Joseph J. Martinez, M.D.
Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery, Robotic Surgery
accepting new patients
Locations
Heart and Lung Surgeons of East Alabama - East Alabama Medical Center
2000 Pepperell Parkway
Opelika
, AL 36801
About Me
Joseph J. Martinez, M.D. is a member of the team at Heart and Lung Surgeons of East Alabama. Dr. Martinez earned his medical degree and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He completed his fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX.
Dr. Martinez earned his bachelor of science in nursing at the University of Alabama prior to becoming a surgeon. He practiced nursing for 3.5 years as an emergency room nurse prior to enrolling in medical school. Furthermore, he was a patient care technician prior to becoming a nurse. He is bilingual, and fluent in written and spoken Spanish. In his spare time, Dr. Martinez enjoys running and reading.
Dr. Martinez is a board certified surgeon.
Education
Residency:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Medical School:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Fellowship:
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center