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Dr. Igor DeCastro, MD

Dr. Igor DeCastro, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Igor DeCastro, MD is a neurosurgeon in Macon, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from FEDERAL UNIVERSITY FLUMINENSE / FACULTY OF MEDICINE / CENTER OF MEDICAL SCIENCES in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Navicent Health Baldwin and Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 85 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (85 reviews)

Practice

840 Pine St Ste 880 Macon, GA 31201
Telehealth available

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Dr. DeCastro is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. DeCastro specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. DeCastro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. DeCastro

4.5
85 ratings, 64 with a written review
5 star
87%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Currently recovering from a lumbar fusion. The entire office has been helpful from preparation through the post surgery experience. They are responsive and supportive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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J. M. – Jan 23, 2023
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Dr DeCastro did my neck surgery in 2020 and did a great job.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Marie – Jul 26, 2022
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Dr Decastro & his staff are AMAZING!
From the first time I stepped in Dr Decastro’s office I knew I had found the right doctor to help me. I was not disappointed. They immediately made me feel like I was part of their family by their caring & compassionate attitudes. I had a wonderful experience from start to finish. I had surgery in Nov and eight months later (June) I was released…. I honestly had tears in my eyes when I realized I’d no longer be coming back in for follow up visits. I’m certainly not one that loves to go to doctors offices…. but with this practice they never once made me dread coming in. To Dr Decastro, Logan, Tracey & Deanna ….ya’ll are THE BEST! Thanks again for taking such good care of me. ?????????? MH
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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First class care from a first class practice – Jun 18, 2022
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Amazing doctor and staff
Dr DeCastro is an amazing doctor! He done a Chiari malformation decompression surgery on me in March. He was so caring and his staff is also. Today I had a check up and was sick while I was there. One of the ladies called me about 2 hours after I left just to check on me and make sure I was feeling better. I highly recommend him and his staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Hailey Davis – May 26, 2022
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A amazing Doctor
When I first meet Dr.Decastro when i was admitted in too the hospital. He is a amazing Doctor he takes care of me making sure that my health is in excellent standard
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tomekki Mcgee – May 08, 2022
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I am very impressed with Dr Decastro. He has a very gentle and caring manner...very professional! He performed ACDF surgery. My pain is gone..thanks to Dr Decastro!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2022
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Dr DeCastro is a very caring doctor and we trust his evaluations. My husband had back surgery at Ortho Ga and it was a disaster. Dr DeCastro is helping us to try to find a solution for the pain with a Stimulator. We hope it works. At least he tried and gave us hope. Will always use him in the future. Like him very much and his office staff is very nice and helpful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Clifton R Marable – Mar 10, 2022
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Awesome Dr
Great bedside manner. Very caring
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Beverly Lacondrata – Mar 10, 2022
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GREAT
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Tommy Greene – Jan 20, 2022
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Love this place and especially Dr. DeCastro! Very knowledgeable and extremely nice!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Cynthia L Stewart – Dec 06, 2021
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Needed a refill on my pain medication right after surgery went to his office the nurse assistant came out and said he was not there would not be there until the week after what is a doctor assistant for if they cannot write pain medication when the doctor is not there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Stuart Baskette – Nov 23, 2021
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The most caring, most professional, most expert, world-class neurosurgical treatment I have ever received was delivered by Dr. DeCastro at GNI. Nobody does it better. The follow-up care is as intense as the initial care. This is admirable and very reassuring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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CORALEE WEBB – Sep 30, 2021
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Dr. DeCastro and his staff were excellent. The procedure he performed was a shunt placement. From start to finish I was provided great care. Even after my follow up Dr. DeCastro still shows what it means to truly be a good doctor. He was highly recommended by my neurologist and I can see why. As a first timer to surgery this was overall a great experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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ShaCara D. – Sep 17, 2021
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AWESOME Dr and staff
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sheila Beth Adams – Sep 02, 2021
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He was very professional and unlike my last Orthopedic doctor who didn’t listen to me, Dr. DeCastro did!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Melonie Bolton – Aug 21, 2021
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Very thorough and knowledgeable. Great doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jul 30, 2021
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Oh i can help you...lets get you setup for cement procedure in spine..fracture L2...then here you are at ER Med Center and it's I can't do it ... I don't have time....pass you off to a team of other dr's not even in the same practice??? No thank you!! Chose to sign out and go home with nothing. No No and No
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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tina haupt – Jul 13, 2021
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2 month Post-visit after SI joint fusion. Procedure results exceeded my expectations, highly recommend this procedure. Have been in pain for years. Sat through an entire baseball game without pain. Let’s Go Dr. Decastro!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 24, 2021
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Dr.Decastro has treated me for two different back problems with excellent results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Robert G – May 14, 2021
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Dr. DeCastro’s bedside manner is great! He explained everything and he really makes you feel that he cares!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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CHall – Apr 16, 2021
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About Me

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care philosophy

Georgia Neurosurgical Institute exists to provide neurosurgical care to patients of all social conditions, treating complicated problems involving the brain, spine, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. We endeavor to encourage quality care, medical...read more

biography

Utilizing minimally invasive spine techniques and microsurgical brain procedures, Dr. Igor DeCastro offers complete neurosurgical care of the brain, neck, spine and peripheral nerves. He has completed neurosurgical residency programs in both his...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

*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 Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000
  • Federal University Fluminense / Faculty Of Medicine / Center Of Medical Sciences

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • Federal University Fluminense / Faculty Of Medicine / Center Of Medical Sciences

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. DeCastro is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Georgia Neurosurgical Institute PC840 Pine St Ste 880 Macon, GA 31201
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center

      777 Hemlock St
      Macon, GA 31201

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      69%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Navicent Health Baldwin

      821 N Cobb St
      Milledgeville, GA 31061

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

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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