"Dr. Wiese is an experienced and well-respected professional in the field of public health, with his emphasis on educational and preventative medicine."
http://www.grassrootsoccer.org/team.php

"She is a highly respected professional in the field of Human Resources and Training, and has extensive experience in managing both Corporate and Franchisee infrastructures..."
http://www.famousdaves.com/PressDetail.cfm?PressID=100&REFUR...

"With his early experiences and formal education, Peter is now a respected professional in the field of Historic Arms & Tools, ..."
http://www.renaissanceinfo.com/forgeries/Farquar.html

A Google search shows that 'repected professional' comes most often with 'highly' or 'well-', but also standalone.

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I can't get rid of the impression that this is the starting line of a direct mail letter ("Dear respected professional, ..." :))