Dr. Michael Shapiro, MD

Dr. Michael Shapiro is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. With 48 years of experience, he has developed extensive expertise in treating complex respiratory and critical care conditions. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shapiro practices at the Heart Hospital of Austin and maintains hospital affiliations with Saint David's Medical Center in Austin, Texas. He specializes in caring for patients with serious neuromuscular conditions such as ALS and muscular dystrophy. His treatment approach includes advanced respiratory therapies like CPAP and BiPAP to help patients breathe more comfortably and maintain their quality of life.