Lisa C. Martinez

Lisa C. Martinez, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University. She serves as Associate Director of the Year 3 Curriculum and Medicine Clerkship Director, actively contributing to medical education and clinical training.

• Education: M.D. (2007) from University of Miami School of Medicine; B.S. in Mathematical Sciences, Magna Cum Laude (2001) from Florida International University; Chief Resident (2010-2011) and Residency (2007-2010) in Internal Medicine at University of Virginia.

Dr. Martinez’s research interests span Internal Medicine, Diabetes Care, Psoriasis, and Vascular Diseases, with a focus on clinical applications and medical education. Her scholarly work includes studies on biofilms in diabetic foot ulcers, psoriasis-related vascular risks, and TB screening protocols.

Her publications from 2006–2016 highlight interdisciplinary research bridging Dermatology, Cardiovascular Medicine, and Medical Education, emphasizing patient safety, curriculum innovation, and chronic disease management.

• Scientific Awards: Fellowship of the American College of Physicians (2016); Hispanic Women of Distinction (2016); George Paff Teaching Award (2015); Anne L Brodie Resident Clinician Award (2010); Excellence in Physiology Award (2007); Alpha Omega Alpha Induction (2007); Thomas Brown McClelland Scholarship (2004-2005); Outstanding Achievement in Mathematics (2002); Phi Beta Kappa Induction (2000-2001).

Dr. Martinez mentors students and residents through her roles in curriculum development and clinical training, with prior appointments at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and University of Virginia. She practices at the FAU Resident Continuity Care Clinic and Boca Raton Regional Hospital.