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Dr. Martinez is a Vascular and Interventional Neurologist who specializes in treating blood vessel disorders of the brain and spine. His focus is on providing the best medical or minimally invasive surgical treatments for patients suffering from stroke, carotid stenosis, aneurysms, vascular malformations, and brain bleeding, among other disorders. He has a special interest in treatment of complex CSF disorders including idiopathic intracranial hypertension and spontaneous CSF leaks, as well as pulsatile tinnitus.
After graduating Magna Cum Laude from medical school, Dr. Martinez completed a post-doctoral research fellowship at Johns Hopkins in Neuroscience developing novel patented technologies for treatment of brain disease. He then pursued Neurology residency at Harvard Medical School Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston where he continued as a Vascular Neurology Fellow focusing on stroke and cerebrovascular diseases. He then completed a second fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery / Interventional Neurology at UT Houston Memorial Hermann Hospital, one of the busiest Level 1 Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Centers in the country. During his training he has been heavily involved in research with focus on genetics, AI in stroke, idiopathic intracranial hypertension or pseudotumor, brain aneurysms and minimally invasive treatments for brain bleeding, publishing numerous innovative manuscripts, book chapters and patents. He has also been part of many national clinical trials and was recruited to spearhead new innovative initiatives for clinical trial research at Wellstar. He practices at both Wellstar Kennestone and North Fulton medical centers.
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension or Pseudotumor
Pulsatile tinnitus
CSF Venous Fistula or Intracranial hypotension
Specialties
Vascular Neurology
Neurology
Education & Training
Universidad de Monterrey
Certifications
American Board of Psych/Neurology - Neuro
American Board of Psych/Neurology - Vasc/Neuro
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
Based on 76 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
One of the best experiences I ever had with a Dr. visit
December 5, 2024
5
Excellent very professional caring
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was so kind and patient answering all my questions and worries. Having to go through RCVS with a brain bleed has been a very difficult experience but knowing I have him there for support has been a big relief. Thank you so much!
November 20, 2024
5
Dr Gutierrez was patient, helpful, informative, very kind and generous with his valuable time. He thoroughly explained his answers to my questions and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for at the end of our appointment. This is a rare experience leaving many Dr offices these days. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to express my complete satisfaction with the care I received today.
November 16, 2024
5
Dr.Martinez and Cody Rock . We need more of this tag team through tout Georgia .
November 20, 2024
5
I had a very good experience. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure I understood everything explained to me. He had answers for every question asked.! I liked that.
November 9, 2024
5
I thank the Doctor for his help and to give me some relief and reassurance and I can't wait for him to get me better Thank You
September 28, 2024
5
This has been amazing every body that plays apart and taking care of me and making sure that I get the right care I say thank you and God bless you all
September 26, 2024
5
My son and I are very appreciative of the thorough, attentive, kind concern we experienced during the time with Drs. Gutierrez & Franklin!!!
September 20, 2024
5
At 81 yrs old i worry about my health a lot i was so happy nd releived that i came here todayi got more than i xpected i just left feeling 100%better than i came in THNX DOCTOR nd Staff
August 1, 2024
5
Today I received the best I have had since finding out I had a TIA. From the Dr to the entire staff
July 11, 2024
5
They are all AMAZING! From the front desk to the nurses and doctors- very professional and welcoming!
June 28, 2024
5
The provider was very knowledgeable, very great bedside manners, spent time in the room, answered all my questions, even went into the details about the surgery, which was a plus, made me feel very comfortable for a first time visit.
June 9, 2024
5
Dr Martinez is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He is so personable
June 7, 2024
5
I found the doctor very knowledgeable, compassionate, and curious. He took the time to understand my needs and concerns and explained the path forward.
May 17, 2024
5
It was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot to think about.
April 6, 2024
5
The doctor listened to me and was very thorough with his questions and explaining my options.
April 5, 2024
5
I think it's been 9yrs I been seen in this practice and I'm satisfied with my care
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was very caring and very attentive and listened not only to myself as the patient, but to my caregivers, my husband and my sister. And he asked a lot of questions concerning my health condition and ordered a comprehensive series of tests. I enjoyed him very much and look forward to working with him with my care. Thank you.
March 20, 2024
5
Great staff EVERYONE!! Made us very comfortable and explained everything in a way we could truly understand!! Very pleasant visit!! Truly pleased!! Thank you!!
February 15, 2024
5
Other than the long wait, it was a pleasure meeting Dr. Gutierrez. He explained the results found after my stroke very thoroughly. I appreciate the time he took to do that and understand he treats all his patients the same and he likely spends ample time with each person. That takes time and the wait is understandable.
February 2, 2024
5
He is a fantastic doctor with an incredible way of relating to his patients. Compassionate, knowledgeable and informative ~ perfect combination. His nurse, Tiffani, was very kind and kept us updated on everything. The lady at the front office was very pleasant, welcoming and efficient.
January 28, 2024
5
One of the best experiences I ever had with a Dr. visit
December 5, 2024
5
Excellent very professional caring
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was so kind and patient answering all my questions and worries. Having to go through RCVS with a brain bleed has been a very difficult experience but knowing I have him there for support has been a big relief. Thank you so much!
November 20, 2024
5
Dr Gutierrez was patient, helpful, informative, very kind and generous with his valuable time. He thoroughly explained his answers to my questions and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for at the end of our appointment. This is a rare experience leaving many Dr offices these days. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to express my complete satisfaction with the care I received today.
November 16, 2024
5
Dr.Martinez and Cody Rock . We need more of this tag team through tout Georgia .
November 20, 2024
5
I had a very good experience. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure I understood everything explained to me. He had answers for every question asked.! I liked that.
November 9, 2024
5
I thank the Doctor for his help and to give me some relief and reassurance and I can't wait for him to get me better Thank You
September 28, 2024
5
This has been amazing every body that plays apart and taking care of me and making sure that I get the right care I say thank you and God bless you all
September 26, 2024
5
My son and I are very appreciative of the thorough, attentive, kind concern we experienced during the time with Drs. Gutierrez & Franklin!!!
September 20, 2024
5
At 81 yrs old i worry about my health a lot i was so happy nd releived that i came here todayi got more than i xpected i just left feeling 100%better than i came in THNX DOCTOR nd Staff
August 1, 2024
5
Today I received the best I have had since finding out I had a TIA. From the Dr to the entire staff
July 11, 2024
5
They are all AMAZING! From the front desk to the nurses and doctors- very professional and welcoming!
June 28, 2024
5
The provider was very knowledgeable, very great bedside manners, spent time in the room, answered all my questions, even went into the details about the surgery, which was a plus, made me feel very comfortable for a first time visit.
June 9, 2024
5
Dr Martinez is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He is so personable
June 7, 2024
5
I found the doctor very knowledgeable, compassionate, and curious. He took the time to understand my needs and concerns and explained the path forward.
May 17, 2024
5
It was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot to think about.
April 6, 2024
5
The doctor listened to me and was very thorough with his questions and explaining my options.
April 5, 2024
5
I think it's been 9yrs I been seen in this practice and I'm satisfied with my care
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was very caring and very attentive and listened not only to myself as the patient, but to my caregivers, my husband and my sister. And he asked a lot of questions concerning my health condition and ordered a comprehensive series of tests. I enjoyed him very much and look forward to working with him with my care. Thank you.
March 20, 2024
5
Great staff EVERYONE!! Made us very comfortable and explained everything in a way we could truly understand!! Very pleasant visit!! Truly pleased!! Thank you!!
February 15, 2024
5
Other than the long wait, it was a pleasure meeting Dr. Gutierrez. He explained the results found after my stroke very thoroughly. I appreciate the time he took to do that and understand he treats all his patients the same and he likely spends ample time with each person. That takes time and the wait is understandable.
February 2, 2024
5
He is a fantastic doctor with an incredible way of relating to his patients. Compassionate, knowledgeable and informative ~ perfect combination. His nurse, Tiffani, was very kind and kept us updated on everything. The lady at the front office was very pleasant, welcoming and efficient.
January 28, 2024
5
One of the best experiences I ever had with a Dr. visit
December 5, 2024
5
Excellent very professional caring
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was so kind and patient answering all my questions and worries. Having to go through RCVS with a brain bleed has been a very difficult experience but knowing I have him there for support has been a big relief. Thank you so much!
November 20, 2024
5
Dr Gutierrez was patient, helpful, informative, very kind and generous with his valuable time. He thoroughly explained his answers to my questions and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for at the end of our appointment. This is a rare experience leaving many Dr offices these days. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to express my complete satisfaction with the care I received today.
November 16, 2024
5
Dr.Martinez and Cody Rock . We need more of this tag team through tout Georgia .
November 20, 2024
5
I had a very good experience. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure I understood everything explained to me. He had answers for every question asked.! I liked that.
November 9, 2024
5
I thank the Doctor for his help and to give me some relief and reassurance and I can't wait for him to get me better Thank You
September 28, 2024
5
This has been amazing every body that plays apart and taking care of me and making sure that I get the right care I say thank you and God bless you all
September 26, 2024
5
My son and I are very appreciative of the thorough, attentive, kind concern we experienced during the time with Drs. Gutierrez & Franklin!!!
September 20, 2024
5
At 81 yrs old i worry about my health a lot i was so happy nd releived that i came here todayi got more than i xpected i just left feeling 100%better than i came in THNX DOCTOR nd Staff
August 1, 2024
5
Today I received the best I have had since finding out I had a TIA. From the Dr to the entire staff
July 11, 2024
5
They are all AMAZING! From the front desk to the nurses and doctors- very professional and welcoming!
June 28, 2024
5
The provider was very knowledgeable, very great bedside manners, spent time in the room, answered all my questions, even went into the details about the surgery, which was a plus, made me feel very comfortable for a first time visit.
June 9, 2024
5
Dr Martinez is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He is so personable
June 7, 2024
5
I found the doctor very knowledgeable, compassionate, and curious. He took the time to understand my needs and concerns and explained the path forward.
May 17, 2024
5
It was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot to think about.
April 6, 2024
5
The doctor listened to me and was very thorough with his questions and explaining my options.
April 5, 2024
5
I think it's been 9yrs I been seen in this practice and I'm satisfied with my care
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was very caring and very attentive and listened not only to myself as the patient, but to my caregivers, my husband and my sister. And he asked a lot of questions concerning my health condition and ordered a comprehensive series of tests. I enjoyed him very much and look forward to working with him with my care. Thank you.
March 20, 2024
5
Great staff EVERYONE!! Made us very comfortable and explained everything in a way we could truly understand!! Very pleasant visit!! Truly pleased!! Thank you!!
February 15, 2024
5
Other than the long wait, it was a pleasure meeting Dr. Gutierrez. He explained the results found after my stroke very thoroughly. I appreciate the time he took to do that and understand he treats all his patients the same and he likely spends ample time with each person. That takes time and the wait is understandable.
February 2, 2024
5
He is a fantastic doctor with an incredible way of relating to his patients. Compassionate, knowledgeable and informative ~ perfect combination. His nurse, Tiffani, was very kind and kept us updated on everything. The lady at the front office was very pleasant, welcoming and efficient.
January 28, 2024
5
One of the best experiences I ever had with a Dr. visit
December 5, 2024
5
Excellent very professional caring
November 22, 2024
5
Dr.Martinez and Cody Rock . We need more of this tag team through tout Georgia .
November 20, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was so kind and patient answering all my questions and worries. Having to go through RCVS with a brain bleed has been a very difficult experience but knowing I have him there for support has been a big relief. Thank you so much!
November 20, 2024
5
Dr Gutierrez was patient, helpful, informative, very kind and generous with his valuable time. He thoroughly explained his answers to my questions and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for at the end of our appointment. This is a rare experience leaving many Dr offices these days. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to express my complete satisfaction with the care I received today.
November 16, 2024
5
I had a very good experience. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure I understood everything explained to me. He had answers for every question asked.! I liked that.
November 9, 2024
5
I thank the Doctor for his help and to give me some relief and reassurance and I can't wait for him to get me better Thank You
September 28, 2024
5
This has been amazing every body that plays apart and taking care of me and making sure that I get the right care I say thank you and God bless you all
September 26, 2024
5
My son and I are very appreciative of the thorough, attentive, kind concern we experienced during the time with Drs. Gutierrez & Franklin!!!
September 20, 2024
5
At 81 yrs old i worry about my health a lot i was so happy nd releived that i came here todayi got more than i xpected i just left feeling 100%better than i came in THNX DOCTOR nd Staff
August 1, 2024
5
Today I received the best I have had since finding out I had a TIA. From the Dr to the entire staff
July 11, 2024
5
They are all AMAZING! From the front desk to the nurses and doctors- very professional and welcoming!
June 28, 2024
5
The provider was very knowledgeable, very great bedside manners, spent time in the room, answered all my questions, even went into the details about the surgery, which was a plus, made me feel very comfortable for a first time visit.
June 9, 2024
5
Dr Martinez is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He is so personable
June 7, 2024
5
I found the doctor very knowledgeable, compassionate, and curious. He took the time to understand my needs and concerns and explained the path forward.
May 17, 2024
5
It was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot to think about.
April 6, 2024
5
The doctor listened to me and was very thorough with his questions and explaining my options.
April 5, 2024
5
I think it's been 9yrs I been seen in this practice and I'm satisfied with my care
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was very caring and very attentive and listened not only to myself as the patient, but to my caregivers, my husband and my sister. And he asked a lot of questions concerning my health condition and ordered a comprehensive series of tests. I enjoyed him very much and look forward to working with him with my care. Thank you.
March 20, 2024
5
Great staff EVERYONE!! Made us very comfortable and explained everything in a way we could truly understand!! Very pleasant visit!! Truly pleased!! Thank you!!
February 15, 2024
5
Other than the long wait, it was a pleasure meeting Dr. Gutierrez. He explained the results found after my stroke very thoroughly. I appreciate the time he took to do that and understand he treats all his patients the same and he likely spends ample time with each person. That takes time and the wait is understandable.
February 2, 2024
5
He is a fantastic doctor with an incredible way of relating to his patients. Compassionate, knowledgeable and informative ~ perfect combination. His nurse, Tiffani, was very kind and kept us updated on everything. The lady at the front office was very pleasant, welcoming and efficient.
January 28, 2024
5
He is a fantastic doctor with an incredible way of relating to his patients. Compassionate, knowledgeable and informative ~ perfect combination. His nurse, Tiffani, was very kind and kept us updated on everything. The lady at the front office was very pleasant, welcoming and efficient.
January 28, 2024
5
Other than the long wait, it was a pleasure meeting Dr. Gutierrez. He explained the results found after my stroke very thoroughly. I appreciate the time he took to do that and understand he treats all his patients the same and he likely spends ample time with each person. That takes time and the wait is understandable.
February 2, 2024
5
Great staff EVERYONE!! Made us very comfortable and explained everything in a way we could truly understand!! Very pleasant visit!! Truly pleased!! Thank you!!
February 15, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was very caring and very attentive and listened not only to myself as the patient, but to my caregivers, my husband and my sister. And he asked a lot of questions concerning my health condition and ordered a comprehensive series of tests. I enjoyed him very much and look forward to working with him with my care. Thank you.
March 20, 2024
5
I think it's been 9yrs I been seen in this practice and I'm satisfied with my care
March 21, 2024
5
The doctor listened to me and was very thorough with his questions and explaining my options.
April 5, 2024
5
It was very knowledgeable and gave me a lot to think about.
April 6, 2024
5
I found the doctor very knowledgeable, compassionate, and curious. He took the time to understand my needs and concerns and explained the path forward.
May 17, 2024
5
Dr Martinez is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He is so personable
June 7, 2024
5
The provider was very knowledgeable, very great bedside manners, spent time in the room, answered all my questions, even went into the details about the surgery, which was a plus, made me feel very comfortable for a first time visit.
June 9, 2024
5
They are all AMAZING! From the front desk to the nurses and doctors- very professional and welcoming!
June 28, 2024
5
Today I received the best I have had since finding out I had a TIA. From the Dr to the entire staff
July 11, 2024
5
At 81 yrs old i worry about my health a lot i was so happy nd releived that i came here todayi got more than i xpected i just left feeling 100%better than i came in THNX DOCTOR nd Staff
August 1, 2024
5
My son and I are very appreciative of the thorough, attentive, kind concern we experienced during the time with Drs. Gutierrez & Franklin!!!
September 20, 2024
5
This has been amazing every body that plays apart and taking care of me and making sure that I get the right care I say thank you and God bless you all
September 26, 2024
5
I thank the Doctor for his help and to give me some relief and reassurance and I can't wait for him to get me better Thank You
September 28, 2024
5
I had a very good experience. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure I understood everything explained to me. He had answers for every question asked.! I liked that.
November 9, 2024
5
Dr Gutierrez was patient, helpful, informative, very kind and generous with his valuable time. He thoroughly explained his answers to my questions and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for at the end of our appointment. This is a rare experience leaving many Dr offices these days. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to express my complete satisfaction with the care I received today.
November 16, 2024
5
Dr. Martinez was so kind and patient answering all my questions and worries. Having to go through RCVS with a brain bleed has been a very difficult experience but knowing I have him there for support has been a big relief. Thank you so much!
November 20, 2024
5
Dr.Martinez and Cody Rock . We need more of this tag team through tout Georgia .
November 20, 2024
5
Excellent very professional caring
November 22, 2024
5
One of the best experiences I ever had with a Dr. visit
