Regina Zamacona, DO

Regina Zamacona, DO

  • Assistant Professor, Pediatric Hospital Medicine
 
Contact

Administrative Contact
Greg Moreau
713-500-5586

Biography

Regina Zamacona, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric hospitalist dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children and their families. She is committed to delivering high-quality, family-centered care and partnering with families to support the health and well-being of every child.

Dr. Zamacona earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her pediatric residency training at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. She has continued her career in pediatric hospital medicine, caring for hospitalized children across a broad range of medical conditions. Her clinical experience reflects a strong commitment to excellence in pediatric care, patient safety, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Dr. Zamacona’s academic and professional interests are driven by a deep commitment to inclusive healthcare access. She is actively focused on projects that improve communication for non-English-speaking patients, bridging language gaps to ensure every individual receives the highest quality of care. Passionate about global health and addressing local disparities within our communities, she is dedicated to caring for individuals from all backgrounds, with a specialized focus on empowering immigrant populations.

Her scholarly work has included research investigating potential therapeutic compounds targeting bacterial pathogens, reflecting her interest in advancing pediatric medicine through clinical practice and research. She is passionate about caring for children, supporting their families, and contributing to the education and development of future physicians.

Education

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine, San Antonio, TX 2021
Pediatric Residency
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Houston, TX 2021-2024

Areas of Interest

Clinical Interests

Global health

Equitable access to healthcare

Bridging language gaps in healthcare

Research Interests

Investigating potential therapeutic compounds targeting bacterial pathogens