Summary

Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro is an ophthalmologist with 30 years of experience treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina, bringing three decades of specialized expertise to his practice.

Dr. Fernandez De Castro practices at Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute in Plantation, Florida. He focuses on treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. His procedures include retinal imaging, eye pressure testing, and comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute

850 S Pine Island Rd Ste A100Plantation, FL 33324
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Luis Eduardo Fernandez De Castro, MDDr. Brent William Bellotte, MDDr. Isidoro Zarco, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.9 
4.2 
30 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Plantation , FLBoca Raton , FLMiami , FLCRESTVIEW , FL
Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Luis Eduardo Fernandez De Castro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Assurant Health
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Doctors HealthCare Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Envolve Benefit Options - EPO
  • Envolve Benefit Options - HMO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • Florida Community Care
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - EPO
  • Positive Health Care
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Simply Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Univera Healthcare - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Luis Eduardo Fernandez De Castro has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Luis Eduardo Fernandez De Castro has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1996

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Where is Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro's office located?
Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro's office is located at 850 S Pine Island Rd Ste A100, Plantation, FL, 33324.

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