Fernando Castro, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston Hospital
- Appointment:
- 877.463.2010
- Desk:
- 954.659.5646
- Fax:
- 954.659.5647
Treatment & Services
- Abnormal Liver Tests
- Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
- Cancer Screening
- Clinical Gastroenterology
- Clinical Trials
- Colonoscopy
- Diagnostic Endoscopy
- Egd
- Endoscopic Dilation
- Endoscopy
- Esophageal Band Ligation
- Esophageal Dilation
- Foreign Body Removal
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Inherited Colon Cancer Risk Assessment
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
- Polypectomy
- Variceal Band Ligation
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Anemia
- Ascites
- Autoimmune Chronic Hepatitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue)
- Cirrhosis
- Collagenous Colitis
- Colon Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diseases of the Liver Biliary Tract and Pancreas
- Diverticulosis
- Encephalopathy
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagitis
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Foreign Body Ingestion
- Fundic Gland Polyps
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gas (Digestive)
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Tract
- General Gastroenterological Disorders
- GI Bleeding
- Heartburn
- Heliocobactor Pylori
- Hemochromatosis
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Hereditary Non Polyposis Colorectal Cancer
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Intestinal Ischemic Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Liver Cyst
- Liver Disease
- Microscopic Colitis
- Nausea
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Portal Hypertension
- Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Proctitis - Care & Treatment
- Rectal Bleeding
- Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
- Small Bowel Disease
- Swallowing Disorders
- Trichinosis Overview
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Wilson Disease
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
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View All PlansAbout Fernando Castro, MD
Fernando Castro, MD is a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Castro carried out his medical education postgraduate at the University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals, through an internship and residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in gastroenterology.
In 2003, Dr. Castro joined Cleveland Clinic Florida as a board-certified gastroenterologist. He contains various special medical interests some of which include, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies, inflammatory bowel disease, general gastroenterology, general herpetology, iron deficiency anemia, hepatitis C, and colonoscopy quality improvement.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2003
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals
Gastroenterology
San Juan,
Puerto Rico
1996
Residency - University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals
Internal Medicine
San Juan,
Puerto Rico
1992
Internship - University of Puerto Rico Affiliated Hospitals
Internal Medicine
San Juan,
Puerto Rico
1990
Medical Education - University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
San Juan,
1989
Certifications
- Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, general gastroenterology, general hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease, iron deficiency anemia, hepatitis C, colonoscopy quality improvement
Research & Publications
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As of 1/16/2021, Dr. Castro has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
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116 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.7 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
20 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021
I had to wait for more than an hour to speak with the Doctor but everything else was good
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021
I only have high grades for Dr Castro, my gastroenterologist
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021
I was very satisfied with my visit. Doctor Castro and nurses were very efficient and easy to talk to them. They did a great job!
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2021
l presume that trying to get an appointment with the Dr. is difficult for the mere reason that he is such an excellent Dr. but people with gastro problems can't wait month to see him.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2021
To me Dr. Castro-Pavia is an excellent medical professional who pays attention and talks to you in such a manner you understand everything leaving no doubts.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
Dr Castro has always been very courteous and shows concern
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2021
Overall, this experience (video conferencing) was a very good experience. No waiting in a room full of patients who may or may not be positive for covid-19, or having to wait a long time to see the doctor. This video conference was a great idea for those who have to see the doctor yearly or have to do follow-ups.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
my Doctor is great
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2020
I am very satisfied and grateful, it was my first appointment with Dr. Castro Pav?a and I had the pleasant experience of finding a patient doctor with great knowledge and enough educated to explain all my doubts politely. Thank you Dr Castro Pavia and thank you Cleveland Clinic and Staff. Happy Holidays, stay safe!
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
I have had more than the current visit to the clinic although only once with this physician. Thus, I would recommend the clinic since my overall experience has been good.
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2020
Excelente atenci?n, preguntas, explicaci?n y reconocimiento por parte del Doctor, fue una experiencia agradable e instructiva.
Reviewed on May 26, 2020
Dr was very friendly, and asked many questions about ailment and made suggestions
Reviewed on May 22, 2020
Dr. Castro was kind and caring as he always is, wether it's on the video call or phone or in person!
Reviewed on May 7, 2020
The doctor was attentive and actually listened to what I was going through in detail instead of cutting me off mid-sentence like alot of other Dr have done to me.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2020
I love that my Doctor was care enough for me and my family by ask me how my family was doing, doing this difficulty time..that make me happy that he care
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2020
dr Castro is an excellent, knowledgeable specialist. definitely would recommend
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2020
Doctor was very professional and made me feel like he was interested in my case even meeting him for the first time virtually.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2020
Dr. Castro made me feel like he cared for me as a new patient and came up with ideas regarding my concerns no other doctor came up with.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2020
Thank you Dr. Castro for the amazing service you provide
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2020
Dr. Castro is amazing and so are all of the physicians of Cleveland clinic