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Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD

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Specializes in: General Ophthalmology

Georgetown University School of Medicine (1987)

Professional interests include: anisocoria, diabetic retinopathy, electroretinogram (ERG), and more.

3800 Reservoir Road Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

(202) 444-2000

Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD is an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC specializing in general ophthalmology. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1987 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health, VISIONARY OPHTHALMOLOGY LLC and WASHINGTON NATIONAL EYE CENTER.

Office Locations

Address:

110 Irving Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20010

Address:

11300 Rockville Pike Suite 1202
Rockville, MD 20852

Address:

3800 Reservoir Road Northwest
Washington, DC 20007

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Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)

Dacryocystorhinostomy, or DCR, is a surgical procedure used to bypass a blocked tear duct.

Normally, the tears that constantly bathe the eyes are drained through two tiny holes in the eyelid, where they run through a duct into the nose. This tear duct can become clogged or blocked, causing tears to back up and leading to watery eyes. Common causes of tear duct blockages include trauma, a facial tumor, and inflammation due to certain medical conditions, but usually the cause is not known. Clogged tear ducts are especially common in young children. If the blockage is permanent and located lower in the duct, near the nose, DCR may be performed to create a bypass and allow tears to drain freely again.

During DCR surgery, a small hole is made in the bone and tissue between the upper part of the tear duct and the nasal passage. Usually, a tiny plastic tube called a stent is placed into the opening to protect it and keep it open during healing. DCR may be performed through an open incision on the upper cheek near the nose, or it may be performed endoscopically using tiny instruments that are passed through the nostril. Open surgery is more common, and has a slightly higher success rate, although endoscopic surgery causes less pain and bleeding during recovery. DCR is able to correct the blockage and watering eyes in nearly 95% of cases.

The surgery itself takes only about half an hour. It is usually done under general anesthesia, which may require a short hospital stay while patients recover. Small amounts of bleeding from the nose are not uncommon for the first 24 hours, and bruising and swelling are expected for the first two weeks. Don't be alarmed if the eye continues to water at first. Swelling in the area due to surgery can cause the eye to water, but this should go away as patients heal.

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

capsulotomy	103
doctor visit	723
excision	39
eye procedures	4536
foreign body removal	22
lab tests	157
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	33
laser treatment	155
ultrasound (sonogram)	688

**Gender**
Male	490
Female	898

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	647
Black	105
Hispanic	515
Asian	84
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	603
From 75 to 84	524
85 and over	188
Less than 65	73

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

capsulotomy	87
doctor visit	738
excision	54
eye procedures	3979
lab tests	204
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	23
laser treatment	141
transplant procedures	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	534

**Gender**
Male	435
Female	828

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	599
Black	85
Hispanic	468
Asian	78
Other	33
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	589
From 75 to 84	459
85 and over	152
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

capsulotomy	76
doctor visit	592
evoked potential test	29
excision	53
eye procedures	3481
lab tests	47
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	22
laser treatment	108
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	395

**Gender**
Male	802
Female	1552

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	952
Black	172
Hispanic	1020
Asian	148
Other	62
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1160
From 75 to 84	792
85 and over	308
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

capsulotomy	108
doctor visit	796
evoked potential test	48
excision	31
eye procedures	6346
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	52
laser treatment	139
ultrasound (sonogram)	939

**Gender**
Male	717
Female	1308

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	633
Black	738
Hispanic	525
Asian	79
Other	50
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	897
From 75 to 84	726
85 and over	288
Less than 65	114

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	35
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

capsulotomy	110
doctor visit	645
evoked potential test	71
excision	99
eye procedures	7518
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	12
laser treatment	194
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
transplant procedures	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	909

**Gender**
Male	582
Female	1170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	453
Black	755
Hispanic	427
Asian	74
Other	43
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	747
From 75 to 84	645
85 and over	235
Less than 65	125

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	37
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

capsulotomy	115
doctor visit	673
evoked potential test	13
excision	118
eye procedures	6355
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	19
laser treatment	219
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	550

**Gender**
Male	581
Female	1141

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	462
Black	689
Hispanic	435
Asian	78
Other	58
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	763
From 75 to 84	621
85 and over	235
Less than 65	103

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	37
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

capsulotomy	76
doctor visit	586
evoked potential test	13
excision	63
eye procedures	6803
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	32
laser treatment	121
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	568

**Gender**
Male	597
Female	1130

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	456
Black	689
Hispanic	444
Asian	79
Other	59
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	748
From 75 to 84	625
85 and over	257
Less than 65	97

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

capsulotomy	26
doctor visit	425
excision	39
eye procedures	2962
laser treatment	65
ultrasound (sonogram)	190

**Gender**
Male	347
Female	587

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	349
Black	161
Hispanic	345
Asian	49
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	423
From 75 to 84	351
85 and over	116
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	37
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

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

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), laser treatment and lab tests.

aspiration	16
capsulotomy	94
doctor visit	662
evoked potential test	34
excision	65
eye procedures	5361
foreign body removal	22
lab tests	136
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	26
laser treatment	154
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
transplant procedures	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	579

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD.

**Gender**
Male	455
Female	861

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	339
Asian / Pacific Islander	66
Non-Hispanic White	455
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	417
Other	33

**Age**
75 to 84	474
85 and over	177
Less than 65	71
65 to 74	593

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	7
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Jesus Alberto Martinez, MD graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1987. He completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (1987)

Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals (1991)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

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

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health

VISIONARY OPHTHALMOLOGY LLC

WASHINGTON NATIONAL EYE CENTER

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Celularity Inc.	$3,150 $3,150
TissueTech, Inc.	$2,571 Prokera $2,219	AmnioGuard $328	AmnioGraft $23
Allergan Inc.	$1,628 RESTASIS $608	LUMIGAN $466	COMBIGAN $256	BOTOX $18	$280
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$705 Simbrinza $158	Ilevro $145	ACTIVEFOCUS $108	Cataract Equipment $73	Pazeo $37	Other $184
Allergan, Inc.	$655 LUMIGAN $377	ALPHAGAN P $97	DURYSTA $81	RESTASIS MULTIDOSE $58	VUITY $26	Other $15
Other	$4,996 ACTHAR $567	Optics $465	XIIDRA $349	CLAREON $169	LUMIGAN $161	Other $3,285

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$8,160
Consulting Fee	$5,309
Education	$212
Entertainment	$24

Biography

Dr. Jesus Martinez works as an ophthalmology (eye disease). He attended medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine.

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