Medical oncologist Dani Castillo, M.D., was inspired to become a physician by the experience of a family member diagnosed with cancer. City of Hope’s patient-centered culture and ample research opportunities drew her to join the staff. In her view, she and each of her patients form a team. Her goal is to understand their values and to enable them to make well-informed decisions about their care. Dr. Castillo sees patients in Duarte, California, and is fluent in English, Mandarin, Spanish and German.
After her medical training, Dr. Castillo conducted stem cell transplantation research as a postdoctoral fellow at University of California, San Diego, and lung cancer investigations as a research associate at University of Southern California. She has been recognized with a Merit Award at the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting and an Abstract Achievement Award at the 2012 American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition. When she came on board at City of Hope in 2023, she had a dozen peer-reviewed scientific publications to her credit, including studies in the Journal of Clinical Oncology and Blood. She is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Castillo's clinical interests are primarily centered around clinical trials in esophageal and gastric cancers. "I am fortunate to collaborate with world-class surgeons who specialize in these areas. Together, we emphasize a multidisciplinary approach to provide comprehensive treatment for patients diagnosed with these conditions."
Away from the lab and the clinic, Dr. Castillo enjoys Zumba, traveling and watching NBA games.
