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Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (1995)
Professional interests include: endocrine surgery, endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), transplant procedures, and more.
100 Medical Plaza Suite 310
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD is an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine in 1995 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD is affiliated with UCLA Health, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA.

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Office Locations

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

100 Medical Plaza Suite 310
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 267-7838
(310) 267-8632
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Some issues Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 620
hospital care 451
inpatient care 451
musculoskeletal imaging 159
X-rays 159

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 554
hospital care 533
inpatient care 533

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 197
Female 250
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 230
Black 59
Hispanic 76
Asian 66
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 200
From 75 to 84 123
85 and over 31
Less than 65 93

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 51
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 70
Dementia 9
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 687
hospital care 458
inpatient care 458

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 169
Female 264
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 216
Black 62
Hispanic 74
Asian 68
Other 13
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 199
From 75 to 84 114
85 and over 37
Less than 65 83

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 56
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 75
Dementia 8
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 733
hospital care 506
inpatient care 506
musculoskeletal imaging 39
X-rays 39

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 382
Female 632
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 540
Black 124
Hispanic 172
Asian 140
Other 38
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 432
From 75 to 84 302
85 and over 86
Less than 65 194

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2015

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 48
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 51
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 66
Dementia 10
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 697
hospital care 465
inpatient care 465
musculoskeletal imaging 53
X-rays 53

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 218
Female 365
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 305
Black 68
Hispanic 101
Asian 79
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 252
From 75 to 84 163
85 and over 48
Less than 65 120

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2016

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 65
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 66
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 648
hospital care 457
inpatient care 457
musculoskeletal imaging 18
X-rays 18

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 179
Female 318
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 260
Black 51
Hispanic 89
Asian 75
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 242
From 75 to 84 134
85 and over 36
Less than 65 85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2017

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 65
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 66
Dementia 11
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 666
hospital care 339
inpatient care 339
musculoskeletal imaging 115
X-rays 115

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 192
Female 367
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 314
Black 40
Hispanic 83
Asian 91
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 266
From 75 to 84 174
85 and over 53
Less than 65 66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2018

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 43
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 55
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 57
Dementia 11
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 621
hospital care 467
inpatient care 467
musculoskeletal imaging 38
X-rays 38

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 206
Female 341
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 306
Black 40
Hispanic 94
Asian 78
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 261
From 75 to 84 150
85 and over 52
Less than 65 84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2019

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 61
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 63
Dementia 12
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 486
hospital care 427
inpatient care 427
musculoskeletal imaging 29
X-rays 29

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 162
Female 318
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 265
Black 38
Hispanic 87
Asian 67
Other 23
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 230
From 75 to 84 144
85 and over 46
Less than 65 60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2020

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 63
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 21
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 64
Dementia 13
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 576
hospital care 328
inpatient care 328

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 145
Female 287
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 243
Black 32
Hispanic 79
Asian 58
Other 20
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 199
From 75 to 84 132
85 and over 38
Less than 65 63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2021

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 63
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 65
Dementia 13
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 597
hospital care 406
inpatient care 406

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 190
Female 311
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 273
Black 42
Hispanic 80
Asian 70
Other 36
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 238
From 75 to 84 153
85 and over 37
Less than 65 73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 66
Dementia 8
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, X-rays and musculoskeletal imaging.

doctor visit 625
hospital care 439
inpatient care 439
musculoskeletal imaging 64
X-rays 64

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD.

Gender
Male 185
Female 313
Ethnicity
Black / African American 50
Asian / Pacific Islander 72
Non-Hispanic White 268
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 85
Other 11
Age
75 to 84 144
85 and over 42
Less than 65 83
65 to 74 229

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 50
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 17
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 59
Atrial Fibrillation 12
Dementia 9
Cancer 11

Education & Training

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine in 1995. She completed residency at Scripps Clinic. She is certified by the Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (1995)

Residency: Scripps Clinic (1998)

Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine (2003)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCLA Health
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Health Net of California, Centivo and UFCM Health System.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE
Cigna
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Aetna
Blue Shield of California
MultiPlan
Anthem
UnitedHealthcare
Medicare Advantage
Prime Health
First Health
HealthSmart
Health Net of California
Centivo
UFCM Health System

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 283 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Dorothy Santos Martinez, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA. 

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Biography

Dr. Dorothy Martinez specializes in adult endocrinology and practices in Los Angeles, CA. Her clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. Dr. Martinez has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Martinez honors. Her education and training includes medical school at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine and residency at Scripps Clinic. She is conversant in Filipino. Dr. Martinez is professionally affiliated with UCLA Health. Dr. Martinez's practice in Los Angeles, CA is open to new patients as reported by UCLA Health.

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