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Agnesian Welcomes Infectious Disease Doctor
Agnesian HealthCare welcomes Carlos E. Figueroa Castro, MD, a new infectious diseases physician with Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Figueroa Castro is seeing patients on the fifth floor of the Fond du Lac Regional Clinic within Diabetes and Endocrinology services.
As an infectious disease physician, Dr. Figueroa Castro has advanced training to diagnose and treat illnesses caused by microorganisms or germs, including chronic bone and joint infections; chronic and recurrent skin and soft tissue infections; HIV-AIDS; home IV antibiotic management needs; post-operative infections; returning traveler infections; sexually-transmitted diseases; and tick-borne infections.
“Compassion, advocacy and knowledge will always be present during my encounters with patients,” says Dr. Figueroa Castro. “I believe these qualities are crucial in delivering high quality medical care. This is my commitment to every person who seeks my advice as a professional. I look forward to becoming a great resource to this community and its healthcare providers.”
Dr. Figueroa Castro received his medical degree from Universidad El Bosque, Bogota, Colombia in South America, where he is originally from. He completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and his fellowship training in infectious diseases from Creighton University School of Medicine.
He enjoys listening in music, cooking and traveling. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Figueroa Castro, call (920) 926-4530.