About
John Galan, MD, earned his undergraduate degree summa cum laude from St. Mary's Honors Program in 1991 before graduating from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1995. His residency training in Internal Medicine took place at the same institution, where he earned "Resident of the Year" honors in each of his final two years. He then served an additional year as Chief Resident in Medicine.
Dr. Galan has practiced internal medicine privately since 1999 and joined Pasteur Medical Associates in 2001. He holds the Diplomat designation from the American Board of Internal Medicine and serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is a member of the Texas Medical Association, the American Medical Association, and the Bexar County Medical Society. Dr. Galan speaks Spanish fluently and spends his free time reading, exercising, watching films, and hunting.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
St. Mary's Honor's Program, summa cum laude, 1991
Medical School
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 1995
Residency
Internal Medicine, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Chief Resident in Medicine for 1 year
Additional Training
Adjunct Associate Professor at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
Certifications
Languages
Spanish
Who is Dr. Galan right for?
Dr. Galan suits adults seeking experienced internal medicine care with a physician who speaks Spanish. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his thorough diagnostic approach. His more than two decades at PMA make him a reliable choice for patients who value long-term relationships with their physician. Patients active in the Bexar County community will find a physician with deep local roots and strong professional ties.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Dr. Galan speaks Spanish fluently. This makes him a strong option for Spanish-speaking patients seeking an internist in San Antonio.
Dr. Galan holds the Diplomat designation from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio.
Dr. Galan completed his Internal Medicine residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He earned Resident of the Year recognition in his final two years and served an additional year as Chief Resident.
Dr. Galan joined PMA in 2001. He has practiced internal medicine privately since 1999 and brings more than two decades of experience to the practice.
Yes. Dr. Galan serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, maintaining an active connection to medical education.
Dr. Galan holds membership in the Texas Medical Association, the American Medical Association, and the Bexar County Medical Society.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026