ATLANTA, Jan. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Among the select few physicians honored with the prestigious Patients' Choice Award this year is Dr. Michael Carter.

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In fact, of the nation's 870,000 active physicians and dentists, just five percentconsistently received top scores from their patients on sites like Vitals (http://www.vitals.com), qualifying them for this honor in 2012.

Millions of patients go online each year to rate their doctors on various components of care, including 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 reviews these rankings and other quality measures to compile its yearly list of award winners.

Dr. Michael Carter commented on the recognition: "I'm so honored to receive an award that's based on how my patients view the quality of care I provide. I strive each day to exceed my patients' expectations, and I'm grateful that they've recognized my efforts."

About Michael Carter: a short profile by and about the honoree: Dr. Michael Carter is a board certified physician with a special focus on providing preventative medicine and minimally invasive cosmetic surgery. He is a member of: American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons, American Academy of Liposuction Surgeons, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Dr. Carter's focus is treating the entire body of the patient. In addition to being a skilled cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Carter emphasizes testing and the natural treatment of out of balance body organs that are most responsible for weight gain, fatigue, depression, gastrointestinal problems and female hormonal imbalances.

For more information on this Patients' Choice Award winner, please visit Dr. Michael Carter's profile on PatientsChoice.org.

Following the publication ofMichael Carter 's selection for thePatients' Choice Award,American Registry seconded the honor and addedDr. Carterto The Registry of Business Excellence. An exclusive recognition plaquehas been designed to commemorate the honor. The doctor's customwall plaque is shown here.

For more information on Dr. Michael Carter , located in Atlanta , GA , please call 770-450-0846, or visit http://www.atlanta-liposuction.com.

This press release was written by American Registry, LLC with approval by and/or contributions from Dr. Carter and was distributed by PR Newswire, a subsidiary of UBM plc.

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Dr. Carter of Atlanta, GA has been named a Patients' Choice Award Winner for 2012