Dr. Bryan Castro, MD

This was my first visit to a spinal specialist. On first impression I felt like I was at the DMV. The waiting room was filthy and the chairs were the most uncomfortable chairs possible. As I see several specialists within the SCL network, this was a total shock. Meeting Dr. Castro, I was told I needed X-rays only later to find out that they had access to the X-rays and MRI that brought me to him. Dr. Castro was quick and almost random is his approach. He did not review the MRI with me to show me what the problem was just went into treatments. Luckily my wife was with me to ask additional questions as I was in intense pain. For the 10-15 minutes we were with him, it felt more like an inconvenience to him and not must attention to my specific issues. I wish him success; just not a care giver that I would choose.

I have been struggling with neck/shoulder pain off and on for over 8 months. Dr. Castro was very informative about my options with no pressure at all.

Very helpful and empatheric.

Dr Castro is very invested in finding the problem and least invasive solution. I am hopeful that he will help me get resolve and I know he will do everything possible to have a good outcome.

Good. Dr. Castro is very knowledgeable about back conditions and suggested alternatives to surgery, which may or may not be helpful. Ongoing pain persists, so injections are the next step. No treatment yet.

He explained well my health concern. He is kind and polite.

Dr. Castro is very informative and comprehensive. He performed a spinal fusion on me back in 2012. I have been at 100% for 10 years but now I need another fusion above my previous one. I trust him completely and am looking forward to another successful operation.

Very kind, helpful and set me in the right direction for health, peace of mind and healing. Highly recommend.

Great doc and staff. Cindy the rad tech was very professional and compassionate as were the rest of the office staff. I am in intense pain and after leaving a VM Friday after they had closed I received a call Monday morning minutes after their opening at 0900 and they were able to get me in the same day. Dr. Castro explained my condition and laid out a very conservative pain to deal with it. Couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend them if you’re having back problems.

Back issues. Very short appt, said surgery is not the best option. No real advice. I had to ask if PT was an option to help my back. Idk not impressed, won’t be seeing again. Other folks with OCC were great.

I had been to the point of not being able to walk more than thirty feet and was basically stuck with a wheelchair for mobility combined with constant severe pain. Dr Castro changed my life and I now am back to where I was many years ago and life is great again! Follow up care was tremendous and always welcomed by a great staff.

Saw Dr Castro about a possible fusion. Found Dr Castro to be more conservative in treatment solutions than other surgeon I saw. This was a big plus for me. Felt very confident after getting my questions answered and in talking to previous patients. My surgeon of choice.

Dr. Castro took the time to explain the reason for my sever leg pain which required surgery; I had exhausted all other methods of therapy. He made sure I knew the process and didn't rush any of my visits. He took the time to address all of my questions, in lamens terms. He made sure I felt comfortable; he even came into my room before surgery and sat by my bedside (i.e., he got on my level) and re-explained the process to me and my family member. Simply put he is the best!!! His PA Sara is my favorite; she returns my calls in a timely manner, listens and addresses all of my complaints and genuinely cares about me as a human being. She is professional and has a "human touch" kind of approach/vibe. I highly recommend Dr. Castro and his team: they are a busy office but well worth the wait and most importantly you're treated as if you are their only patient, which is rare in this industry!

Spent 9 mos working with Dr. Castro, tons of diagnostics, go in for surgery, he puts me under, wakes me up 2 hours later: "We didn't do the surgery. We looked at your discogram results (from 2 mos. ago) and realized there was damage to two discs, and it wasn't clear what we should do, so we decided to hold off." Yes, he looked at 2-mo-old diagnostic tests AFTER I was under anesthesia. Are you kidding me? Of course, I was billed by the anesthesiologist and the hospital, took 4 months to get them to cancel the bills or to bill Castro for the amount, since I wasn't about to pay for a cancelled surgery. So many other back surgeons in Denver, I'd definitely avoid.

Excellent!!! Great staff You can tell They are happy in their positions Dr Castro is very thorough and takes a personal interest in your well being

Everyone who works in the office is very nice. Dr. Castro is very caring and shows concern and compassion. I’m very happy to be under his care.

I saw Dr Castro after having a back injury.The doctor was late for appointment by one and a half hours .This was due to an important phone call.What! He never looked at my mri with me ,only stating I needed L4L5 decompression surgery.The surgery was a disaster.Pain was much worse 4 months after his botched attempt.Refered to new surgeon,confirmed the surgery with Dr Castro did more harm than good.Stay away form Conerstone and Dr Castro!

Dr. Castro has performed two back surgeries on me. Both were extremely successful. Now, I'm dealing with hip pain. Dr. Castro referred me to Dr. Kawasaki who has helped me. Dr. Castro always looks for the best solution with or without surgery.

Very professional. Answered all my questions and concerns regarding cervical issues.

Dr. Castro was very generous with his time and really explained to me the detailed issues involved with my spine. In 2009, he performed a spine laminectomy to treat my spinal strenuous at L4 and L5. I was in severe pain, had lost a great deal of leg function and was likely to be in a wheelchair at a very young age. Dr. Castro’s surgery on my spine was very successful, giving me many years of pain free physical activity. He also did a very good job of explaining to me that in the future, I would likely have more problems with my spine. It’s now 2021 and, as Dr. Castro predicted in 2008, I again need additional surgery to correct stenosis at L3. I feel fortunate and blessed that Dr. Andrew Castro is willing to help me again. I have complete confidence in his skill. He has earned my respect and his positive outlook on life and physical activity has helped me heal on a level beyond my spine. My highest recommendation! Randall C. Greaves, PhD