In a city known for setting high standards, some names continually rise to meet and exceed them. Charlotte Plastic Surgery is proud to share that four of our board-certified plastic surgeons—Dr. Ashley Chandler, Dr. J. Walter Dutton, Dr. Jack Scheuer, and Dr. Theodore Nyame have been named to the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list for Plastic Surgery.
This honor isn't about marketing, social media presence, or paid listings. It's one of the most respected distinctions in the medical world, earned through peer nomination and rigorous review. These doctors are recognized for their clinical excellence, surgical outcomes, and unwavering dedication to patient care.
While Castle Connolly has honored several of our surgeons in years past, this continued recognition speaks to the lasting trust they've earned within the medical community and among patients in Charlotte and beyond.
What Is the Castle Connolly Top Doctor List?
The Castle Connolly Top Doctor list has served as a national gold standard in physician recognition for more than 30 years. Unlike online reviews or crowd-sourced rankings, this list is curated through a multi-step research process that starts with nominations from fellow physicians. From there, a physician-led research team evaluates each nominee based on:
- Educational background and training
- Board certification status
- Hospital and academic affiliations
- Professional achievements and leadership
- Clinical excellence and consistency of results
- Commitment to patient safety, communication, and outcomes
Only about 7% of all licensed physicians in the U.S. make the final list.
Being selected means more than being “popular” in your market. It’s an acknowledgment from peers—surgeons, specialists, and medical colleagues—who see the depth of your skill and the quality of your care firsthand.
To have four surgeons from one practice included on this list? It’s not just impressive. It reflects the standard Charlotte Plastic Surgery sets for every patient, every procedure, every time.
Meet Charlotte’s Castle Connolly Top Plastic Surgeons
Dr. Ashley Chandler
Specialty: Breast Surgery, Breast Implant Removal, Aesthetic Reconstruction
Dr.
Chandler is a board-certified plastic surgeon whose meticulous approach and warm
patient rapport have earned her a reputation for natural, refined results. She
trained under renowned breast surgeon Dr. Dennis Hammond, gaining extensive
experience in advanced techniques for aesthetic and reconstructive breast
procedures. Dr. Chandler is deeply committed to individualized care and is known for
her ability to make patients feel seen, heard, and empowered from consultation
through recovery. Her recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor reflects not only
her technical skill but her integrity and compassion in practice.
Learn more about Dr. Chandler →
Dr. J. Walter Dutton
Specialty: Facial Rejuvenation, Breast & Body Procedures
Trained
at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Dutton brings a high level of precision and
artistry to every procedure. His specialties include facial rejuvenation, body
contouring, and breast surgery, all approached with an emphasis on balanced,
long-lasting results. Dr. Dutton has a reputation for calm, focused consultations
and a surgical style that favors subtlety and natural expression. He’s also a
contributor to clinical education, sharing insights into surgical technique and
aesthetic planning. Being named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor speaks to his surgical
mastery, as well as the deep trust he inspires in both peers and patients.
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more about Dr. Dutton →
Dr. Jack Scheuer
Specialty: Rhinoplasty, Eyelid Surgery, Facial Aesthetics
Dr.
Scheuer combines an artistic eye with advanced surgical training, particularly in
rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and facial aesthetics. A graduate of the University of
Texas Southwestern Plastic Surgery Program with fellowship training at the Manhattan
Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, his work is distinguished by meticulous technique
and an intuitive understanding of facial harmony. He’s also known for developing a
“liquid rhino” approach, offering patients a temporary preview of potential
rhinoplasty outcomes using dermal fillers. Dr. Scheuer’s inclusion on the Castle
Connolly list reflects both his surgical precision and the confidence he inspires in
his patients.
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more about Dr. Scheuer →
Dr. Theo Nyame
Specialty: Cosmetic Breast & Body Surgery
Dr. Theodore Nyame is a Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in a wide range of aesthetic procedures, including breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and body contouring. His approach blends technical expertise with a strong commitment to achieving natural, elegant results tailored to each patient’s goals. Dr. Nyame completed his plastic surgery residency through the Harvard Combined Program and pursued additional fellowship training in aesthetic surgery in Queensland, Australia. He has lectured internationally, published extensively in the field, and received multiple accolades, including the Harvard Medical School Surgical Teaching Award. Dr. Nyame’s recognition by Castle Connolly reflects the global respect he has earned as a leader in aesthetic surgery.
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more about Dr. Nyame →
Why Peer Recognition Matters in Plastic Surgery
It’s one thing for a patient to leave a five-star review. It’s another when doctors, who understand the complexity of surgical procedures, the precision required, and the responsibility it carries, choose to nominate other doctors for their excellence. That level of recognition carries weight.
The Castle Connolly Top Doctor distinction isn’t about popularity or online ratings. It’s about reputation within the medical community itself—among peers who’ve seen what others haven’t. These are the people who’ve observed each other’s techniques in the OR, consulted on complicated cases, and witnessed outcomes not just at one-month post-op, but years down the line.
Peer recognition cuts through marketing claims. It’s informed. It’s earned. It reflects:
- Surgical consistency under pressure
- Sound clinical decision-making
- Skillful patient communication
- A pattern of excellent results—not just one-off wins
And in the world of plastic surgery, where outcomes are deeply personal and highly visible, that kind of trust is invaluable.
Peers nominate those they would refer their own patients to—or even their family members. That’s how you know this isn’t just another industry badge. It’s a signal of who other experts truly believe is doing right by their patients.
For patients in Charlotte and beyond, seeing that your surgeon is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor means you're in the care of someone whose expertise is acknowledged not just by reviews or reputation, but by those who know the craft inside and out.
One Team. Four Honorees. Countless Lives Changed.
Charlotte Plastic Surgery has never been about just one name or face. It’s about a team of board-certified surgeons, master injectors, and specialists who collaborate to deliver the highest level of care. And that collaboration, rooted in decades of shared experience and mutual respect, is exactly what enables this kind of recognition.
Since 1951, we’ve helped patients feel more confident, comfortable, and cared for through expert surgery and a patient-first philosophy that’s stood the test of time. This year’s Castle Connolly awards don’t change how we work. They simply affirm what we already believe: excellence should be the standard, not the exception.
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