Dr. Cándido L. Otero, MD?

Dr. Cándido L. Otero, MD

Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

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Dr. Candido L. Otero is a retired pathologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Otero is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Otero did two Fellowships, the first Fellowship was Cytopathology, the study of the cell, at Shans Jacksonville, Florida and the second Felllowship, Oncological Surgical Pathology, was done at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Otero can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Otero may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.

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Cándido L. Otero Medical Doctor 1962

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Energy Is All We Are
Our body and life are directed by many electrical forces that sometimes, we lose perspective of our body tissue and life. It is amazing the dependency of those forces, and the role they play with our inorganic and organic matter to sustain the body. These forces are electrical, electromagnetic, and...
Inflammation
Inflammation is a response to injury of vascularized tissue. This tissue inflammation response could be classified as acute or chronic. Acute response is composed of three major reactions which are increase blood flow and vascular diameter if the vessels, microvascular changes permitting...
The significant of hydrogen atom in the human life.
Hydrogen (H) is the simplest element in the universe. Everything is not made of hydrogen in the universe. However, the elemental mass fraction of hydrogen in the universe is approximately seventy three point nine percent (73.9 %), so almost nothing can get by without a hydrogen molecule in the...
Why to do or not to do autopsies
Autopsies are a diagnostic procedure that gives the families more information about disease processes that caused the patient's demise. It can identify an unknown primary malignancy not taken into consideration as cause of the death. In addition, pathology performs a more thorough examination that...
Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer of blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow. It reduces the capacity of the body to fight infection. Many types of leukemia exist such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, acute myeloid leukemia, and chronic lymphoblastic leukemia. Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) is a...
The Atom
We are fragments of universal light energy, the undetermined consciousness, sub-atomic particles which are creator of the atom. They becomes a determined consciousness, which is the creator of our state of being, and is what and who we are in the universe. We are all entangled with everything...
Intra-ductal Papilloma of the breast
Intraductal PapillomaIntraductal papilloma is a small noncancerous (benign) tumor that grows in the milk ducts of the breast. Abnormal nipple discharge may be identified and most of the time is not associated with lactation. A single papilloma does not raise the risk of breast cancer unless there...
Laboratory Results and Opinion
Laboratory results are variable. They depend on what type of result your physician is looking for based on your symptoms of sign your are presenting at the time of you visit. The laboratory medicine, pathology is composed of two main branches, anatomical pathology(body parts), and clinical...
Consciousness
What is Consciousness? This is an interesting topic to discuss since everyone has different opinions about the issue. The truth is that consciousness is subjective and unique to each and everyone. Consciousness is the individual awareness of your unique thoughts, memories, feelings, sensations and...
Do you know who and what we are!
Are we matter or not? The majority of us believe that what you see is what it is and nothing else. We are entangled with the Universe where we all come from. In other words we are energy originated from the sub-atomic particle which are the backbone of the Atom. Let me start from the DNA. The DNA is...
How to listen to your body before its too late
Our body is a secret tabernacle that we need to understand in other to move on in our life experience here on earth. Most of the times we don't pay attention to the subtle massage which is spoken coming from deep in our being. There are many examples that I can tell you but it's you the one who...

Can anemia go away on its own?
No, anemia never go away completely. Everything has to do with the type of anemia and how it was acquired. For example, iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss or due to lack of nutrients, can be corrected by stopping the blood loss and eating food that are reach in iron. Diet: beans, dried fruits, eggs, lean red meat, salmon, iron-fortified bread and cereal, peas, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables (Spanish cucumber, broccoli) among others. No, anemia due to hereditary condition, the etiology (cause) of that condition needs to be assessed to find the right treatment. Severe anemia could be very serious. Loosing blood quickly can be fatal. The three main causes are red blood cell loss, lack of red blood production in the bone marrow or red cell destruction by the immune system. A hematologist would be a great choice. They will send the test to the lab. For analysis. But a complete work up is appropriate to find the etiology of the anemia. Thank you. READ MORE
Can anemia be diagnosed with a blood test?
Yes, Everything has to do with the type of anemia and how it was acquired. For example, iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss or due to lack of nutrients, can be corrected by stopping the blood loss and eating food that are reach in iron. Diet: beans, dried fruits, eggs, lean red meat, salmon, iron-fortified bread and cereal, peas, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables (Spanish cucumber, broccoli) among others. Anemia due to hereditary condition, the etiology (cause) of that condition needs to be assessed to find the right treatment. Severe anemia could be very serious. Loosing blood quickly can be fatal. The three main causes are red blood cell loss, lack of red blood production in the bone marrow or red cell destruction by the immune system. A hematologist would be a great choice. They will send the test to the lab. For analysis. But a complete work up is appropriate to find the etiology of the anemia. The complete blood count (CBC) is the most common test used to confirm anemia. It is part of the routine tests done. The complete CBC test the hemoglobin and hematocrit. The hemoglobin is the iron-rich protein part in the red blood cell that carries the oxygen. The hematocrit is a measure how much space the red blood cells take up in your blood. Low level of hemoglobin or hematocrit signify anemia. Thank you. READ MORE
How long till I get blood test results?
Usually the STD results are reported by the pathologist in 24 to 48 hours. Now cultures have to be performed and depending on what you are looking for is the time of incubation for the microorganism. Example: Chlamydia & Gonorrhea testing can be performed in 1-5 days after you have been exposed. Syphilis can be performed within three weeks after exposure. Trichomoniasis 5-28 days. Herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2, 28 days after exposure. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), 18 - 45 days after exposure. HIV - RNA, 28 days after exposure. Ureaplasma/Mycoplasma 1-3 week after exposure. Hepatitis B antigen 2 -4 week after exposure. Hepatitis C 8 - 11 weeks after exposure. Hepatitis C RNA 2-3 week after exposure. So, depending the test and when it was taken, the results could be negative or positives. when we have a no growth in our culture, another test may be required because maybe it was too early to be tested. Thank you. READ MORE
How long does biopsy pathology take?
A biopsy takes 24 to 48 hours to have a pathological diagnosis. If the biopsy shows something that needs further investigation with additional staining or a second opinion by another pathologist due to the rare findings, it could take a little longer. Thank you. READ MORE
How long does it take to get the blood test results?
The bloody results usually takes from 12 to 24 hours after the blood have been received in the laboratory. Sometimes, additional work needs to be done if there are findings that requires more testing. If the blood was drawn in a blood drawing center, it may take longer since they send all collected blood overnight to their laboratory. When you are hospitalized, the hospital laboratory does the testing and then is much faster. Thank you READ MORE
Can anemia be fixed?
Yea, anemia can be fixed. First, it’s important to know what type of anemia your daughter has and treated accordingly. Please, consult a hematologist who will be able to do a complete work up and give you a better assessment on her condition. There are different types of anemia and the root causes needs to be investigated. Anemia can be due to a bleeding issue or production issue (red blood cells), and the treatment is totally different. READ MORE
What treatments are available for anemia?
There are different treatments depending on what type of anemia you are presenting with. The types of anemia are: Anemia due to vitaminB12 deficiency; Anemia due to Folate (Folate Acid ) deficiency; Anemia due to iron deficiency; Hemolytic anemia; Idiopathic aplastic anemia; Megaloblastic anemia; Pernicious anemiaThere are more than 400 types of Anemias, and they are divided into three groups; Anemia caused by blood loss Anemia caused by decreased or faulty red blood cell production; And, Anemia caused by destruction of red blood cell. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type . For example, iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss or due to lack of nutrients, can be corrected by stopping the blood loss and eating food that are reach in iron. Diet: beans, dried fruits, eggs, lean red meat, salmon, iron-fortified bread and cereal, peas, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables (Spanish cucumber, broccoli) among others. The treatment is more dependent of the underlying cause of your anemia. A complete evaluation needs to be done to Taylor the Treatment plan. Please, check with your healthcare provider to find the etiologic factor concerning your anemia. Thank you. READ MORE
How long is anemia treatment?
Depending on the type of anemia. The etiologic factor of your anemia needs to be investigated in order to be treated correctly. However, anemia never go away completely. Everything has to do with the type of anemia and how it was acquired. For example, iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss or due to lack of nutrients, can be corrected by stopping the blood loss and eating food that are reach in iron. Diet: beans, dried fruits, eggs, lean red meat, salmon, iron-fortified bread and cereal, peas, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables (Spanish cucumber, broccoli) among others. No, anemia due to hereditary condition, the etiology (cause) of that condition needs to be assessed to find the right treatment. Severe anemia could be very serious. Loosing blood quickly can be fatal. The three main causes are red blood cell loss, lack of red blood production in the bone marrow or red cell destruction by the immune system. A hematologist would be a great choice. They will send the test to the lab. For analysis. But a complete work up is appropriate to find the etiology of the anemia. Thank you. READ MORE
What tests detect anemia?
The complete blood count (CBC) is the most common test used to confirm anemia. It is part of the routine tests done. The complete CBC test the hemoglobin and hematocrit. The hemoglobin is the iron-rich protein part in the red blood cell that carries the oxygen. The hematocrit is a measure how much space the red blood cells take up in your blood. Low level of hemoglobin or hematocrit signify anemia. Everything has to do with the type of anemia and how it was acquired. For example, iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss or due to lack of nutrients, can be corrected by stopping the blood loss and eating food that are reach in iron. Diet: beans, dried fruits, eggs, lean red meat, salmon, iron-fortified bread and cereal, peas, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables (Spanish cucumber, broccoli) among others. No, anemia due to hereditary condition, the etiology (cause) of that condition needs to be assessed to find the right treatment. Severe anemia could be very serious. Loosing blood quickly can be fatal. The three main causes are red blood cell loss, lack of red blood production in the bone marrow or red cell destruction by the immune system. A hematologist would be a great choice. They will send the test to the lab. For analysis. But a complete work up is appropriate to find the etiology of the anemia. Thank you. READ MORE
How long do anemia test results take?
Test results usually last 24 to 48 hours. This is depending on the findings and if any additional tests needs to be performed. Thank you. READ MORE
How will a pathologist test for allergies in my son?
Yes, there are: Allergy skin testing, blood tests, spirometry (lung function tests), Food challenges, medication (drug) challenge, aspirin desensitization, patch testing as well. A full allergy test consists of placing a small amount of substance (allergens) that may be causing your symptoms on the skin, most often in your forearm, upper arm or back. Skin Prick Test (SPT) is the most popular and is a quick test that gives results within 15 – 20 minutes. A doctor may test from few substances or as many as 40 at a time. Thank you. READ MORE
Should I get tests if I might have melanoma?
Yes, find a dermatologist for him to do a complete physical examination of your skin and ask for a biopsy or if he can take it out, in-office procedure, and send it to the tissue pathologist for diagnosis. Thank you. READ MORE
How often should I get blood tests to check my body's levels?
It is recommended that at least once a year you get a blood test with your annual checkup. Thank you. READ MORE
What is used to test for diabetes?
Normal blood glucose is between 70 – 100 mg/dL or 80 – 110 mg/dL depending on the lab. A blood test is used to check diabetes. Hemoglobin A1c is the test used besides measuring your blood sugar level on empty stomach. Thank you. READ MORE
My son has a constant headache that occurs around the afternoon. What could be the reason?
There are many causes of headache. However, the fact that your son eyeglasses prescription has increased it could be the cause. Please, take your son to his ophthalmologist. Thank you. READ MORE
My mother's biopsy confirmed a malignant tumor. Should we consider a second opinion before the treatment?
Usually, the laboratory uses a second Opinion from another laboratory if there were atypical cells that needed to be confirmed. I doubt that the laboratory gave you a wrong diagnosis. To answer your question, yes you can have a second opinion. Ask her Doctor and request the second opinion. Thank you. READ MORE
How can people check the liver function?
A healthcare provider will take a blood sample from vein in your arm, using a small needle, blood will be collected in a tube and send it to the lab. Thank you. READ MORE
Can a steam bath be harmful for the eyes?
It is not bad for your eyes unless there is direct exposure to heat. Thank you. READ MORE
How is HPV diagnosed?
HPV shows in vulva, vagina, cervix, rectum, anus, penis, and scrotum. Also, can be seen in mouth and throat. The way to confirm the diagnosis is when you get genital warts. A biopsy is taken, or the complete wart is excised, then sent to the laboratory to be examined and identified. Thank you. READ MORE
Forensic pathologist vs pathologist
A forensic pathologist is a pathologist who has done a fellowship (one year training) in forensic. All general pathologists do forensic pathology in their training, but a forensic pathologist do a fellowship and only work in forensic. Thank you. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Anatomical and Clinical PathologyCytopathologyOncological Surgical Pathology

Faculty Titles & Positions

Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics VA Healthcare System - Roseburg Oregon 2004 - 2009
Chief of Diagnostics & Acting Chief of Staff VA Healthcare System - Roseburg Oregon 2008 - 2009
Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics VA Healthcare System - West Texas VA 2009 - 2014
Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics & Acting Chief of Staff VA Healthcare System - West Texas VE 2011 - 2014
Medical Retirement due to Leukemia From: West Texas VA 2014 - Present
Leukemia Remission Florida 2018 - Present
Individual Investigational Research in Quantum Physics and Metaphysic Florida 2018 - Present
Writter - Book in Process to be Published - Title: Do You Know Who We Are! Newman Springs Publishing Co. 2023 - Present

Professional Memberships

American Medical Association
American Society of Cytopathology

Fellowships

Moffit Cancer Center Tampa Fl

What do you attribute your success to?

positive frame of thinking. always do something for the good of yourself and others. A positive attitude can move mountains.

Areas of research

Individual Research Study in Quantum Physics and Metaphysics. A book is in the process to be published. The title of the book is: "Do You Know Who We Are" The manuscript is in revision by Newman Spring Publishing Co.

My goal in writing this humble and informative pages, is to make you aware of who you are, and realize that everything and anything you’ve learned about life is a concept that can disappear the same very moment that it cames into existence. The universe as we know it, is only a creation of our consciousness. The only tangible concept are our thoughts that lights up as a bright light bulb, whenever we accept them, but they can disappear just at once when we aren’t conscious about it. The creation of consciousness is like a small light in the horizon that if you are not paying attention, you do not see it and your life will be the same as it had been since you were born, influenced by your surroundings and everyone in your circle, instead of being created by you.

Humanity and life are not a complicated issue if we follow the Universal law and apply it. But first, since we do not come to this material world with instructions or guidance to complete our mission of life, we need to find the purpose of our terrestrial life deep in ourselves to accomplish our mission.

It is funny, because when you are born, your parents tell you who you are, they give you a name that maybe you don’t like, and during primary and secondary education, your parents, family and friends are still influencing your character and telling you who and what you are to a point that you begin to believe it. Later, when you start to become more independent, you start questioning everything and anything happening in your present journey here on earth. Wow, now you start realizing what are your likes and dislikes. The fact that you are bombarded by all these pressures, there are no room for thoughts and nevertheless time to stand still to find yourself or character that molds you to be who you are and what your life purpose is. Then, later in life you say, hmm, this is not me and all things you are trying to accomplish in life, are either wrong or never realized.

Now, one day you wake up on the right side of your bed and say, in off. I am going to do what feels right, which go along with my personality and purpose in life. Then, from that day on, everything starts going well for you and your family.

The book starts with scientific and non-scientific descriptions and definitions, that are important for you to know to have a basic knowledge that is designed to support the truth of who we really are in what we call life.

No matter who tells you who or what you are in this life, only you know the answer of that truth. You just need to seat down and meditate. By showing love, humility and thankfulness for everything you are and asking what you need to know, you will get the answers you are looking for.

Once you discover your purpose in life and stay on that path, everything will come on your way. The universal law will take care of all those things. Just be in the present and be always aware of your I am in the present when asking. Most of all, be thankful for what you have received in the present time. Believe me, everything will fall into place. We can create something from nothing. The only thing you need is to ask in the present, even though has not been yet conceived, be thankful, love, feelings of contentment and believing that what you are asking for, it had been received. Believing without any doubt in your consciousness that what you asked its already yours.

Let’s start this journey with a warm welcome and do not forget that everything is tailored for you to become more successful and assertive. There is a world to be discovered, waiting for you and if you are willing to explore and discover, you will find what you are looking for.

Remember, the possibilities are endlessly, waiting to be discovered. What you must do is to knock at the door, it will be opened as you wish, but you must be the one who must pass through that door. The answers and discoveries in this book are for you and yours only.

Dr. Cándido L. Otero, MD's Practice location

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Get to know Pathologist Dr. Cándido L. Otero, who served patients in Florida.

Dr. Otero is a seasoned pathologist who is retired from practice and currently living in Florida.

During his active years helping others, he served as Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics and Acting Chief of Staff VA Healthcare System – West Texas VA (2011 – 2014); Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics at VA Healthcare System – West Texas VA (2009 – 2014); Chief of Diagnostics & Acting Chief of Staff at VA Healthcare System – Roseburg, Oregon (2008 – 2009); and Chief of Pathology & Diagnostics at VA Healthcare System – Roseburg, Oregon (2004 – 2009).

The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began in 1986 when he graduated with his Medical Degree from the Eastern Central University School of Medicine in the Dominican Republic. He then relocated to the United States, performing his residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 2000, and an additional residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville in 2002.

Furthering his training, Dr. Otero completed a fellowship in cytopathology at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville in 2003, after which he served as a Fellow within the Oncology Surgical Pathology Program at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer and Research Institute at the University of South Florida in Tampa.

Among his professional affiliations, he is an active member of the American Medical Association and the American Society of Cytopathology.

Pathology is a branch of medical science that involves the study and diagnosis of disease through the examination of surgically removed organs, tissues, bodily fluids, and in some cases, the whole body. Pathologists are physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and management of diseases by laboratory methods.

Dr. Otero has a book that is in the process of being published. The title of the book is: “Do You Know Who We Are” and the manuscript is in revision by Newman Spring Publishing Co.

“My goal in writing these humble and informative pages is to make you aware of who you are, and realize that everything and anything you’ve learned about life is a concept that can disappear the same very moment that it comes into existence. The universe as we know it, is only a creation of our consciousness. The only tangible concept is our thoughts that light up as a bright light bulb, whenever we accept them, but they can disappear just at once when we aren’t conscious about it. The creation of consciousness is like a small light in the horizon that if you are not paying attention, you do not see it and your life will be the same as it had been since you were born, influenced by your surroundings and everyone in your circle, instead of being created by you” expressed Dr. Otero.