Mark C. Martin

Mark C. Martin, MD, DMD is a Professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the School of Medicine, Loma Linda University. He holds dual degrees in Medicine (MD) from the University of Manitoba (1996) and Dental Medicine (DMD) from McGill University (2002), giving him a distinctive foundation for craniofacial and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Martin's research focuses on several key areas within plastic surgery:

• Cleft Lip and Palate Repair: He has conducted extensive research comparing staged versus single-stage procedures, anesthesia considerations, and cost utility analyses.
• Orbital and Craniofacial Reconstruction: His work includes innovative approaches to orbital fractures, medial orbit surgery, and complex craniofacial anomalies.
• Microvascular Reconstruction: He has published on fibula flaps, temporoparietal fascia techniques, and other microsurgical approaches.
• Nipple-Areolar Complex Reconstruction: He developed the 'Angel flap' technique for nipple reconstruction.

Dr. Martin's publication record shows consistent productivity since 2006, with recent publications extending to 2025. His work spans clinical research, anatomical studies, and innovative surgical techniques, often addressing practical clinical questions with implications for surgical technique, patient outcomes, and healthcare resource utilization. He frequently collaborates with colleagues at Loma Linda University and has mentored numerous junior authors who appear as first authors on publications with him as senior author.

Dr. Martin serves as a key faculty member in plastic surgery education and training at Loma Linda University, contributing to the development of future plastic surgeons through his clinical expertise and research mentorship.