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Dr. Leon Castaneda is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 12 years to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Stanford Medical Center. His educational background from one of the nation's leading medical institutions has prepared him to manage a wide range of adult health conditions with expertise and precision.
Dr. Castaneda practices at Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center in San Jose, California. He specializes in treating serious kidney conditions, including chronic kidney disease and advanced stage kidney disease. His clinical focus includes managing complex cases such as sepsis and providing essential screening services for diabetic kidney complications. Leon also performs comprehensive laboratory assessments to monitor patients' metabolic health and kidney function.
Dr. Castaneda practices at Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center in San Jose, California. He specializes in treating serious kidney conditions, including chronic kidney disease and advanced stage kidney disease. His clinical focus includes managing complex cases such as sepsis and providing essential screening services for diabetic kidney complications. Leon also performs comprehensive laboratory assessments to monitor patients' metabolic health and kidney function.
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Quick Facts
- 12 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- Stanford Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
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| Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Leon Carlos Cruz Castaneda has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Leon Carlos Cruz Castaneda has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Dr. Leon Carlos Cruz Castaneda holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Stanford Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 2014.
NPI Number
Dr. Castaneda's NPI number is 1942629399.
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- Dr. Leon Castaneda's office is located at 250 Hospital Pkwy, San Jose, CA, 95119.
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