Women in Medicine: Dr. Claudia Martinez

A pivotal moment shaped Dr. Martinez’ professional trajectory and reinforced the essential influence mentors have in helping advance the careers of young scientists.

Dr. Claudia Martinez

September is Women in Medicine month and we’re sharing insight from leaders at UHealth and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine who have made remarkable strides in their careers.

We begin with Claudia Martinez, M.D., an associate professor of clinical medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Miller School. From a pivotal moment that shaped her professional trajectory to the essential influence of mentors in supporting her vision, Dr. Martinez is an inspiring example of how women shape and elevate the medical profession.

Can you share a pivotal moment in your career that significantly shaped your leadership journey?

In 2009, when I joined the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Interventional Cardiology program, Dr. William O’Neill became my clinical mentor. He supported me by allowing me to be under his wing in the cardiac cath lab so I could advance my career, express my creativity and advance the field.

When the team tackled novel procedures, I took the lead in documenting the scientific advances, outcomes, collaboration and dissemination of the results in scientific meetings. This was a very early, pivotal moment in my career that propelled my journey to become a physician-scientist.

As a clinician, my legacy is to bring healing to the heart of humanity. As a professor, my legacy is to bring the presence of the feminine energy in field.
—Dr. Claudia Martinez

How have mentors influenced your career path?

Having mentors is one of the most important components of the process of advancing a successful career path. I am so grateful to each of the different types of mentors that continue to provide guidance and support my vision. THANK YOU!

How do you balance your personal and professional responsibilities?

When I open my eyes in the morning, I meditate and try my best to find stillness. I set my daily intentions to navigate my day in a way that I keep work, family, self and community in balance with my truth and purpose in this precious lifetime.

What legacy do you hope to leave behind in your field?

As a clinician, my legacy is to bring healing to the heart of humanity. As a professor, my legacy is to bring the presence of the feminine energy in field. From a research perspective, my legacy is to inspire collaboration and potentiality.


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