Summary

Dr. Dorothy Martinez specializes in endocrinology with a focus on diabetes and metabolism. They graduated from the University of California Irvine School of Medicine and completed their residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 31 years of experience in the field, Dr. Martinez brings extensive knowledge to treating complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Martinez practices at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and sees patients at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Medical Group in Los Angeles, California. They have particular expertise in treating diabetes mellitus and work with patients across age groups, from children and teens with type 2 diabetes to older adults managing geriatric diabetes. Dr. Martinez performs continuous glucose monitoring to help patients better manage their blood sugar levels and conducts thyroid-stimulating hormone tests to evaluate thyroid function. Patients rate Dr. Martinez 3.4 out of 5 stars on average for their care.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez has 2 locations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood PlzLos Angeles, CA 90095

UCLA Medical Group

200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 530Los Angeles, CA 90095
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismUrologyEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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3.4 
4.2 
31 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CATorrance , CAEncino , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - PPO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Metabolic Bone Diseases
  • Nutrition Disorders
  • Osteitis Deformans (Paget's Disease)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Martinez's NPI number is 1326067125.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Dorothy Martinez affiliated with?
Dr. Dorothy Martinez is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Dorothy Martinez's office located?
Dr. Dorothy Martinez's office is located at 757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dorothy Martinez?
You can find contact information for Dr. Dorothy Martinez here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Dorothy Martinez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dorothy Martinez accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Dorothy Martinez speak?
Dr. Dorothy Martinez speaks English and Spanish.

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