Mesha Martinez, MD
- Pediatric Radiology
Neurointerventionalist (Pediatric and Adult)
Pediatric Radiologist
Associate Professor, Department of Radiology, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
737-229-2005
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
9835 North Lake Creek Parkway
Austin, TX 78717
Get to know Mesha Martinez, MD
Dr. Mesha Martinez is a distinguished pediatric radiologist, neuroradiologist, and neurointerventionalist, uniquely trained in neuroendovascular surgery in the United States. Her extensive training includes internal medicine, a diagnostic radiology residency, and specialized fellowships in pediatric neuroradiology, pediatric radiology, diagnostic neuroradiology, and endovascular surgical neuroradiology.
Passionate about medicine, patient advocacy and health equity, Dr. Martinez is committed to providing the best care for her patients. Her research focuses on perinatal and pediatric neurologic, neurovascular, and psychiatric diseases. An expert and engaging educator, Dr. Martinez frequently presents on the topic of pediatric neurointerventions and achieving health equity in medicine.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her husband and son.
Personal Statement
My philosophy of care, as a practitioner trained to treat both pediatric and adult patients, is centered on putting the patient first, delivering excellence and innovation, and ensuring my patients receive the best possible care.
Building trusting relationships with my patients and their families is fundamental. I am dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment by guiding patients through their health journeys with compassion, expertise and dedication. I prioritize making my patients feel understood, safe and cared for by listening to each patient's unique story and tailoring my approach to meet their specific healthcare needs.
I am committed to continuous learning and professional development to provide the most current and effective treatments that enhance patient outcomes and streamline care. Choosing my practice means trusting that your health and happiness are my top priorities. I am here to support you every step of the way, ensuring the best care in a nurturing and innovative environment.
Clinical Interests
Head, neck, spine vascular malformations, spinal angiography, spinal embolization, CSF procedures disorders and chronic/refractory headache, pediatric chronic back pain, intracranial and extracranial AV shunts (AVM and arteriovenous fistulas), intra-arterial tumor treatment
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | Fellowship | Neuroendovascular Intervention | 2018 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Fellowship | Neuroradiology | 2016 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Fellowship | Pediatric Radiology | 2015 |
| Temple University Hospital | Residency | Diagnostic Radiology | 2014 |
| Temple University Hospital | Internship | Internal Medicine | 2010 |
| Katz School of Medicine at Temple University | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 2009 |
| University of Delaware | Bachelors | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | 2005 |
| University of Delaware | Bachelors | Bachelor of Arts in Biological Science | 2005 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Association for Women in Radiology | Member |
| American College of Radiology | Member |
| American Roentgen Ray Society | Member |
| American Society of Neuroradiology | Member; Standards and Guidelines Committee Member |
| American Society of Pediatric Neuroradiology | Member |
| European Society of Minimally Invasive Neurological Therapy | Member |
| International Pediatric Stroke Organization | Member |
| International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies | Member |
| National Medical Association | Member |
| Radiological Society of North America | Member |
| Society of Neurointerventional Surgery | Member; Founder of Black Neurointerventionalists and their Allies |
| Society of Pediatric Interventional Radiology | Member |
| Society of Pediatric Radiology | Member |
| Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology | Member |
| World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology | Member |
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
Research interests
Pediatric neurointerventions, neonatal vascular malformations (including Vein of Galen and dural sinus malformation), intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma and other head, neck and spinal tumors, CSF pressure disorders (idiopathic intracranial hypertension and spontaneous intracranial hypotension), minority leadership in medicine, health equity
Smith, T, Tejada, J, Martinez, M.L. Urinary bladder retention secondary to intranasal administration of oxymetazoline "Afrin" for intra-arterial chemotherapy. Interventional Neuroradiology, 2023, p.15910199231204924
Heckman, C. A., Miller, D. J., Kremer, K. M., Martinez, M.L., Jea, A. H. An ischemic myelopathy case series: Flaccid paraplegia following a spike ball save and numbness while walking normally. Brain Circulation, 2023, 9(2), 107-111
Fraser, J. F., Pahwa, S., Maniskas, M., Michas, C., Martinez, M.L., Pennypacker, K. R., Dornbos, D. Now that the door is open: an update on ischemic stroke pharmacotherapeutics for the neurointerventionalist. Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery, 2023
Kelly, B., Martinez, ML., Do, H., Hayden, J., Huang, Y., Yedavalli, V., Lee, E. H. DEEP MOVEMENT: Deep learning of movie files for management of endovascular thrombectomy. European Radiology, 2023, 1-12
Wierzbowski, K. A., Wing, S. E., Brown, B. P., Martinez, ML., Golomb, M. R. Fetal cerebral sinovenous thrombosis and dural sinus malformation. Pediatric Neurology, 2022, 126, 89-93
Golomb, M. R., Tejada, J. G., Ducis, K. A., Martinez, ML. Acute and delayed cerebrovascular injury from gunshot to the head in a 12-year-old child during the CoViD-19 pandemic. Pediatric Neurology, 2022, 130, 1-3
Chaudhary, N., Elijovich, L., Martinez, ML., Fifi, J. T., Ortega-Gutierrez, S., Shaibani, A., Pearl, M. S. Pediatric diagnostic cerebral angiography: practice recommendations from the SNIS Pediatric Committee. Journal of Neurointerventional Surgery, 2021, 13(8), 762-766.
Golomb, M. R., Ducis, K. A., & Martinez, ML. Bow hunter’s syndrome in children: a review of the literature and presentation of a new case in a 12-year-old girl. Journal of Child Neurology, 2020, 35(11), 767-772.