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Dr. Robert Cantu, MD

Dr. Robert Cantu, MD

Forensic Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Cantu, MD is a forensic psychiatrist in Austin, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1987. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

2911 Medical Arts St Ste 13 Austin, TX 78705

Make an Appointment

(512) 469-5844

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cantu specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cantu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cantu

3.3

23 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
35%
35%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jill Billimek – Jan 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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CB in Austin – May 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
14 people found this helpful
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Austin, TX – Nov 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Austin, TX – Feb 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Emelda E. in Austin, TX – Jul 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Cantu, MD is a forensic psychiatrist in Austin, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1987. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Forensic Psychiatry

  • Addiction Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

  • Adult Psychiatry

  • Clinical Pharmacology

  • Eating Disorders

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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More than three years ago
Texas Medical Board

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Locations

Practice

University Spine & Sports Medicine Inc2911 Medical Arts St Ste 13 Austin, TX 78705
1
Office1717 W 6th St Ste 440 Austin, TX 78703
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 86
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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