Lizett J. Martinez, OD

Optometrist, Comprehensive Eye Care, Glaucoma

Dr. Martinez was born and raised in Eagle Pass, Texas. She received her bachelor’s in Biology and Vision Science from the University of the Incarnate Word in 2014. She later received her Doctor of Optometry from the Rosenberg School of Optometry in 2022. While in optometry school, she dedicated some of her time to missionary work with the Aldersgate Methodist Church to help provide free eye exams and glasses to the underserved populations in El Tigre, Panama, and surrounding areas. She completed one of her clinical rotations in Fort Worth, Texas, at the community Eye Care Clinic with a primary focus on ocular disease, glaucoma management, and specialty contact lenses. Her second clinical rotation was in North Miami, Florida, at the Eye Centers of South Florida, with a primary focus on primary care, ocular disease, and ocular surgery co-management.

While in school, Dr. Martinez actively participated in the Student Volunteer Optometric Services in Humanity (SVOSH), Fellowship of Christian Optometrists (FCO), and the American Society of Optometric Surgeons (ASOS). Dr. Martinez is a therapeutic optometrist and certified glaucoma specialist. She is also a member of the Texas Optometric Association and American Optometric Association. Outside of optometry, Dr. Martinez’s top priority is spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys traveling, running, hiking, and working out.