About
Dr. Manuel Martin brings more than 35 years of clinical experience in primary care and emergency medicine to his Austin practice. He earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine in 1988. He completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Brackenridge Hospital in Austin. The American Board of Family Medicine certifies him in his specialty.
Dr. Martin cares for patients of all ages, from children through geriatrics. He focuses especially on diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and psychiatric conditions, and he also delivers dermatology and gynecologic services. He takes a deliberate approach to minimizing unnecessary specialist referrals and reducing labs or imaging when clinically appropriate. Teaching drives a significant part of his professional identity. He supports students at UTMB Galveston and UT Dell Medical School, earning recognition including the Weinberg Award for Outstanding Residency Educator and the Distinguished Educator designation from UTMB Galveston. Dr. Martin grew up in Spain and the United States and speaks Spanish fluently. His clinic staff conducts visits in Spanish as well.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Teaching affiliation with UTMB Galveston and UT Dell Medical School
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Martin right for?
Dr. Martin suits patients who want a primary care physician with broad clinical depth. Adults managing diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, or psychiatric concerns benefit from his focused expertise. He sees patients across all age groups, making him a practical choice for families. Patients who prefer to minimize specialist referrals and unnecessary testing will find his approach a natural fit. Spanish-speaking patients can receive care fully in their language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Martin focuses especially on diabetes care, cardiovascular disease, and psychiatry. He also offers dermatology and gynecologic services within his practice. His clinical experience spans all age groups, from children to older adults, covering a wide range of primary care conditions.
Yes. The American Board of Family Medicine certifies Dr. Martin. He earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine and completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Brackenridge Hospital in Austin.
Dr. Martin graduated with honors from the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine in 1988. He then completed both his internship and his Family Medicine residency at Brackenridge Hospital in Austin, Texas.
Dr. Martin aims to minimize referrals to specialists and reduce labs or imaging whenever clinically appropriate. He works closely with each patient to address concerns directly within the practice. When specialist care is necessary, his long-standing relationships in the Austin medical community support timely referrals.
Yes. Dr. Martin speaks Spanish fluently, having grown up in both Spain and the United States. His clinic staff is also bilingual in Spanish, so patients can receive full care in their preferred language.
Dr. Martin builds his practice around three core beliefs. He views the patient-doctor relationship as one founded on mutual, earned trust. He sees health as a process that patients and doctors pursue together with intention. He also rejects a one-size-fits-all approach, treating each patient as a unique individual.
Yes. Dr. Martin supports students at UTMB Galveston and UT Dell Medical School. He holds the Distinguished Educator designation from UTMB Galveston and received the Weinberg Award for Outstanding Residency Educator from the Central Texas Medical Foundation.
Dr. Martin holds affiliations at St. David's South Austin Medical Center and Morris Hospital. These affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-level care for patients when needed.
Dr. Martin has more than 35 years of clinical experience. His background spans both primary care and emergency medicine, giving him a broad clinical foundation for managing complex and chronic conditions.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026