Locations of Michael A. Apolinario, MD

Biography


Dr. Apolinario is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for patients with cardiovascular disease, with particular interests in heart failure and advanced cardiac imaging. He is extensively trained in ... echocardiography and nuclear cardiology and holds certifications from those respective boards. He is committed to integrating advanced diagnostics and evidence-based therapies to improve patient outcomes while emphasizing education and shared decision-making.


Outside of medicine, Dr. Apolinario values time spent with family and friends, particularly when shared over good food and conversation. Maintaining an active lifestyle is also a priority for him, and he enjoys participating in a variety of sports including basketball, tennis, golf, running and weightlifting.

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Adults
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Language(s) Spoken
English
Education
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (2019)
Internship: Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (2020)
Medical School: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (2020)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (2022)
Fellowship: Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (2025)
Certifications
Internal Medicine- American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease- American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine- American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease- American Board of Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine

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Patient Ratings (64)

The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .

4.9 overall patient satisfaction
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4.9
Provider showed concern
4.8
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5.0
Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider
4.9
Wait Time at Clinic
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Time Care Provider spent with Patient

Patient Comments (37)

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Patients appreciate

Patients consistently praise Dr. Apolinario for his exceptional communication style and ability to explain complex medical information in clear, easy-to-understand terms. Reviewers frequently highlight that he "talks with you, not at you," taking the time to thoroughly explain diagnoses, test results, and treatment plans so patients feel fully informed. His attentiveness and willingness to listen to patient concerns, questions, and preferences is a recurring theme, with many noting they never felt rushed during their appointments. Patients also commend his warm, personable demeanor and the way he puts them at ease when discussing serious conditions, including heart-related issues. Several reviewers noted his punctuality and thorough follow-up with other specialists as additional strengths.

Patients also share

The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and there are no significant or recurring areas of concern raised by patients. The feedback does not surface any consistent themes around opportunities for improvement.

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.