Assistant Professor of PA Medicine
Director of Clinical Education
Dr. Castro is a graduate of the University of Lynchburg’s Master of PA Medicine and Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) programs. She completed her DMSc fellowship in Emergency Medicine at Centra Health and continues to show passion for Emergency Medicine in her teaching. A Lynchburg native, Dr. Castro enjoys the outdoors, cooking, exercising, and spending quality time with her husband and two boys.
Education
- Bachelor of Health Sciences – James Madison University
- Masters in Physician Assistant Medicine – University of Lynchburg
- Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) – University of Lynchburg
Teaching Areas
- Community Clinic
- Medical Practice
- Physical Diagnosis
- Problem Based Learning
Clinical Experience
- Emergency Medicine
- Long Term Acute Care
Licensure
- Virginia PA Licensure
- NCCPA certified
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Virginia Academy of PAs
Areas of Interest
- Emergency Medicine