THE OPHTHALMIC PHYSICIAN
About The Founder
John R. Martinelli, MD, OD, FAAO is a dual-trained Physician and Optometrist dedicated to redefining primary eye care in modern medicine. As Medical Director of Martinelli Eye & Laser Centers, he has led decades of advanced ophthalmic care in primary, medical, and surgical management.
He is founder of The Ophthalmic Physician newsletter and community, author of multiple clinical texts including “A Foundation for The Ophthalmic Physician: Labs & Imaging for Primary Eye Care”, a physician member of the American Medical Association (AMA), as well as a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO).
Dr. Martinelli’s work centers on a bold vision: creating a new specialty in medicine — the Doctor of Ophthalmic Medicine (OMD) — properly bridging general medicine with the eye and visual system, filling critical gaps left by fragmented care, and shaping a new future for ocular and whole-person health.
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I teach a philosophy of taking care of people - who also happen to be our patients. Encouraging positive human connections day-in and day-out for which the return is immeasurable. My philosophy is inspired by years of real-life clinical scenarios and experiences, and I continue to see patients everyday. My hope is to inspire to be the best we can be taking care of people.
- John
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What They Have To Say...
This was a very well written and thorough first guide to patient care. There truly is a fine art to managing and retaining long term patients that can last a lifetime.
Dr. Martinelli certainly has so much knowledge and passion in his field and I look forward to seeing the more!
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Elizabeth S
A concise and comprehensive overview of lane and imaging. I wish I had this as a student but I’m also glad to have it as a practicing OD
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Belladona
Dr. Martinelli’s approach is refreshing and readable. I’m a member of his CME4OD FB group, and this appears to be a great start and sneak peek for the more formal series to come!
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LEVY CHRISTIAN
I found this book very insightful. It is concise and effective in summarizing the necessary lab and radiologic studies that all optometrists should be familiar with. I highly recommend to all optometrists in practice!
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Joshua P.
This book is an excellent resource for both new and seasoned practitioners of optometry. The information is clearly presented and full of tips about making the best decisions for patients. Highly recommend.
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Sheri M
A great read for anyone looking to learn more about optometry. Dr. Martinelli is truly so knowledgable and I'm looking forward to hopefully more books in the series! Quick and easy read-engaging!
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Lindsey Boland
I’m new to this field and I think this is extremely insightful and helpful. Inspires me to make some different choices.
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Danamart
Spot on reference information! Plus, Dr. Martinelli also has a story to tell about advocacy and taking proper care of patients.
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Phila Coffee
Dr. Martinelli's approach is easy to understand and straight forward with what is important.
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Tara C.
This is a good start to begin ordering labs and imaging!
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Sherri Johnson
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