Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy, LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
BS, Biology Pre-Medicine, Loyola University - New Orleans
Biography
Since 2012, Dr. Martinez has served as a Doctor of Physical Therapy, much of that time spent serving as a Clinical Supervisor for the Acute Care Rehab Services Team at the Ochsner Health - Jefferson Highway Campus. While serving in the role of Clinical Supervisor, Dr. Martinez successfully resourced and implemented numerous patient and staff centered initiatives, including ED, Observation, Post-op Surgical, Transplant, Oncology, Pediatrics, and General Medicine. Currently, Dr. Martinez serves the organization as a Director of Patient Experience - Coach for Ochsner Health's West Bank Region. Dr. Martinez is skilled in fostering collaborative interdisciplinary relationships, mobility, and innovation. She holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT), Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Medicine, and is a Certified Lean Yellow Belt. Dr. Martinez joined as an Adjunct Professor for Tulane's Kinesiology program in the Spring of 2022.
On a personal note, Dr. Martinez is a life long New Orleanian who resides in the Greater New Orleans area with her husband and son. She also enjoys gardening, crafting, and festivals!