Lauren M Castro

Aug 27, 2026

Victoria T.

Lauren C. was always nice, patient and understanding. She would always address my concerns and created a safe environment for me to ask questions. She is super friendly and would pause to make sure I understood procedures and any unknowns to me or my husband.

Aug 26, 2026

Victoria T.

Lauren C. was always nice, patient and understanding. She would always address my concerns and created a safe environment for me to ask questions. She is super friendly and would pause to make sure I understood procedures and any unknowns to me or my husband.

Aug 25, 2026

Yaisaira V.

Aug 20, 2026

Janna G.

Lauren was amazing! I felt so comfortable the entire time. She explained everything throughly and was a great listener!

Aug 20, 2026

Denise S.

Lauren is always so warm, caring, and attentive. I never feel rushed, she answers all my questions and addresses my concerns with compassion.

Aug 19, 2026

Kristy F.

Understanding and caring. Made me feel comfortable even though I was a pile of nerves as I am navigating my first pregnancy.

Aug 18, 2026

Sophia R.

Jul 29, 2026

Silvia Z.

Jun 19, 2026

Katelyn H.

Friendly, knowledgeable, patient

Jun 18, 2026

Sierra L.

Very kind and empathetic. Able to look at what was happening with me and provide answers and a solution in a way that wasn’t scary and felt reassuring. Answered messages in the portal quickly as well.

Jun 3, 2026

Dina G.

Answered all my questions and provided me information/recommendations on potential options for treatment/care. Provided me with the necessary follow up screenings to further investigate my symptoms.Made me feel at ease during my visit.

Jun 2, 2026

Dina A.

Answered all my questions and provided me information/recommendations on potential options for treatment/care. Provided me with the necessary follow up screenings to further investigate my symptoms.

May 14, 2026

Karen E.

Very friendly and professional

Apr 20, 2026

Adriana A.

Lauren is truly an amazing midwife. Very knowledgeable, kind, respectful and caring.

Apr 11, 2026

Renette M.

That was the most pleasant experience I have ever had with a OBGYN Exam. I wish I would have found her sooner.

Apr 10, 2026

Misha G.

Always a great visit! Love the staff here, and Lauren is so sweet! Listened to all of my concerns and answered all of my questions:)

Apr 10, 2026

Renette M.

That was the most pleasant experience I have ever had with a OBGYN Exam. I wish I would have found her sooner.

Mar 26, 2026

Myla K.

Dr Lauren was very nice and informative. The checkup went smoothly and she answered all my questions. I learned a lot and felt very safe throughout the entire checkup. Very memorable experience

Mar 25, 2026

Mitra B.

Mar 12, 2026

Paulina S.

Mar 10, 2026

Kassandra M.

She is great! Always makes me feel calm during my visits

Mar 10, 2026

Katie V.

Best doctor i have ever had. So caring and sweet. I wish i can have her for all my visits.

Mar 9, 2026

Patti T.

Excellent bed side manners

Mar 5, 2026

Kaelyn C.

Feb 18, 2026

Brenda O.

She was amazing, made me feel at ease.

Feb 18, 2026

Caroline K.

Feb 16, 2026

Carla E.

Feb 16, 2026

Teresa B.

She was very knowledgeable offering solutions to my concerns and listening to my questions. Communicates well and I didn’t feel rushed.

Feb 13, 2026

Vanessa F.

Lauren was very nice she was able to answer all questions I had

Feb 9, 2026

Kimberly M.

Feb 6, 2026

Marci T.

Feb 5, 2026

Brittany B.

She was fantastic! Listened to my questions and helpful in her answers.

Feb 5, 2026

Diane T.

Jan 27, 2026

Suzanna O.

Jan 27, 2026

Kelly M.

Super friendly and attentive. She was factual without leading either way. She made me feel comfortable in an otherwise uncomfortable setting. She explained what was happening and answered all questions.

Jan 23, 2026

Ariana S.

Warm personality, and very knowledgeable. Immensely enjoy my appointments with her.

Jan 23, 2026

Diana B.

She has great bedside manner and always asked at the beginning and end of my appointment if I had concerns.

Jan 23, 2026

Victoria H.

Lauren is kind, thorough, and a good listener.

Jan 22, 2026

Ellinor H.

Jan 14, 2026

Jessica J.

Dec 25, 2025

Mia A.

Great therapeutic communication

Dec 24, 2025

Thao V.

She is very friendly

Dec 17, 2025

Dulce O.

Dec 17, 2025

Kristen D.

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Dec 12, 2025

Emily M.

Lauren was amazing! She listened to all my concerns and responded in a calm, comforting, and logical way.

Dec 11, 2025

Courtney A.

Lauren is kind, professional and empathetic!

Dec 3, 2025

Victoria T.

Lauren was so sweet and so nice!! She made us feel comfortable to ask questions and was really friendly.

Dec 2, 2025

Lang L.

Was very sincere and tentative to my feelings. Lauren was very patient and has the biggest heart and ears to listen to my concerns and will explain in a way where I can understand my recurrent losses.

Dec 1, 2025

Jennifer H.

Such an amazing healthcare provider and individual!

Nov 30, 2025

Denise V.

Great bed side manner very thorough!

Nov 18, 2025

Pil P.

Oct 7, 2025

Emily R.

Lauren Sylwester was absolutely amazing! Very comforting and kind. She was very supportive and I appreciate her walking me through everything that was going to happen. It made my anxiety about the appointment completely disappear. Thank you so much!

Sep 23, 2025

Jessica L.

Lauren was personable and listened.

Sep 23, 2025

Katie V.

Doctor Lauren Sylwester is very sweet and caring. She made me feel so comfortable thoughout the appointment! Can't wait to book another appointment with her!

Sep 22, 2025

Christy N.

What I like about my experience is she listen and provide feedback and gave me referral to get more help and always have me feeling at ease

Sep 22, 2025

Jenna C.

I thought she was very peonable and relatable and listened to me as well as offered good suggestions

Sep 17, 2025

Pernille S.

Lauren is a conscientious and thorough provider. She made me feel comfortable and heard. She is both kind and inclusive with her language around healthcare.

Aug 27, 2025

Ari D.

Lauren is compassion and attentive. She made me feel relaxed with her confidence and manner.

Aug 5, 2025

Bach T.

She was gentle and other person that I have before and sweet.

Jul 29, 2025

Alexis P.

Lauren was extremely kind and professional. She made me feel very comfortable

Jul 16, 2025

Lynzee D.

Lauren was amazing! She made me and my boyfriend feel comfortable right away.

Jul 15, 2025

Rylee B.

Very nice and understanding. Patient and made me feel comfortable.

Jun 27, 2025

Nathalie A.

she was very personable and easily approachable so i felt comfortable asking her anything

Jun 19, 2025

Nikki F.

Lauren is very friendly, open, and very informative.

Jun 18, 2025

Nikki G.

Lauren is very friendly, open, and very informative.

May 16, 2025

Amy E.

Lauren was friendly and professional, she was able to answer all my questions. The exam was quick and she made me comfortable in what can sometimes be an uncomfortable exam.

May 2, 2025

Raluca L.

Friendly , knowledgeable

Apr 17, 2025

Linh M.

Lauren is a pleasant and caring provider. I did not feel rushed during my appointment.

Apr 8, 2025

Annette A.

Thorough questioning of my needs and experiences with this prescription. Empathetic and professional.

Apr 2, 2025

Courtney A.

Lauren was super sweet and took her time to clarify any questions I had. She made me feel very comfortable and I could tell she genuinely wanted to help which made a big difference in my overall experience! I’d highly recommend seeing her

Mar 21, 2025

Tania M.

She answered all my 100 questions with patience. She did not rush me nor did I feel rushed at this appointment. I walked out of my appointment happy. I would definitely go back to Lauren Sylwester

Mar 19, 2025

Negin K.

Lauren was amazing! Very helpful understanding and comforting, put my mind at ease.

Mar 18, 2025

Christa S.

Mar 13, 2025

Jenny C.

She is very dedicated and very caring

Mar 7, 2025

Sheli J.

Kind, warm, and understanding. Made me very comfortable, asked questions and listened and answered my questions.

Feb 24, 2025

Mollye G.

Feb 17, 2025

Amanda O.

Feb 6, 2025

Cheyanne K.

was so nice, everything went well. Let me see as much as I can of my baby on ultrasound

Jan 27, 2025

Nancy G.

She was really professional and nice with me.

Jan 15, 2025

Victoria H.

She was very caring and gentle

Jan 14, 2025

Catherine C.

Lauren was so kind, took the time to listen to all of my concerns and most importantly made me feel comfortable. Thank you Lauren for the best patient experience !

Jan 10, 2025

Yesenia A.

Jan 6, 2025

Delmy R.

From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, we were greeted with such kindness and respect. The front office staff explained not just paperwork, but also expectations for the visit. The back office staff was just as kind. Our practitioner, Lauren, took her time in the visit and walked us through and answered each of our questions. She made us feel welcomed and at ease as first time parents.

Jan 2, 2025

Susana B.

Explicitly explained what the expectations were for the visit. Shared many images of our baby with us. Thoroughly answered questions asked and gave suggestions on medical concerns brought up.

Dec 31, 2024

Jessica Z.

she’s very caring and always looks out for the best care.

Dec 30, 2024

Katherine H.

Dec 23, 2024

Kaleigh J.

She was very informative and real when explaining procedures to me

Dec 22, 2024

Mariana S.

She listened to my concerns and helped find a solution the same visit.

Dec 4, 2024

Itzell B.

Dr. Sylwester took the time to ask me questions about my history and elaborate on some of my questions I had. I had a very great first experience.

Nov 21, 2024

Ann L.

Nov 21, 2024

Alicia A.

Oct 25, 2024

Linda N.

Oct 22, 2024

Samantha B.

Oct 22, 2024

Danni S.

Dr. Sylwester was amazing! She was incredibly kind, informative, listened intently, & answered any questions I had with sincerity. She has really amazing bedside manner. I felt instantly at ease & comfortable when she walked into the room. Highly recommend.

Oct 16, 2024

Valerie F.

Sep 17, 2024

Moncerrat C.

Sep 10, 2024

Carrie A.

Aug 1, 2024

Michele M.

Jul 31, 2024

Rana G.

Jul 16, 2024

Jessica J.

Jul 3, 2024

Karla A.

Jun 28, 2024

Nicki G.

Jun 26, 2024

Thiquynh N.

Jun 25, 2024

Lanchi N.

Jun 25, 2024

mariana p.

Lauren was fantastic! She was so attentive, answered all my questions and didnt make me feel stupid when providing answers. The best gynecological visit I have ever had. I feel taken care of.

May 28, 2024

Kristen K.

May 23, 2024

Claudia O.

May 16, 2024

Anh N.

May 16, 2024

Lisa H.

Lauren was so kind and patient and she really listened to my concerns and put me at ease. I am very happy to have met her.

May 15, 2024

Monserat G.

May 3, 2024

Kristina N.

Apr 24, 2024

Rana G.

She was very nice and super understanding.

Apr 22, 2024

Bianca M.

OB visit was very helpful and informative. I felt comfortable asking any questions I had. The Midwife was super friendly with great bedside manner. 10/10, thank you!

Apr 19, 2024

Laura L.

Lauren is AMAZING. Not only did we click on a personable level but she is everything you’re looking for in a midwife.

Apr 18, 2024

Lydia P.

Apr 10, 2024

Ruchika B.

She is an exceptional midwife and a wonderful person. Highly recommend her and she is awesome.

Apr 10, 2024

Carolina B.

Friendly and easy going. Answered all our concerns. Very knowledgeable. Loved my visit with her

Mar 29, 2024

Julissa F.

I absolutely love meeting with Lauren. She is very attentive and gets the conversation going so easily. It’s so easy talking to her about my pregnancy progression.

Mar 28, 2024

Kay

Patient and KnowledgeableShe is very knowledgeable and informative. Easy to speak with and she took her time by giving me her full attention. I didn’t feel rushed and she was patient with me in all the questions I had.

Mar 27, 2024

Lorraine G.

Made me feel very comfortable and answered all my questions would really like to see her every time I go

Mar 27, 2024

Denise V.

Friendly and very detailed in explaining everything .

Mar 27, 2024

Kuahine M.

She is very knowledgeable and informative. Easy to speak with and she took her time by giving me her full attention. I didn’t feel rushed and she was patient with me in all the questions I had.

Mar 27, 2024

Nancy M.

It was really good

Mar 23, 2024

Lindsay B.

Lauren walked in the room and made me feel so comfortable. She chatted with me about my medical history and then walked me through each step of what she was doing. Highly recommend.

Mar 22, 2024

Victoria K.

Mar 22, 2024

Lindsay B.

Lauren walked in the room and made me feel so comfortable. She chatted with me about my medical history and then walked me through each step of what she was doing.

Mar 21, 2024

Flory H.

How quickly I was seen !

Mar 21, 2024

Sarina L.

I was in and out of the office within 30 minutes and able to get all my questions answered without being rushed - this is the fastest dr visit I’ve been to. And in a good way! Got my Pap smear and bloodwork and spoke with doctor all under an hour.

Mar 11, 2024

Sandy D.

Mar 8, 2024

Tugce Y.

She was so kind and positive

Mar 8, 2024

Ashley E.

Mar 7, 2024

Stephanie T.

Amazing ! Helpful and always listening to one’s concerns.

Mar 5, 2024

Kate L.

Very friendly and patient with answering all my questions in detail.

Mar 4, 2024

Anisa V.

Lauren is very thorough, gentle and informative. Love her!

Feb 23, 2024

Claudia O.

Feb 14, 2024

Adriana Z.

Her suggestions and how she made me feel reassured of my concerns. Letting me know what was going on and answering my questions. Very pleasant to always see her. I can count on booking an appointment with her knowing I’m in good hands.

Feb 14, 2024

Jennifer A.

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Feb 8, 2024

Victoria F.

Feb 5, 2024

Cecilia J.

This my first time with her and she was great ! I’m always nervous meeting a provider for the first time. But she honestly has good bedside manners and takes her time educating you. I 100% recommend her.

Jan 31, 2024

Danyel M.

She was very nice and informative. Procedure was super easy and smooth

Jan 26, 2024

Erika R.

She took the time to listen and address comments and questions. Very warm and welcoming.

Jan 23, 2024

Sydney M.

Lauren is friendly, kind, an excellent communicator, knowledgeable, and very reassuring. 10/10

Jan 22, 2024

Mayra B.

Very sweet. Took time to answer my questions

Jan 9, 2024

Meredith C.

Lauren is is one of the only providers I’ve had in my life that I feel like truly listens and takes into account my feelings about my own body as a patient. She is reassuring, knowledgeable, and compassionate. My husband and I feel very confident with her as our midwife. I’m so thankful we found her.

Jan 9, 2024

Samantha M.

She is friendly and makes you feel comfortable.

Jan 8, 2024

Sophia H.

Jan 5, 2024

Yesenia O.

Jan 3, 2024

Mary S.

Jan 2, 2024

Megan G.

Jan 2, 2024

Samantha L.

Lauren made me feel comfortable and cared for. She is so sweet and I would recommend her to anyone!

Jan 1, 2024

Silvia G.

The doctor was very patient, knowledgeable, professional, personable, and gave excellent advice!

Dec 23, 2023

Ruchika B.

Dec 22, 2023

Jane J.

Very kind, patient and listened to all my concerns. Would see her again.

Dec 22, 2023

Meaghan H.

Dec 20, 2023

Nathalie C.

Good listener and very caring. She is very patient with me and sincere in answering all my questions. She is very kind individual with pleasing personality. All the staffs were very accomodating ang very friendly. I always look forward to going there. Thank you Lauren and staff!

Dec 19, 2023

Nathalia M.

Good listener and very caring. You can really apppreciate her sincerity and answered all my questions with patience. Very pleasing personality. Thank you Lauren..

Dec 18, 2023

Karen C.

Respectful of wishes

Dec 16, 2023

Sarah H.

Dec 15, 2023

Julissa F.

Thank you Lauren for making women’s care less scary for women especially first time mommy’s. You are definitely doing what you were meant to be doing in life.

Dec 15, 2023

Antaye T.

One her personality was great and she’s also very informative! She’s so easy to talk too and I she made me feel super comfortable. I’ve found my new OBGYN :)

Dec 15, 2023

Lydia P.

Dec 14, 2023

Amika D.

Dec 13, 2023

Kari J.

She was present and a very good listener. She didn’t appeared rushed and took her time explaining everything thoroughly. I’d highly recommend her!

Dec 13, 2023

Kari J.

She was present and a very good listener. She didn’t appeared rushed and took her time explaining everything thoroughly. I’d highly recommend her!

Dec 11, 2023

Crystal E.

Lauren Sylwester was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable and informed which is so important when I go to my visits

Dec 7, 2023

Ambar G.

Dec 6, 2023

Lauren A.

Lauren was really nice and friendly. She spent her time answering all of our questions and was very knowledgeable. She really made us feel good and positive throughout the visit.

Dec 6, 2023

Mayra M.

Dec 4, 2023

Jesucita G.

Excellent service and professional

Nov 29, 2023

Carolyn W.

Great bed side manner easy to talk to about sensitive subjects

Nov 13, 2023

Haley N.

Nov 13, 2023

Lisa M.

Lauren is pleasant and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!

Nov 8, 2023

Allison E.

Nov 7, 2023

Elizabeth H.

Very nice, informative and sensitive. She made me feel comfortable

Nov 7, 2023

Elizabeth H.

Made me feel comfortable and she was kind, sensitive and informative

Nov 3, 2023

Marianne G.

Oct 25, 2023

Cynthia H.

Oct 21, 2023

Konstantina S.

She was a wonderful listener, knowledgeable, and reassuring. Calm energy.

Oct 20, 2023

Feei S.

Lauren was very attentive, caring and knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable to ask any questions I had.

Oct 16, 2023

Hieu T.

Lauren is professional and has good bedside manners.

Oct 11, 2023

Laura S.

She was very nice

Oct 10, 2023

Nereyda E.

Me escuchó con atención. Me hizo muchas preguntas para informarse bien sobre mi salud actual. Y también contestó mis preguntas, me dió recomendaciones sobre mi salud, y me hizo un pap test, es muy profesional con su trato a los pacientes. Es joven pero tiene gran potencial, estoy muy agradecida por el trato que me dió.

Oct 5, 2023

Evelyn M.

Really knowledgeable. Explained everything thoroughly. Extremely nice.

Oct 4, 2023

Erika A.

Oct 2, 2023

Stephanie S.

Lauren was fantastic! She made my first prenatal appointment so wonderful. She was kind, personable and knowledgeable. She answered all my questions and made me feel at ease. Thank you Lauren!

Sep 28, 2023

Uyen T.

Sep 26, 2023

Ashlyn G.

She was really kind and helpful with any questions I had!

Sep 26, 2023

Corissa T.

Lauren is an awesome caregiver. She's very thorough and always makes me feel at ease.

Sep 20, 2023

Elizabeth L.

Lauren and all of the staff members I interacted with were so warm, welcoming and helpful. I really appreciated the time Lauren spent answering our questions and we never felt rushed. Really happy we chose to begin our first pregnancy care here!

Sep 12, 2023

Linda S.

Mar 16, 2026

Loan P.

Very friendly and informative. Took her time to explain every step for my first time here.

Oct 2, 2023

Sheila T.

Lauren’s calm and friendly demeanor

Sep 28, 2023

Ngan N.

Dec 31, 2025

Tina T.

Friendly and knowledgeable

Dec 5, 2024

Ngoc S.

She is really nice, professional and clearly explained and provided useful information

Jan 31, 2025

Melissa M.

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Midwives Help Mothers-to-Be Plan the Birth Experience They Would Like at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

Lauren M Castro, CNM

About

Languages

Provider Specialty

Areas of Care

Education

Preceptorship

Preceptorship

Allied Health Education

Preceptorship - Certified Nurse Midwife

Locations & Affiliations

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Orange Coast Medical Center (Health and Wellness Pavilion)

Affiliations

Insurance

Patient Reviews

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