About Pamela Castro, DO, MPH

Pamela Castro, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides primary care and treatment of acute and chronic conditions in children and adults. She strives to provide holistic care and enjoys the continuity of care she is able to provide to her patients through their life stages.

Prior to joining UC San Diego Health, Dr. Castro practiced family medicine at ChapCare Outpatient Clinic in Pasadena where her focus was providing care to underserved and Latino populations.

She completed residency training in family medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Mich. Dr. Castro earned her medical degree at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing. She also holds a Masters of Public Health degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

Dr. Castro is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the American Osteopathic Association. She is board certified in family medicine.

Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures, trying out new cuisines and spending time with her beautiful family. Dr. Castro speaks Spanish fluently.

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Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
Health Insurance Plans Accepted

Medical Degree

  • Michigan State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, East Lansing, MI

Residency

  • Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI

Master's Degree

  • Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI

Gender

  • Female

Languages

  • Spanish

Date Joined Staff

  • 2021-05-05

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine

Conditions and Treatments

  • Care for All Ages
  • Care of Chronic Diseases
  • Care of the Family
  • Comprehensive Care for the Individual and Family
  • Family Practice
  • Management of Common and Long-Term Illnesses in Children and Adults
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Overall Health and Well-Being
  • Primary Care
Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
Health Insurance Plans Accepted