Dr. Michael A. Castillo, MD
Dr. Michael A. Castillo is a physician specializing in neuropathic and microvascular pain syndromes. Nationally Dr. Castillo is considered one of Arizona’s leading pain specialists. He is a graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine; completed an internship with Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency; and completed his anesthesia residency through the University of Arizona School of Medicine. Considered a leading expert in spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal catheter medication management for chronic pain syndromes, he has practiced medicine in Phoenix for twenty years.
Committed to providing the highest standard of medical care Dr. Castillo practices pain management with a family physician approach. He listens to patients, performs physical exams, and reviews tests and radiology findings, believing patients need to understand their health problems before they can make decisions regarding their treatment options. Dr. Castillo creates individualized and comprehensive treatment programs for each patient. A comprehensive plan not only treating his patients’ pain, but also integrates a healthy diet and lifestyle plan to improve their overall health.
Leading Arizona Pain Specialist
Dr. Castillo shares his expertise through teaching, speaking engagements, and contributing to medical journals. Board certified, Dr. Castillo is affiliated with Banner Baywood Medical Center and Surgical Specialty Hospital of Arizona. He is a member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine and Northern American Neuromodulation Society. Teaching other physicians, Dr. Castillo is an instructor with Advanced Neuromodulation Systems and Medtronic. Additionally to professional speaking engagements, Dr. Castillo meets with within the community to educate people about chronic pain conditions and how alternative treatments like spinal cord stimulation can help control patients’ pain.