Patients' Choice ranks Denver Dr. Michael Keller among top reviewed physicians

Dr. Michael Keller of Denver, CO has been ranked among the top physicians in the nation based on patient reviews.

A select few physicians were honored with the prestigious 2011 Patients' Choice Award, and this year they include Dr. Michael Keller.

Only doctors who have received top scores by their patients and pass other quality measures are awarded the Patients' Choice Award. In fact, of the nation's 720,000 active physicians, just 5 percent were accorded this honor in 2011.

Every month, millions of patients across the U.S. access websites like Vitals (http://www.vitals.com) to share feedback about their experiences with their doctors. Patients rate various components of the care they receive, such as the accuracy of their diagnosis, the amount of time they spent with the doctor, and the doctor's bedside manner and follow-up care. Patients' Choice ranks the top reviewed physicians and looks at other quality measures to compile its yearly list.

Dr. Michael Keller commented on the recognition: "This is quite an honor for me. I am very pleased to have been selected and grateful to my patients who went out of their way to rate me and give me positive reviews."

About Michael Keller: a short profile by and about the honoree:

Whatever you do in life, make it a calling. I learned that a long time ago and I've always applied that philosophy to the practice of medicine. It is truly a privilege for me to be a doctor and it is equally an honor when patients choose me as their personal physician. I strongly believe that you simply cannot practice effective medicine without really getting to know your patients. Each person is unique, with different goals and ideas for their own healthcare and understanding those goals is the key to an effective doctor-patient relationship.

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