4.1
22 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Castro is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who brings four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. His extensive experience spans 40 years of caring for patients with cancer and internal medicine conditions.
Dr. Castro maintains affiliations with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, practicing in Santa Monica, California. He specializes in treating patients with fatigue and various forms of breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases. His practice includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Castro maintains affiliations with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, practicing in Santa Monica, California. He specializes in treating patients with fatigue and various forms of breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases. His practice includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 40 years of experience
- Mount Sinai School Of Medicine
- 6 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Santa Monica Ucla Medical Center And Orthopaedic Hospital
1250 16th StSanta Monica, CA 90404 Tel: (310) 825-9111
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| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 40 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Cantonese, Spanish | Speaks English, Farsi, Hebrew | Speaks English | |
| Santa Monica , CA | Montebello , CA | Los Angeles , CA | San Clemente , CA |
| Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Patrick Castro
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Patrick Castro has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Patrick Castro has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. Michael Patrick Castro holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mount Sinai School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Castro's NPI number is 1306834338.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Castro affiliated with?
- Dr. Michael Castro is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Michael Castro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Michael Castro has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Michael Castro's office located?
- Dr. Michael Castro's office is located at 1250 16th St, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
- Does Dr. Michael Castro accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Castro accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Michael Castro accepting new patients?
- Dr. Michael Castro has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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