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Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD

(Stephanie Martinez, MD)

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Specializes in: Psychiatry and General Practice

University of Nevada School of Medicine

Professional interests include: anxiety, mental health issues, depression, and more.

8950 Villa La Jolla Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

(619) 543-5221

Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD is a psychiatrist in San Diego, CA specializing in psychiatry and general practice. She graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Regents of the University of California, COMMUNITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC, UC San Diego Health and CENTRO DE SALUD DE LA COMUNIDAD DE SAN YSIDRO, INC.

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8950 Villa La Jolla Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

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Some issues Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Social phobia
Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

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

doctor visit	16

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

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated during 2018 were depression and hypertension.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	75
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

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

doctor visit	28

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	18
Female	19

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	24
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	24

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

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated during 2019 were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	75
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	41
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	11
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension and depression.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	62
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated as a psychiatrist in San Diego, CA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

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

hospital care	22
inpatient care	22

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	49
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

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

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated during 2021 were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and dementia.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	69
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	21
Dementia	36
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated as a psychiatrist in San Diego, CA during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

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

doctor visit	31
hospital care	26
inpatient care	26

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	48
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

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

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated during 2022 were depression, high cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	67
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	33
Dementia	18
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated as a psychiatrist in San Diego, CA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care and mental health therapy.

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

doctor visit	47
hospital care	31
inpatient care	31
mental health therapy	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2023

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

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated as a psychiatrist in San Diego, CA were hospital care, inpatient care and mental health therapy.

doctor visit	30
hospital care	26
inpatient care	26
mental health therapy	26

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD.

**Gender**
Female	15
Male	17

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	22
Hispanic	5
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	7

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD From 2018 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	23
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	6
Depression	58
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	15
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Nevada School of Medicine

Residency: University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

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

UC San Diego Health

Regents of the University of California

COMMUNITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC

UC San Diego Health

CENTRO DE SALUD DE LA COMUNIDAD DE SAN YSIDRO, INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Stephanie Martinez, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$306 GENERAL BRADY $107	Lux-Dx $75	GENERAL - THERAPIES $54	LABSYSTEM $27	EMBLEM S-ICD ELECTRODE DELIVERY SYSTEM $23	Other $20
Abbott Laboratories	$193 RhythmVIEW Work Stations $116	Assurity Pacemaker $77
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.	$132 INGREZZA $132
Indivior Inc.	$131 PERSERIS $131
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$47 UZEDY $47
Other	$106 CAPLYTA $47	INVEGA TRINZA $22	ABILIFY MAINTENA $18	$19

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$851
Education	$65

Biography

Dr. Stephanie Martinez specializes in general practice and psychiatry and practices in San Diego, CA and Chula Vista, CA. She is especially interested in depression and anxiety. She studied medicine at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Martinez's training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She is conversant in Spanish. Dr. Martinez is professionally affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.