About
Dr. Michael Parisi earned his undergraduate degree in Secondary Science Education from the University of Texas at Austin. He then completed his Doctor of Osteopathy at the University of North Texas Health Science Center/Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. His residency in General Internal Medicine took place at East Tennessee State University, where he also served as Chief Resident at Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
A. in 1999 and has practiced in the McKinney area ever since. He served as Staff Physician at Scott & White Clinic in Gatesville before taking on roles at Collin County Diagnostic Association and as Medical Director of the Medical Center of McKinney Occupational Health Clinic. Since 2006, he has also served as Assistant Medical Director at New Century Hospice. The Medical Center of McKinney appointed him Chief of Staff, and he has served on its Board of Trustees and numerous committees. His peers voted him Best Doctor in Dallas/Collin County through D Magazine every year from 2010 to 2015. He is passionate about proactive health management, with deep expertise in diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lung disease, sleep disorders, and joint conditions. A native Texan, Dr. Parisi lives in McKinney with his wife, daughter, and son, and spends his time outside the office attending his children's activities.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Texas at Austin, Secondary Science Education
Medical School
University of North Texas Health Science Center / Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathy
Residency
East Tennessee State University, General Internal Medicine; Chief Resident at Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center, Kingsport, Tennessee
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Parisi right for?
Dr. Parisi is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term physician relationship focused on staying healthy. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol benefit from his deep expertise. He also works well with patients navigating lung disease, sleep disorders, or joint conditions. Adults who value direct physician access and unhurried appointments will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Parisi specializes in chronic disease management across a wide range of conditions. He treats diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lung disease, sleep disorders, and joint conditions. He also focuses on preventive care and internal medicine for adults.
Yes, Dr. Parisi holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also earned his Doctor of Osteopathy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center/Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Parisi completed his residency in General Internal Medicine at East Tennessee State University. He was selected as Chief Resident at Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin.
Dr. Parisi has practiced in the McKinney area since 1999. He has built deep roots in the community over more than two decades of practice.
Dr. Parisi focuses on keeping patients as healthy as possible rather than simply treating illness after it strikes. He takes a proactive approach to health management and chronic disease care. His appointments run 30 to 45 minutes on average, giving him time to address each patient's needs thoroughly.
Yes, Dr. Parisi's peers voted him Best Doctor in Dallas/Collin County through D Magazine every year from 2010 to 2015. The Medical Center of McKinney also appointed him Chief of Staff, and he has served on its Board of Trustees.
Yes, Dr. Parisi has extensive experience managing multiple chronic conditions simultaneously. He regularly treats patients with combinations of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other complex health concerns. His longer appointment times give him room to address the full picture of a patient's health.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026