He has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. In Dr. Manuel's practice, he is particularly interested in musculoskeletal problems. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, and the University Medical Center Brackenridge. Dr. Manuel is in-network for Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Bronze, and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, in addition to other insurance carriers. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He has received the distinction of Texas Rising Stars.