Christine Martinez, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Ophthalmology - Cornea & External Diseases, Ophthalmology
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614-293-8116Conditions and expertise
- Cataract
- Corneal Diseases
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Ulcer
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
- Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary
Locations
- Havener Eye Institute Westerville
- Havener Eye Institute in Eye and Ear Institute
Academic information
Department: Ophthalmology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As an ophthalmologist, I specialize in diseases of the cornea and external eye. I walk through available treatment options with patients and create an individualized care plan that could involve medication, an in-office procedure, or even surgery to relieve symptoms and help them get back to enjoying life. It's really rewarding when we find the best solution for the patient and even more so when I hear words of gratitude or receive a kind thank you note.
I love working at Ohio State because we have limitless opportunity for collaboration to handle complex cases, in addition to the latest treatments and newest equipment.
Common procedures I perform include cataract surgery, corneal transplantation (including PKP, DALK, DSEK, and DMEK), pterygium excision, corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, limbal stem cell transplants, and surgical excision of ocular surface neoplasia. In addition to my treatment of adult patients, I also treat cornea conditions in younger patients at the Eye Clinic at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
In my free time, I read fiction, am actively involved in my church, and spend time with my family.
Highlights
- Recipient of Paul A. Weber Award for Humanism in Ophthalmology, 2019
- Member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- Recipient of research awards at annual meetings for both the American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) and American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS)
Conditions and expertise
- Cataract
- Corneal Diseases
- Corneal Dystrophies, Hereditary
- Corneal Ulcer
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy
- Keratoconus
- Ocular Oncology
- Pediatric Cornea
- Sjogren's Syndrome
Locations
Havener Eye Institute Westerville
Suite 240
Westerville, OH 43082
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Corneal and External Diseases
- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States
7/15/2019 - 7/14/2020 - Residency - Ophthalmology
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2016 - 7/12/2019 - Internship - Transitional Year
- Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA, United States
6/24/2015 - 6/23/2016 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Michigan State University-College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI, United States
8/29/2011 - 5/8/2015
Certification
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American Board of Ophthalmology
8/30/2020
News and media
My Videos
What are corneal ulcers? From Christine Martinez, MD | Ohio State Medical Center
Corneal transplants, explained by Christine Martinez, MD | Ohio State Medical Center
Ratings and reviews
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Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Christine Martinez has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Excellent care. Professional. Caring, kind, and competent
I would have liked more information for extended treatment needed.
Dr. Martinez was so nice and saw me even though I was late because of missing our exit off the Interstate. She is very concerned about my eye infection and is trying her best to figure out what's going on.
Very helpful
The Doctor, after reviewing eye test results seem to agree that my vision was in good condition. She indicated my vision 20/20.
I love Dr. Martinez! She is professional, thorough, compassionate, very knowledgeable and reassuring.
The care provider is wonderful. I feel very confident about her knowledge and am grateful to be able to see her.
I didn't feel heard.
Knowledgeable doctor who provided me will good care, reassurance and excellent advice and right treatment/proscription.
Absolutely on top and understood what was going on and is taking care of my health. She is very concerned.
Dr. Martinez is a great eye specialist. She is very friendly, patient, and explains everything thoroughly. She is a pleasure to have as my eye specialist.
Qualified
She explained in detail what my options were!!!
She was very knowledgeable and helpful. She lets into my concerns and answer them as she could. I still have questions. Surgery on your eyes are scary
Dr. Martinez is great. She is easy to talk to and always listens to what I have to say.
Excellent
She is very professional and friendly, and has always explained issues and answered my questions completely.
Very informative
Everything was great. I was given the time and attention I felt I needed and much more
Christine is very kind, polite, and informative. I like her "bedside manner".