Overview
Hector Castro is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Dr. Castro is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, and Diabetic Nephropathy.
Dr. Castro is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Castro is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3821 Masthead St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hector J. Castro
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hector J. Castro?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Hector J. Castro by calling their office at 505-998-7400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Hector J. Castro a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hector J. Castro is classified as an Distinguished expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Hector J. Castro specialize in?
While Dr. Hector J. Castro is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Hector J. Castro participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Hector J. Castro has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Hector J. Castro's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Hector J. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Hector J. Castro accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 505-998-7400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Castro isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Castro isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Castro isDistinguished. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Advanced
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney
- Autosomal Dominant Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Autosomal Recessive Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Dent DiseaseDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Dent Disease.
- Denys-Drash Syndrome (DDS)Dr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Denys-Drash Syndrome (DDS).
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Diffuse Mesangial SclerosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis.
- Distal Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Feingold SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Feingold Syndrome.
- Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis
- Frasier SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Frasier Syndrome.
- Hepatorenal SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatorenal Syndrome.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- IgA NephropathyDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about IgA Nephropathy.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Minimal Change DiseaseDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Minimal Change Disease.
- NecrosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Primary Tubular Proximal AcidosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Tubular Proximal Acidosis.
- Proximal Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 1Dr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Pseudohypoaldosteronism Type 1.
- Renal Tubular AcidosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Tubular Acidosis.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- Secondary Systemic AmyloidosisDr. Castro isAdvanced. Learn about Secondary Systemic Amyloidosis.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)
- Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy
- Experienced
- Acute Nephritic SyndromeDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Acute Nephritic Syndrome.
- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Alport SyndromeDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- Analgesic NephropathyDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Analgesic Nephropathy.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- BoilsDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CalcinosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Calcinosis.
- CalciphylaxisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Calciphylaxis.
- CarbuncleDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- Cytomegalic Inclusion DiseaseDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease.
- Cytomegalovirus InfectionDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Cytomegalovirus Infection.
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- FolliculitisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- HydronephrosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Hydronephrosis.
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- Hypervitaminosis DDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Hypervitaminosis D.
- Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- HypophosphatemiaDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatemia.
- Interstitial NephritisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Nephritis.
- Juvenile Paget's DiseaseDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Paget's Disease.
- Kidney StonesDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- Lactic AcidosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Lactic Acidosis.
- Liver FailureDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Medullary Sponge KidneyDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Sponge Kidney.
- Metabolic AcidosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Acidosis.
- NephrocalcinosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Nephrocalcinosis.
- Nephrogenic Diabetes InsipidusDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus.
- NephronophthisisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Nephronophthisis.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Poststreptococcal GlomerulonephritisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis.
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Senior-Loken SyndromeDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Senior-Loken Syndrome.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Togaviridae DiseaseDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Togaviridae Disease.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Castro isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.