J. Alberto Martinez, MD

Pterygium, Cornea & External Diseases, Refractive Surgery, Cataract Surgery, General Ophthalmology

“I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in medicine when I was 5 years old. While growing up in a very small town in Colombia, I met a doctor who came to our village once a month to provide care for anyone who needed it. I really admired this man and wanted to care for  people someday, too. I moved to the United States at age 17 and, after serving in the United States Navy, went on to earn my bachelor’s degree and medical degree. When I decided to become an ophthalmologist, I also made a commitment to offer the very latest advances to my patients along with the friendly, highly personalized care they want and deserve.”

Board-Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology, American Board of Medical Examiners

Fellowship: Cornea & External Diseases, Center for Sight, Georgetown University, Washington, DC

Residency: Ophthalmology, University of Texas, San Antonio, TX

Internship: Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC

MD: Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
United States Navy Service: 1975-1982, Honorable Discharge

Member: International Society of Refractive Surgery, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, American Medical Association, Maryland Society of Eye Physicians & Surgeons, Montgomery County Medical Society, District of Columbia Ophthalmology Society, Castroviejo Corneal Society, Pan American Association of Ophthalmology, Pan American Medical Association, United States Colombian Medical Association, Latino Lyons Club of Montgomery County

Assistant Professor: Department of Ophthalmology, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC; Department of Ophthalmology, George Washington University, Washington, DC

Voted: “Teacher of the Year,” Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (1992-94); consistently voted one of “Washington’s Best Doctors” by area physicians (1996 to present)

Recipient: “Generous Heart Award” for community service (2005)  
In his spare time, Dr. Martinez enjoys spending quality time with his two children. He also likes salsa dancing, working out, traveling, meditating and going on spiritual retreats. Dr. Martinez is currently planning to write a book on exercise and other health-related regimens for busy professionals.