Summary

Dr. Maria Castillejos is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina and brings over five decades of experience to her practice. Dr. Castillejos speaks multiple languages including Tagalog, Spanish, English, Italian, and Portuguese.

Dr. Castillejos practices at several locations throughout Chula Vista and National City, California, with affiliations at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, and Paradise Valley Hospital. She focuses on treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography. Patients rate Dr. Castillejos 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 53 years of experience
  • speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese
  • Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos has 6 locations

Castillejos Eye Institute

342 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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

Eye Physicians Medical Surgical Center Inc

681 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

342 F St

342 F St Ste AChula Vista, CA 91910

Paradise Valley Hospital

2400 E 4th StNational City, CA 91950

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

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Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos, MDDr. Medi Eslani, MDDr. Colin S. Ip, MDDr. James J. Peairs, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.2 
53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Chula Vista , CAEl Centro , CANational City , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: University of California San Diego (UCSD) Med School: Indiana University School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Castillejos' NPI number is 1043395098.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos affiliated with?
Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista, and Paradise Valley Hospital.
Does Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos's office located?
Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos's office is located at 342 F St, Chula Vista, CA, 91910.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Estela Castillejos?
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