Summary

Dr. Abel Castro is a board-certified pediatrician with an interest in well child and developmental care.Dr. Castro is a member of the International Christian Medical and Dental Association, the Christian Medical and Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.He has a special interest in tropical and travel medicine, and has a passion for taking care of underserved populations.When not working, Dr. Castro spends time with family and enjoys travel.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Abel Castro-Amador has 2 locations

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Clinic - Waco Hillcrest

120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 200Waco, TX 76712
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic - Waco Hillcrest

120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 101Waco, TX 76712
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PediatricsPediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
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33 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Waco , TXSugar Land , TXFranklin , TNFranklin , TN
Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras (Education) Med School: Assiut University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Abel Castro-Amador

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Abel Castro-Amador has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Abel Castro-Amador has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • High-Risk Deliveries
  • Premature Infants

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Abel Castro-Amador holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Texas Health Science Center Houston in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med Ctr in 2009 and St Josephs Regional Medical Center in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras (Education) in 1993.

NPI Number

Abel Castro-Amador's NPI number is 1790964385.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Abel Castro-Amador's office located?
Abel Castro-Amador's office is located at 120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 200, Waco, TX, 76712.
Does Abel Castro-Amador accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Abel Castro-Amador has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Abel Castro-Amador affiliated with?
Abel Castro-Amador is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Hillcrest.
Does Abel Castro-Amador accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Abel Castro-Amador accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Abel Castro-Amador accepting new patients?
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