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Novant Health Surgeons Shine in Newsweek's Top Rankings

12/2/2025

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Novant Health heart surgeons in Wilmington, North Carolina, were named to Newsweek's 2025 list of America’s Leading Doctors for cardiothoracic surgery.
Dr. Peter Kane of Novant Health ranked 12th of 185, the highest position among North Carolina doctors.
Dr. Bill Smith, clinical physician executive at Novant Health, expressed pride and noted rankings were based on physician performance data, peer recommendations, quality scores, and certifications.

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Novant Health heart surgeons in Wilmington, North Carolina, were named to Newsweek's 2025 list of America’s Leading Doctors for cardiothoracic surgery.
Dr. Peter Kane of Novant Health ranked 12th of 185, the highest position among North Carolina doctors.
Dr. Bill Smith, clinical physician executive at Novant Health, expressed pride and noted rankings were based on physician performance data, peer recommendations, quality scores, and certifications.