Alfredo Palacio 1939 – 2025

Biography

Alfredo Palacio was born on January 22, 1939, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where he would spend his life dedicated to medicine and service. As a physician, he committed himself to the healing profession, choosing a path of compassion and scientific knowledge that defined his career and contributions to his community.

Dr. Palacio lived a full life rooted in his hometown, witnessing and participating in the evolution of Ecuador throughout the latter half of the twentieth century and into the twenty-first. His work as a medical professional reflected the values of dedication and care that characterized his approach to both his patients and his calling.

On May 22, 2025, Dr. Alfredo Palacio passed away in Guayaquil at the age of eighty-six, leaving behind a legacy connected to the practice of medicine and the relationships he built throughout his life. He is remembered as a physician who answered the call to serve others through his chosen profession, remaining in the city of his birth until the end of his days.