Nathaniel John Castro, MD

Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery

What I Do

I went into cardiac surgery because it is the most challenging surgical field. If done right, you can extend the lives of patients or give them a better quality of life. I want my patients to know that I will always go the extra mile for them. My clinical interests include adult cardiac surgery and lung cancer.

Why I Love My Work

I enjoy my work because patients feel a lot better after cardiac surgery -- for many it’s like comparing night to day.

Getting to Know Me

I enjoy the four seasons and the great outdoors in Minnesota. Outside of work, my passions include hiking, photography, reading, cycling, badminton and tennis.

Gender:

Male

Languages:

Filipino, Visaya, and English

Service Line
Medical Education

University of the Philippines College of Medicine, Medicine

Internship

Upstate University Hospital, General Surgery University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital, Internal Medicine

Residency

University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital, General Surgery Upstate University Hospital, General Surgery Upstate University Hospital, General Surgery

Fellowship

University of Minnesota - Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
  • Locations

    CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center

    1406 6th Ave N St Cloud, MN 56303

    Main: 320-656-7020
    Alternate: 800-448-3455

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