Summary

Dr. L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro is a neurologist who specializes in neuro-oncology, focusing on brain cancers and neurological conditions. He earned his MD and PhD from Harvard Medical School before completing his neurology residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2018. Dr. Castro then pursued specialized fellowship training in neuro-oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, finishing in 2020. With 12 years of experience in medicine, he provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Castro practices at Massachusetts General Hospital and sees patients in Boston, Massachusetts. His clinical expertise centers on treating brain cancer and primary brain cancer, with particular experience caring for children with brain tumors. He performs specialized diagnostic tests including alkaline phosphatase studies, arterial blood gas analysis, and calcium blood testing to monitor and evaluate his patients' conditions. Castro's dual training in neurology and oncology allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients facing complex neurological cancers.
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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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12 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Boston , MAWellesley , MABoston , MANewton Lower Falls , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Massachusetts General Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Neuro-Oncology2020

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham and Women's Hospital, Neurology2018

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 2014

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Dr. L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
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Dr. L. Nicolas Gonzalez Castro speaks English and Spanish.

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