Summary

Dr. L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro specializes in neurology with advanced training in neuro-oncology. He earned his MD and PhD from Harvard Medical School, establishing a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research. Dr. Castro completed his neurology residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2018, followed by a specialized fellowship in neuro-oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 2020. With 12 years of experience in the field, he brings extensive knowledge to treating complex neurological conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Castro practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, with hospital affiliations at Massachusetts General Hospital. His clinical expertise centers on brain cancer care, including treating brain tumors in children and managing primary brain cancer cases. He performs specialized diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and calcium blood testing to monitor patient health. Castro also conducts alkaline phosphatase testing as part of comprehensive patient evaluations.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Neuro-Oncology
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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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Accepts New Patients
12 Years of Experience 76 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Boston , MABoston , MABoston , MAWestborough , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University of Chicago Med School: University Of Iceland
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Insurance Plans Accepted by L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Neuro-Oncology in 2020.

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham and Women's Hospital, Neurology in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2014.

NPI Number

L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro's NPI number is 1174936165.

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L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro speaks English and Spanish.
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