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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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 & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
31 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks French, Spanish, English Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CANorthridge , CADowney , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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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

What languages does Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez speak?
Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez affiliated with?
Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

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