Dr. Charles Castillo, MD
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Dr. Charles Castillo, MD is a general surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has been practicing for 32 years. He graduated from University of New Mexico / Main Campus in 1986 and specializes in general surgery.
Arizona Associated Surgeons, PLLC
2320 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Ameriben
- American Republic
- Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)
- Assurant Health
- AZ Foundation Medical Care (AZFMC)
- Banner Health
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Care 1st Health Plan
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Lipomas
very high
more than 99% of peers
Umbilical Hernia
very high
more than 99% of peers
Inguinal Hernia
very high
more than 99% of peers
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1 Specialties
- General Surgery
1 Board Certifications
- General SurgeryAccredited by: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
68 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Pain
- Abscess
- Anal Disorders
- Anal Fissure
- Aneurysm
- Anorectal Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Lump
- Cancer
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Disorders
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Diverticulitis
- Endocrine Disorders
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Incisional Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Lipomas
- Lung Cancer
- Melanoma
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pleural Effusion
- Pulmonary Disease
- Secondary Malignancies
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Spleen Cancer
- Spleen Disorders
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Stomach Diseases
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Disease
- Ventral Hernia
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61 Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acid Reflux Surgery
- Adrenalectomy
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Biopsy of Breast
- Breast Surgical Procedure
- Colectomy
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Colon Surgery
- Cyst Incision and Drainage
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Endocrine Surgical Procedure
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
- Excision of Breast Tumor
- Excision of Skin Cancer
- Excision of Skin Lesion
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Gastrectomy
- Gastroenterology Procedures
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Heart Surgery
- Hernia Repair
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Laparoscopic Endocrine Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Mastectomy
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Paracentesis
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Parathyroid Surgery
- Parathyroidectomy
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Sentinel Node Biopsy
- Small Bowel Surgery
- Splenectomy
- Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
- Stomach Surgery
- Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tracheal Surgery
- Trigger Point Injection
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- University of New Mexico / Main CampusMedical School | Graduated 1986
- Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency ProgramResidency Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine, 2012
Media & Publications
Dr. Castillo has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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I saw Dr. Castillo in February of this year as I was having gallbladder problems and wanted to get educated. Dr. Castillo listened to all my considerations about having the surgery and gave me his best advice. I decided to be proactive and have my gallbladder removed. Glad I did as I had over 200...Read More
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3Linda Kantor in Phoenix, AZ – Apr 17, 2018
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At this point I can only review my initial experience With Doctor Castillo regarding an umbilical hernia .
For now we are going to keep an eye on it, and that's great news cuz I sure as hell don't want the surgery.
It was quite evident to me that he has very skilled hands. And that means...Read More
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21Ron Marshall in phoenix – Mar 27, 2018
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Dr. Castillo and his entire staff are very professional, considerate and caring. He listens to patient concerns. I saw Dr. Castillo for a right inguinal hernia and he found I had a recurrent left inguinal hernia as well. He performed surgery on both in December of 2017. Both he and his PA Joni...Read More
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3Hoyt A. Phelps, III in Surprise – Dec 22, 2017
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Please understand that my first review was out of confusion and miscommunication out of Dr. Castillo's control.
Subsequently, once that was cleared up and taken care of professionally by Dr. Castillo my care was impeccable. My surgery and after care was outstanding. I believe in Dr.Castillo and his...Read More
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3Steven R. Isham in Avondale, Arizona – Dec 22, 2017
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Dr. Castillo starts off all smiles and pleasant when you first meet him. This is all a front. I had a recurrent Ventral Hernia he repaired in October of 2016. It is not even a year later and the whole problem has come full circle. He is extremely non-cooperative towards difficult issues and...Read More
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2Andrew Rubin in Scottsdale, AZ – Oct 05, 2017
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