Antonio Martinez, MD is a Family Medicine Physician practicing at his Harlingen, TX clinic. He is a registered provider with The Texas Medical Board, practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). Dr. Martinez is dedicated to providing comprehensive Family Medicine care, serving as the primary care doctor for patients of all ages. This includes everything from preventive check-ups and acute illness treatment to managing chronic conditions and coordinating care with specialists, ensuring continuous healthcare for the entire family. He is currently welcoming new patients and encourages them to call (956) 423-8042 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Martinez brings over 10 years of dedicated experience to his practice, having earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2012. Following his education, he completed a residency in Family Medicine at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, TX (graduated 2018), and a residency in General Surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH (graduated 2014). He is Board Certified in Family Practice by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Martinez's philosophy of care emphasizes a strong doctor-patient relationship, taking the time to understand each patient's unique medical, social, and family history, and creating personalized care plans. He strives to present medical information clearly and understandably. Dr. Martinez offers consultations in Spanish.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Martinez is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Martinez provides comprehensive family medicine care, acting as the primary point of contact for patients of all ages. He emphasizes clear communication and a strong patient-physician partnership, ensuring each patient receives personalized treatment plans based on their unique needs. His approach encompasses preventive care, acute illness management, chronic condition care, and seamless coordination with specialists, ensuring continuous and holistic healthcare for the entire family.
By working together, you and Dr. Martinez can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Humana
Superior HealthPlan
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Anthem
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Buckeye Community Health Plan
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Open Access Plus
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Martinez offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a lung disease making it hard to breathe, and your family doctor can help manage your symptoms and prevent further damage.
- Muscle Cramping: Muscle cramping is a sudden, involuntary tightening of a muscle that can cause pain and discomfort, and your family doctor can help determine the cause and recommend treatment.
- Nail Infection: Dealing with a nail infection? Your family doctor can examine your nail, identify the type of infection, and create a treatment plan to clear it up.
- Anemia: Family doctors play a key role in identifying and treating anemia, a blood disorder causing fatigue, weakness, and other symptoms due to a deficiency of red blood cells.
- Pneumonia: Pneumonia is a lung infection that your family doctor can diagnose and treat with antibiotics or other medications.
- Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break; your family doctor can assess your risk, recommend lifestyle changes, and prescribe medication if needed.
- Asthma: If you experience recurring coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, your family doctor can evaluate you for asthma and recommend the best treatment options.
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection: If you have a sudden cough, shortness of breath, or chest discomfort, your family physician can determine if it's an acute lower respiratory infection and recommend appropriate care.
- Hernia: If you notice a bulge or swelling, especially when coughing or straining, it could be a hernia; your family doctor can examine you and recommend the appropriate course of action.
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis: If you're experiencing stomach pain, diarrhea, or other digestive issues that aren't from an infection, your family physician can help determine the cause of your noninfectious gastroenteritis or colitis and suggest appropriate care.
- Malaise and Fatigue: Feeling constantly tired and generally unwell (malaise)? Your primary care physician can investigate the cause and provide appropriate management strategies.
- Tobacco Use Disorder: Family doctors play a key role in helping patients quit tobacco, providing personalized advice, treatment options, and monitoring progress towards a smoke-free life.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Martinez offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Diabetic Evaluation: This check-up focuses on identifying and treating diabetes or pre-diabetes through blood tests, a physical exam, and discussion of your health history.
- Disability Evaluation: Your doctor can conduct a disability evaluation to document your condition and its effects on your ability to work or perform daily tasks.
- Bone Density Scan: A bone density scan uses X-rays to measure how strong your bones are, helping to detect osteoporosis or other bone-weakening conditions.
- Health Screening: A health screening involves tests and exams to detect diseases early, when they're often easier to treat.
- Diabetes Counseling: This service provides education and support to help you understand and control your diabetes, improving your overall health.
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening: This screening helps detect the hepatitis C virus early, often before you experience any symptoms, allowing for timely treatment.
- Breast Cancer Screening: Breast cancer screening helps detect breast cancer early, when it's most treatable, through mammograms or other imaging tests.
- Psychiatric Evaluation: During a psychiatric evaluation, a doctor will talk with you about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to diagnose any mental health conditions.
- Dementia or Depression Screening: Your doctor uses screening tools to evaluate memory, thinking skills, and emotional state to rule out dementia or depression.
- Wellness Examination: Your doctor uses a wellness exam to assess your current health status, provide vaccinations, and offer guidance on healthy lifestyle choices to improve your well-being.
- Oral Glucose Tolerance Test: This blood test checks how quickly your blood sugar rises after you drink a sugary drink, aiding in the diagnosis of diabetes and related conditions.
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening: If you're experiencing fatigue, weakness, or shortness of breath, this screening can help determine if anemia or iron deficiency is the cause.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Martinez is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- By working with their provider to develop a personalized management plan, a patient successfully improved their breathing and reduced COPD symptoms, significantly enhancing their quality of life.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from a family medicine physician, a patient experienced significant relief from persistent muscle cramping, allowing them to resume their daily activities without pain.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan, the patient experienced significant improvement in their nail infection, enjoying a return to comfortable daily activities. The patient felt empowered by understanding the infection's cause and how to manage it effectively.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
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707 W Sesame Dr, Harlingen, TX, 78550
Phone: (956) 423-8042
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5505 S Expressway 77 Ste 201, Harlingen, TX, 78550
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3101 S 77 Sunshine Strip Ste C, Harlingen, TX, 78550
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- Valley Baptist Medical Center-Family Practice (Residency Hospital) - 2018
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center-General Surgery (Residency Hospital) - 2014
- The Ohio State University (Medical School) - 2012
- American Board of Family Medicine (Family Practice)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Family Medicine care with Dr. Martinez:
- What is the difference between a Family Medicine doctor and an Internal Medicine doctor?
- Family medicine physicians, like Dr. Martinez, are trained to care for patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. In contrast, internists typically focus on adult care. Dr. Martinez is a versatile choice for all-ages family care.
- How often should I get a physical or wellness check-up?
- For most healthy adults, an annual physical is a good rule of thumb for preventive care. However, the right frequency depends on age, personal health history, and risk factors. Dr. Martinez will help create a personalized schedule for you.
- Can you remove a mole, skin tag, or wart in your office?
- Yes, Dr. Martinez can often remove moles, skin tags, and warts in the office using methods like cryotherapy or excision. However, for any suspicious moles, an initial evaluation will be performed, and a referral to a dermatologist may be necessary.
- Should I see my family doctor for a cold, the flu, or a sore throat?
- Yes, Dr. Martinez is the perfect first point of contact for colds, the flu, and sore throats. They can diagnose the problem, rule out serious conditions, and recommend treatments to help you feel better faster. They can also advise on when rest at home is the best course of action.
- What kind of routine health screenings do you perform in the office?
- Dr. Martinez uses routine screenings like blood pressure checks, cholesterol and blood sugar tests, and cancer screenings (like Pap smears and referrals for mammograms and colonoscopies) as essential tools to catch health problems early.
- Do you provide care for children and teenagers as well?
- Yes, Dr. Martinez's practice provides comprehensive care for children and teenagers. Family medicine encompasses all stages of life, from well-child visits to adolescent health needs, making it convenient for entire families to receive care in one place.
- Can you handle minor injuries like a sprain or a small cut that needs stitches?
- Yes, Dr. Martinez's practice can typically handle minor injuries like sprains or small cuts requiring stitches. Many family practices are equipped to treat a variety of these issues, avoiding the need for an urgent care or emergency room visit. Please call the office to confirm our ability to treat your specific injury.
- Can I see a family doctor for routine women's health needs, like a Pap smear?
- Yes, many family doctors, like Dr. Martinez, are trained to provide routine women's health services, including Pap smears and well-woman exams. This offers a convenient option for integrated primary care.
707 W Sesame Dr
Harlingen TX 78550
Phone: (956) 423-8042
Antonio Martinez, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1497012926
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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