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Dr. Hector Castro, MD

Nephrology* Age 45
Dr. Hector Castro, MD
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Dr. Hector Castro, MD

Nephrology* Age 45
Albuquerque, NM
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Hector Castro, MD is a Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM.

About

Dr. Castro graduated from UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DEL CENTRO / FACULTAD DE MEDICINA. Dr. Hector Castro, MD is a Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Castro currently practices at Renal Medicine Associates, Albuquerque, NM and are affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center and Lovelace Westside Hospital. Dr. Castro has experience treating conditions like Gout, Parathyroid (Gland) Disease and Hyperparathyroidism among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Castro's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Castro also speaks Spanish. Dr. Castro is board certified in Nephrology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetes Insipidus
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Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
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Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Small Kidney
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Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
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Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Plasmapheresis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Renal Medicine Associates
    3821 Masthead St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
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    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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Dec 31, 2016
Met Dr Castro for the first time yesterday a day after my daddy passed away. He was very kind, great bedside manner and very informative. Made me feel comfortable and offered me a tissue when I shed some tears for my recent loss.
Ivonne N. in Albuquerque — Dec 31, 2016
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL DEL CENTRO / FACULTAD DE MEDICINA
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  • Nephrology
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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. Hector Castro, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Castro's profile.

Dr. Castro frequently treats the following conditions: Gout, Parathyroid (Gland) Disease and Hyperparathyroidism. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Hector Castro, MD is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center and Lovelace Westside Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Hector Castro, MD holds board certification in Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Plains Regional Medical Center

    2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Clovis, NM

  • Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM

  • Lovelace Medical Center

    601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

  • Lovelace Westside Hospital

    10501 Golf Course Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM