Leticia C. Kontak
Expertise in
28
conditions
Expertise in
28
conditions

Overview

Dr. Leticia Castillo Kontak is a board-certified cardiologist with a particular interest in echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, stress testing, screening and primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and wellness. Dr. Castillo Kontak focuses on a wide range of cardiovascular disorders, including screening and management of coronary artery disease, valvular disease and arrhythmias. She provides transesophageal echocardiography imaging for percutaneous valve interventions including transcatheter edge-to-edge repair and left atrial appendage occlusion devices. As a clinical educator, she teaches in the cardiovascular disease fellowship program. Dr. Castillo Kontak holds a professional membership with the American College of Cardiology. She treats adult patients and is fluent in both English and Spanish. Outside of work, Dr. Castillo Kontak enjoys traveling internationally with her family, spending time at music festivals, cycling and strength training. Dr. Kontak has been recognized as a Top Doc 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty.

Dr. Kontak is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. Kontak is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

New York University - 2013

Residency

Internal Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center - 2010

Specialties

Cardiology
Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Cardiovascular Disease, New York University - 2013

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville (Building 1)
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University
302 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665

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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What conditions does Dr. Leticia C. Kontak specialize in?

While Dr. Leticia C. Kontak is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Murmurs, Angina, and Coronary Heart Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Leticia C. Kontak participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Leticia C. Kontak has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Murmurs. You can view a list of Dr. Leticia C. Kontak's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Leticia C. Kontak accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-509-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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