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Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 43
Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD
5.0 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 43
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. De Castro graduated from University of California San Francisco and completed a residency at University of Arizona. Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA. Dr. De Castro currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital. Dr. De Castro has experience treating conditions like Brow Ptosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. De Castro received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. De Castro's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. De Castro also speaks Spanish. Dr. De Castro is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Eyelid Surgery
Brow Ptosis
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid Surgery
Brow Ptosis
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid Surgery
Brow Ptosis
Blepharoplasty
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Corneal Diseases
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Entropion
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Blepharorrhaphy
Canthoplasty and Canthopexy
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Tear Duct Surgery
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Black Eye
Blepharitis
Blepharoconjunctivitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Chronic Dacryoadenitis
Conjunctiva Cyst
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Dacryoadenitis
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Descemetocele
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Esotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Pain
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Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hordeolum
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Lagophthalmos
Lazy Eye
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Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Mechanical Strabismus
Migraine
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Nerve Sheath Tumors
Ocular Hypertension
Orbital Fracture
Paralytic Strabismus
Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinoschisis
Scleromalacia Perforans
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Stye
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Uveitis
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Xanthelasma of Eyelid
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cataract Removal Surgery
Conjunctivocystorhinostomy
Cornea Surgery
Cosmetic Botox® Injection
Dacryoadenectomy
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Endoscopic Brow Lift
Enucleation of Eye
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Examination
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Orbit Evisceration
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Lid Retraction
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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  • Choice Plus POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Sharp Rees-Stealy Clinical Laboratory-Scripps Ranch
    10670 Wexford St, San Diego, CA 92131
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 568-8220
  2. 2 Sharp Rees-Stealy Pharmacy
    8701 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 568-8220
  3. 3 Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc
    7862 El Cajon Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 499-2600
  4. 4 Gordon-Weiss-Schanzlin Vision Institute
    8910 University Center Ln Ste 800, San Diego, CA 92122
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 455-6800
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Patient Reviews
Feb 20, 2024
I had Bilateral upper Lid Blepharoplasty surgery with Dr Dawn De Castro and I am very happy with the outcome. She made me look young again. I am recommending Dr. De Castro to my friends and co workers.
E.R. Hidalgo — Feb 20, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California San Francisco
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Arizona
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. De Castro's profile.

Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Dawn De Castro, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA