tuna with citrusy leche de tigre, is a must for fresh seafood fans, and Sopa Criolla with beef and a runny egg, along with creamy Pasta Huancaina with hearty lomo saltado sauce are perfect Peruvian comfort foods. 6335 Intech Commons Dr.. 463-202-2853, macizo restaurant.com $$$ BR 2026

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Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar

Pronto by Iozzo’s

ITALIAN Straw-wrapped chianti bottles, wooden

ITALIAN MARKET This Iozzo Hospitality Group

cross-back chairs, and family photos give a throwback trattoria feel to this addition to the city’s Italian scene. Meatballs from a family recipe with a solid house marinara are always a good choice. Pastas range from a straightforward toss of rigatoni with sausage and broccoli rabe to a rich, three-meat Bolognese lavished atop plump gnocchi. 1103 Prospect St., 317-982-7676, maialinaindy.com $$$$

restaurant-retail combo channels the easygoing charm of an Italian cafe, offering espresso, breakfast pastries, focaccia sandwiches, soups, charcuterie, wine, cocktails, and a rotation of gelato flavors. 915 S. Meridian St., 317-974-0711, prontobyiozzos.com $$

Marrakesh Moroccan Cuisine & Bar MOROCCAN A refined seasonal menu features aromatic tagines, seafood-rich bisque Atlantique, and spice-driven cocktails. Special earthenware vessels enhance the immersive experience. 4923 N. College Ave., 317-600-3039, marrakesh-indy.com $$$

Monti Aperitivo & Cucina ITALIAN Inspired by owner Francesco Settanni’s Pugliese roots, this stylish restaurant brings a refreshingly authentic taste of regional Italy to Fountain Square. Hand-rolled pastas, airy focaccia, saffron-scented arancini, whole branzino, and succulent lamb chops are among the menu highlights. The cocktail menu leans into Italy’s aperitivo culture and includes several nice low-ABV options. 1110 Shelby St., 317-602-2037, monti.us $$$ BR 2026

Natural State Provisions DOG FRIENDLY A hybrid dive bar, restaurant,

and dog park, Natural State is a fun and funky neighborhood spot for wings, sandwiches, house-made soft serve, and a cold craft beer. A solid mixed crowd of families, hipsters, kids, and pups (which must remain outdoors) makes for a fun and welcoming environment. 414 Dorman St., 317-492-9887, naturalstateprovisions $$ .com

Niku SUSHI An airy dining room sets the stage at this omakase steakhouse for pristine sashimi, inventive sushi rolls, and indulgent entrees such as miso-marinated Chilean sea bass and charcoal-grilled spinalis ribeye. Don’t miss the melt-in-your-mouth pork chashu buns, a theatrical lychee martini, or the raspberry panna cotta for a sweet finish. 11543 Sylo Crossing, Zionsville, 317-973-8091, niku-sushi .com $$$$ NEW

Oakleys Bistro CONTEMPORARY Steven Oakley’s meticulously

plated fare hails from a culinary era when sprigs of herbs and puddles of purees provided the flavor, and every single element on the plate served a purpose. The presentations are wild, with menu descriptions giving little more than clues as to what might arrive at the table. Heads-up on anything that appears in quotes, such as a creative “Coq au Vin.” 1464 W. 86th St., 317-824-1231, oakleysbistro.com $$$$

Petite Chou

Rick’s Cafe Boatyard SEAFOOD You don’t have to be a Parrothead

to appreciate the pontoon-life allure of Eagle Creek’s waterside restaurant with its breezy dining room on stilts over the Dandy Trail boat slips. The menu gets creative with all the casual dining tropes, mixing smoked salmon nachos and chicken cordon bleu fingers in with the jumbo shrimp martinis. With a full menu of mules, tropical cocktails, and nonalcoholic concoctions, this is also a great spot for a couple of snacks and a drink or two at sunset. 4050 Dandy Trail, 317-290-9300, ricksboatyard.com $$$

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Vida PRIX FIXE Don’t be intimidated by the menu. Though diners are restricted to a six-course tasting affair or a four-course dinner, even within that structure, options abound—there are fully vegetarian menus for both choices, and allergies and dietary restrictions are thoughtfully accommodated. Ingredients are sourced as locally as possible. Its wine list might be Indy’s finest, as the restaurant uses a special Coravin extraction system to open rare and unexpected bottles for a single glass. 601 E. New York St., 317-420-2323, vida-restaurant.com $$$$ BR 2026

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Vicino ITALIAN More than filling Mass Ave’s pasta needs, this modern, colorful trattoria from the owners of The Oakmont measures up to some of the best Italian spots anywhere in the city. New seating and light fixtures add a brighter

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“Blending healthcare courses and business courses has set me on a path to achieve my goals. The science courses are laying the foundation for me to perform well in medical school while my business courses are giving me ﬁnancial awareness, leadership experience, and decision-making skills.”

“I feel really prepared for my career because Miami University has opened so many doors for me. From the connections that I’ve been building here, the material that I’m learning, and the professors that I’ve been able to learn from.”

The future of healthcare needs business leaders too Today’s biggest challenges don’t ﬁt neatly into a single major. That’s why You+Business allows Miami students to combine business with healthcare, technology, engineering, the arts, and more — building the skills to lead in any industry.

START HERE: MiamiOH.edu/ypb