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Dr. Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo, DPM

Dr. Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo, DPM

Podiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Albuquerque, NM and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE in 1996. She is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

8224 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste C Albuquerque, NM 87113

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Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo

4.4

14 ratings, 10 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John Romero – Jan 31, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 16, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca – Sep 21, 2020
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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
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Jul 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Victoria J Starks – Apr 30, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Angela – Mar 12, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rt Rev Harold L. Trott – Mar 09, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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D. Thomas – Mar 02, 2020
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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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S.Chavez – Feb 10, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
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David Ekhaguere – Feb 05, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

I seek to help patient's live a healthy and active lifestyle. I also enjoy seeing diabetic patients to help them not only treat foot ailments but also prevent them. My patients and their care are of utmost importance to me and I hope that when...read more

biography

Medical School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine; New York, NY

Residency: Tuscon General Hospital; Tucson, Arizona

Memberships: Member, American Podiatric Medical Association Member, New Mexico...
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  • Podiatry

  • Pediatric Podiatry

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

  • Tucson General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • New York College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • University Of Toronto, Ontario

    Undergraduate School, 1991
  • English

  • Spanish

Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    La Cueva Family Healthcare Inc.8224 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste C Albuquerque, NM 87113
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lovelace Medical Center

      601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
      Albuquerque, NM 87102

      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

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

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