Exceptional Care for Diabetes
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Reach out to the medical professionals at US Diabetes Care for efficient diabetic services. We treat patients age 10 years and above. No referrals are needed as we work with your Primary Care Physician. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Every diabetes diagnosis is unique, we spend time getting to know you as a person, your environment, family life and stressors so we can provide you with the individualized care and support you deserve. We will ask the questions below.
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Have you ever been treated for diabetes or have a strong family history?
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Is your A1C greater than 6.5?
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Are you a Type 1 or a Type 2 diabetic on an insulin pump?
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Do you have diabetes and struggle with weight loss?
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After our unique diagnosis and thorough evaluation of your medical history and reports, we provide you with the best medical care possible.
Comprehensive Diabetic Care & Education
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Initial one hour diabetes assessment
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Group diabetes sessions to provide extensive education about self-care
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Prescribe right medications
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Partnership with labs to perform quick diabetes tests
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We accept most insurance with no speciality co-pay. Don't get stuck to an insulin pump. With proper education and medical care, you'll live a happier and healthier life.
Daniel Castro, M.D., FACP, CDCES, Dipl. ACLM, CDC Lifestyle Coach
Medical Director
CDCES Certified
Internal Medicine / Lifestyle Medicine
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423-616-0635
Born in New York and raised in California and Chile has given Dr. Castro the ability to adapt to multiple cultures. Completing his undergraduate study at California State University, Northridge with a double bachelor's degree in Biology and Chemistry. His medical education was at Loma Linda University, continuing his residency program specializing in Internal Medicine. Once this program was completed, he became Chief Resident and then joined the Internal Medicine and Family Medicine faculty. This is where he developed his passion for teaching and working with students and residents.
Dr. Castro held multiple leadership roles over the years, both in his Church as well as his professional career. For many years, he served as co-host of a Spanish radio show on health-related topics in Southern California. He and his wife are very involved locally with Church and teaching health seminars and cooking classes for the community. Highlights of his professional roles include Chief of General Internal Medicine at Loma Linda Veterans Administration Medical Center, working as overseer for the physicians in the clinics and hospital settings. Most recently, the Lead Medical Officer for the Morristown Veterans Administration Clinic and is now transitioning as Medical Director for US Diabetes Care.
Over the last several years, Dr. Castro has developed a growing interest in diet, lifestyle, and health outcomes. He completed Board Certifications in Lifestyle Medicine in 2019 to complement his Board Certifications in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. He is CDCES certified which means he is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. He is also a certified CDC Lifestyle Coach. He wishes to integrate his Internal Medicine skills with Lifestyle Medicine with those patents that desire to work towards better health by making wise lifestyle choices and to help battle the diabetes epidemic.
Dr. Castro, his wife, and their children enjoy spending time outdoors in the garden, on his farm, hiking, traveling, and camping.
Tyler Hopkins
RD, LD, CSG
Quality Coordinator
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Tyler is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a Board Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition (CSG). He received his Bachelor of Science in Medical Dietetics from the Ohio State University. After graduation he spent several years in Hawaii providing nutrition care in a multicultural setting and received his board certification. Tyler has also spent time working with the Veteran's Health Administration providing nutrition care for hemodialysis patients.
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As a dietitian, Tyler primarily focuses on lifestyle and dietary management of chronic disease. He is excited to channel this experience into diet education for diabetes management.
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Tyler’s education, excellent skills and experience provide the perfect fit as Quality Coordinator for the ADA (American Diabetes Association) Recognition Program at U.S. Diabetes Care. His skills are an integral part of our new wound care program for patient education and assessment of nutritional needs to aid in the healing process.
