Miguel A Palacios, M.D.

Miguel A. Palacios, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and proud Texas native, originally from Round Rock. He earned his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara and completed a Pre-Internship year at New York Medical College. In 2014, he relocated to San Antonio to begin his residency at UT Health San Antonio (formerly UTHSCSA), which he has called home ever since.

During his residency, Dr. Palacios distinguished himself with multiple accolades, including the Second Year Resident Recognition Award (2015–2016), the Excellence in Clinical Geriatrics Award (2016–2017), and the Advanced Primary Care Award (2016–2017).

In July 2017, Dr. Palacios joined the Department of Family and Community Medicine at UT Health San Antonio as a core faculty member. From 2019 to 2024, he served as the inaugural Associate Clinic Director of the Family Health Center at the Robert B. Green Campus. In March 2024, he was appointed Medical Director for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies at UT Health San Antonio. In January 2025, he transitioned his clinical practice to Gonzaba Medical Group where he currently treats patients.

He practices full-scope family medicine, caring for patients across all age groups. His professional interests include caring for underserved populations, behavioral health, procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Dr. Palacios is committed to continuous professional growth. He is a graduate of the UT Health Clinical Skills & Effectiveness Course (Cohort #21) and the UTSA School of Business Executive Development Program for Emerging Health Leaders (Cohort #4).

Currently, Dr. Palacios serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine and Medical Director for the Department of Physician Assistant Studies. He is actively involved in training medical students, PA students, and resident physicians. His excellence in education has been recognized with several awards, including:

• Academy of Educational Scholars STAR Educator Award (2022)
• Family Medicine Clerkship Preceptor of the Year (2023)
• Outstanding Clinic-Based Teacher Award, UT Health FM Residency (2018, 2024)

Outside of medicine, Dr. Palacios enjoys outdoor activities, home improvement projects, and quality time with his family. He and his wife Maria are proud parents of three children—Santiago, Mariel, and Abigail—who are his greatest source of joy.