KANSAS CITY, KS, February 11, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dr. Glynis L. Castaneda, DO, MS, has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Castaneda is a respected surgeon and physician. She was inspired to enter the medical profession by her Native American and Hispanic heritage, with the objective of improving health care access for marginalized communities. Dr. Castaneda chose surgery not only in response to the underrepresentation of Native American and Hispanic women within the specialty, but because she has felt a deep calling to surgery since the age of seven. She remains committed to advancing Indian Health Services on a national scale through research, advocacy, and service.

In 2025, Dr. Castaneda initiated her tenure as a surgical resident at the University of Arizona. In this capacity, she performs surgical procedures across multiple specialties and currently ranks within the top 10 percent nationally among first year surgical interns for operative volume. In addition, she mentors students from high school through medical school. Dr. Castaneda is also engaged in conducting and publishing research in trauma and surgery, contributing to advancements in her field.

Concurrently, Dr. Castaneda owns GG's Alpaca Farm LLC. Since launching the company and GG's Fleece in 2020, she has demonstrated entrepreneurial acumen by integrating sustainability into business practices while supporting local economies. Additionally, she leads Glynis Leigh LLC, established in 2023, where she oversees business development and content creation initiatives aligned with her commitment to community engagement and innovation. Dr. Castaneda is also the owner of Lucky 13 Rock and Commercial Construction LLC, which she founded in 2024 to further diversify her professional portfolio.

Exceptional academic credentials further define Dr. Castaneda's presence across multiple platforms and industries. She earned a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Kansas in 2017, followed by a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Kansas City University in 2019. Dr. Castaneda earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2024.

Dr. Castaneda credits strong social and family networks and an unwavering passion for medicine for her advancement thus far. She is also proud of her adaptability and resilience in the face of external negativity regarding her career aspirations. Dr. Castaneda encourages others to pursue their calling or passion regardless of barriers and believes firmly that each person brings unique gifts and a distinct purpose in life.

To maintain a broad network of professional and civic affiliations, Dr. Castaneda holds memberships in the American College of Surgeons, the American Osteopathic Association, the De Soto Chamber of Commerce, and the Kansas City Cherokee Community. She is a surgical resident at the University of Arizona and currently holds the title of Miss World Kansas. She has also previously held the titles of Miss Wyandotte County USA and Miss Kansas Regency International. Dr. Castaneda is actively involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation in Kansas and Missouri and collaborates with leadership within the Cherokee Nation to support initiatives aimed at improving tribal health care systems. These affiliations reflect her dedication to maintaining high professional standards while remaining deeply engaged in community service, leadership, and advocacy.

Dr. Castaneda was humbled to be included among the Top 100 Most Influential Women of 2025, calling it a testament to her impact on both her profession and her community. To maintain balance, she spends time with her family and dogs and enjoys solving puzzles.

Looking toward the future, Dr. Castaneda is committed to completing her surgical residency while expanding her entrepreneurial ventures. Drawing on her proud Mexican and Cherokee Native American heritage, she leads initiatives in sustainable alpaca farming and clothing production through GG's Alpaca Farm LLC and GG's Fleece. These efforts emphasize regenerative agriculture through participation in the USDA EQIP program and focus on holistic land stewardship, food as medicine principles, and restoring soil, water, and ecosystems without pesticides or chemicals, honoring the natural integrity of the land as God intended.

Addressing environmental challenges such as dying rivers, Dr. Castaneda obtained a permit in 2024 to surface mine responsibly. Through Lucky 13 Rock and Commercial Construction LLC, she works to preserve natural river rock resources and ensure waterways are protected and restored for future generations. She also provides dynamic content creation and advances innovative, community oriented solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration, economic vitality, and technology based medicine.

Dr. Castaneda remains dedicated to philanthropy, continually exploring new opportunities to assist those in need while passionately advancing sustainable technologies to build healthier communities on a national and global scale.

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