Dr. Maria Martinez earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Florida International University Honors College. While completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Martinez worked as a clinic research coordinator for multiple National Eye Institute (NEI) pediatric studies. Dr. Martinez completed her doctorate degree and a Bachelors in Vision Science from Nova Southeastern College of Optometry in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Upon graduation, she completed her Ocular Disease residency with emphasis in glaucoma. Dr. Martinez is an active member of the Florida Optometric Association and Miami-Dade Optometric Physician Association.