I went to see Dr Martinez to obtain more clarity on a lump in my breast. She recommended a biopsy. About a week after my biopsy I began experiencing crippling pain. After calling Dr Martinez's office with continued complaints her annoyed secretary relayed that I should take some Advil. After 4 more days of constant agony, Dr Martinez was finally able to see me. She walked in the room, kept her back to me and said "I hear you're experiencing some discomfort" to which I replied "I've never experienced more crippling agony in my life" she spent approximately 5 minutes with me, wrote me an script, advised me against going to the ER and sent me on my way. That night was the worst of my life. (Valentines day) I called again in the morning, the secretary took a message and never called me back. Finally I went to the ER where I was hospitalized all weekend and needed emergency surgery. The first doctor I saw said I looked like I had inflammatory breast cancer. My surgeon said you could fill a coffee cup with what came out of my breast. Dr Martinez clearly lacks compassion and bedside manner. It's evident that she's just checking off her days till retirement. I am traumatized after what I endured due to Dr Martinez's negligence. read more

My OBGYN recommended Dr. Martinez to me as the best breast surgeon in central Texas, after I self-examined, found a lump, and had a very worrying mammogram/ultrasound. I can't express my gratitude enough to him and to Dr. Martinez. She is very professional and businesslike, but also warm and patient and kind. Her office staff are BEYOND COMPARE when it comes to making you feel comfortable, welcome, even getting a laugh in here and there. She did an ultrasound in the office, and though she'd just done the biopsy, she told me she felt pretty sure it was malignant (which I appreciated because I wanted the straight story and I wanted to not be in suspense a moment longer. And she was right because she is that experienced and expert.) Although I was told that the biopsy of my lymph node might take two days to get results, her staff called me the NEXT DAY to let me know it was negative. Another big plus for me and a small sigh of relief. She guided me at every step, helped me with understanding the research, and when it came time to decide what to do, she didn't just lay out the options, she gave me wise advice and counsel... again, much appreciated. I wanted an expert to tell me what they would do if it were them... and the mass was sufficiently large in comparison to my B cup breast that she suggested I choose (if possible) a skin-nipple sparing mastectomy on that side, not a lumpectomy. That's what I opted for. Here's what you get with her-- she is SO skillful at what she does, that she was able to get me a clean margin and save the skin and nipple. How close were we??? ****.48 mm**** yes that's less than half of a millimeter. The difference between oops, sorry, we can't save the skin, you'll have to have so much other surgery to create a breast using your stomach or back skin and it will take months and never look anything like your breast.... and oops sorry, we saved the skin but there's a tiny bit of cancer still there so we have to do it again. She also recommended me to a wonderful, kind, skillful plastic surgeon (John Eggleston) and between the two of them I am.... grateful, and as happy as you can be having had a mastectomy. Today is my one year mammogram checkup, I've been on tamoxifen (no chemo, no radiation) all this last year, and I wanted to give a huge cheer for Dr M and her staff in case anyone else out there needed some insight on who to choose for the saving of their life. read more

Dr. Martinez is located at Texas Breast Specialists, a new "service division" of Texas Oncology. I had recently discovered a lump in my breast and after a doctors visit and an ultrasound, I was recommended for surgery and to see Dr. Martinez by two different locations/doctors. I tried looking up reviews online but there is virtually nothing. Hopefully this helps anyone else in my predicament. I went in for the consultation and Dr. Martinez seemed very professional, but was very Serious Business. I don't think she smiled once. She took an ultrasound herself, discussed options and even listed out all the risks of a lumpectomy surgery, which I really appreciated. I ended up having the surgery done and she was great! When I saw her at the hospital, she was very personable and was making jokes and generally just making me feel more relaxed and calm. All the hospital staff at St. Davids, where I had my surgery, were raving about how fast she is with surgery and how good she is! It's true. I was in out and of there in no time. She came in to talk with me and my boyfriend afterwards and explained recovery. When I went in for my post op, she was pretty quick and answered all my questions. I had a really, really good experience with her and would definitely recommend her if anyone needs to see a doctor about their ta-tas. Their office staff is definitely on the ball as well and very quick to respond. read more

Went to Dr. Martinez when my partner was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. She came recommended through a couple of friends and their friends. She is awesome. Period. She takes her time to explain and answer all of our questions and concerns. She was able to recommend doctors for all of the other services needed and they were wonderful choices as well. She made a horrible situation easier and I can't say enough about that. read more

Kelly Martinez, MD, FACS - The care book they give you is amazing. - Oncologist Near Me - Austin, Texas

Dr. Martinez did breast surgery on me last year while I was battling stage 2 triple negative breast cancer. Dr. Martinez has a very cold/serious bedside manner, which is fine, but not generally my preference. This is just my personality; I was happy to work with her as my surgeon since she had been referred by my OBGYN. Dr. Martinez performed a lumpectomy, breast reduction, breast lift, sentinel node biopsy (removed three lymph nodes from my armpit) and removed my port. My surgery went fine, although I heard afterwards from my husband, not the doctor, that I'd had some hemorrhaging so it took a little longer than expected. Post surgery, Dr. Martinez noted I had a higher level of bruising, swelling, and pain than your average patient. I was given 3 days worth of tramadol for my surgical recovery, and requested more after those three days, since I was in great pain still, and the doctor balked but gave it to me. I was not given any more prescription pain medication after that first week, despite facing 6 weeks of recovery for a huge amount of surgery. Two weeks after surgery, I had a sudden onset high fever (104.5) in the middle of the night, along with tachycardia and a massive headache and high blood pressure. I went to the ER and was eventually admitted because the problem couldn't be identified. Also, my IV was place on the arm where the lymph nodes had been removed, which the nurses corrected, horrified, when they realized. Meanwhile, the armpit that had surgery was hurting more than ever and started swelling. I developed a seroma (fluid collection) in the armpit, which was horribly painful and swelling bigger. Dr Martinez would not agree that the IV in my "wrong" arm caused a seroma, telling me that every one who has nodes removed gets a seroma (doctors/oncologists and other medical professionals since have told me this is very incorrect). She finally came to the hospital and drained the spot, and I felt much better and was discharged. Since the surgery, my cancerous breast has developed a large hard 'ball' internally, of fat necrosis, and it is extremely painful. Dr Martinez has told me that those are not supposed to hurt, which again, many medical professionals and other doctors and oncologists have said is not true. At my very last visit with Dr. Martinez, I went to her concerned about potential lumps I felt in my previously cancerous areas (not pain, although they are painful areas). While reviewing my patient record, she questioned why I am currently taking norco. I told her it was for the lymphedema (which I have as a result of node removal). She told me I don't have lymphedema. ......Despite the doctor and oncologist who diagnosed it, the OT I see once a week for treatment for it. That was a bit mind-blowing to see her outright deny a diagnosed condition. After brushing off my concerns with a very quick ultrasound and exam, I asked her why I have so much pain in those places. She told me pain was normal (other doctors have said this too) at this stage 6 months out, but that I likely just have a low pain threshold. She then proceeded to tell me that I had required more pain medication than "any other patient in her ENTIRE career," in a voice just dripping with... I don't know, accusation? Annoyance? Definitely disrespectful. She made it clear that I was THE ONLY ONE, disdainfully. I took the opportunity to tell her that none of the people I knew who went through breast surgery and reconstruction had been given "only three days of tramadol" and that most people were shocked that I received that. She got very offended and reminded me that she does the most breast surgery of any surgeon in Austin, and that those people 'arent doctors' (yes but.. they go to doctors.) I am grateful for what Dr. Martinez has done for my health. But she is a person who cannot take criticism, and cannot take anyone questioning her opinions and choices. That is not the kind of person I want in charge of my mortality, and I do not recommend that anyone reading this take that risk either. If she does the most breast surgery of anyone in Austin, I'm sure she won't miss my money or yours. read more

I met Dr. Martinez when my 23 year old daughter was diagnosed with breast cancer. Our first appointment was New Years Eve 2013, and though I am sure she and her staff wanted to get out of the office she never made us feel rushed. She took her time and did a thorough exam and medical history, as well as an ultrasound. She was very compassionate and warm and made sure we understood the need for genetic tests (due to my daughters young age), but also the importance of moving forward quickly. Sadly due to results if the genetic testing my daughter had a double mastectomy in February 2014. I will be forever grateful to Dr. Martinez for saving my daughters life, but also for her compassion and caring through this difficult journey. I feel confident that we had the best doctor possible for this devastating diagnosis. read more

I had an abnormal mammagram which required an ultra-sound guided biopsy. I choose Dr. Martinez based on her extensive expierence, education, specialization and at the VERY strong recommendation of my OB. I was told she's incredibly talented and although the biopsy is uncomfortable, her level of skill makes it more bearable. Lucky for me, they were able to schedule quickly. My first impression was very positive with her friendly staff and on-time appoitment. Upon meeting her, she reviewed my mammagram and explained the biopsy process. I soon learned that Dr. Martinez is incredibly smart; she's can quickly recall research studies, statistics, and knew the answer to EVERY question I asked. I knew I was in the presence of an expert. That, coupled with her years of expierence assured me that I had the best, most qualified surgeon in front of me. I also valued working with a women who could appreciate the emotional attachment to my breasts and understand my concerns with costemic outcome. I was terrified and she extended compassion and an absolute confidence that put me at ease. That is until I asked the question, "is it cancer?" Her answer terrified me..."Yes." Even before the biopsy was preformed she told me the truth. This came as a frightening relief as every other doctor passed me on to another, refusing to tell me what they knew, the truth. I knew then I could trust her. Dr. Martinez was straightforward, told me the truth and told me what we were going to do about it. I knew immediately that she was a doctor who would be truthful and would educate me to make the best decisions. Over the next few appoitments, we agreed we both had "the crying gene" and I appreciated that she took time to relate to me, the person, and not just the cancer. She saw me. I came to a decision to proceed with a lumpectomy, and she went in around the areola. She did an amazing job and cosmetically my breast looked amazing, and I got a small lift in the process. Unfortunately for me, I had a large string of DCIS (abnormal cells, too small to be visible in imagining) so it was only after the fact in pathology ,that we learned I didn't have clear margins and I required additional surgeries. Again, DCIS cannot be seen with the naked eye, so the additional surgeries where by no means a fault of Dr. Martinez--- that was the damn cancer's fault! After 3 surgeries I still had a beautiful, full breast. She did a spectacular job of "fluffing" or rearranging my tissue where there was no evidence of surgery. I still had BEAUTIFUL breasts (better than I started with the small lift). I felt happy and proud of my body, a confidence that other parts of my treatment would soon rival. Unfortunately, her beautiful work was ultimately undone by a mastectomy (also preformed by her, and also nicely done). I felt honored to have such an amazing women and surgeon treat me. She fought hard to save me and she supported me wholeheartedly to get me medically and emotionally where I needed to be. I want to reiterate that I had a very unusual treatment plan with multiple surgeries, and luckily this is not most people's reality. However, if you're in a situation of possible breast disease, you want a warrior and cancer slayer, whose passionate about her patients and eradicating the disease. You want someone heavily involved in the medical community, up-to-date on research and always looking to learn the next technique and procedure to give her patient the best health and cosmetic outcome. You don't need warm & fuzzy or the best zip code (guess what, she has those too!) You need the best, talented, expert and there is no one who meets this criteria better than Dr. Martinez. It's hard to find a way to thank the person who is so instrumental in saving your life, so I choose to write. I am offering a completely genuine account of my treatment and there's no one I'd recommend more. Here's a few more facts- Dr. Martinez prints and gives every pathology report and document (you don't even have to ask). Every room has an ultrasound machine, so she can easily take a look without sending you out for that sort of imagining. She keeps her appoitments on time so, there's no long wait. You get to call her office direct and can easily speak to a nurse (I mention this because many doctors are only reached by calling Austin Cancer Center's or Texas Oncologies main number and then have multiple transfers, many times to voicemails). She has a beautiful office with a surgical center in the same building, in addition to having privileges at other hospitals. She'll call you personally with pathology and other info (she doesn't have the nurse call.) Her staff if great, they will know who you are. Plenty of parking and easy to find. I am so thankful towards my OB and others that recommended Dr. Martinez. She's not just a doctor, she's one of "my people." Having a team of doctors you trust unconditionally makes navigating the process and making deci read more

I chose to hire Dr. Martinez for my March 2015 double mastectomy upon the recommendation of Dr. Ned Synder, who led my diep flap reconstruct. As a BRACA2+ patient at 40, I had many questions and concerns and consulted Breastcancer.org, my childhood best friend, a surgeon conducting similar surgeries in New York to local patients who had worked with both surgeons and other physicians that have treated me for years here in Austin. Dr. Martinez is a dedicated and serious surgeon that knows what she is doing and doesn't pussy foot around what needs to be done. She also works with an excellent team that encourages movement and lifestyle respect during recovery which was very supporting to me. Those that need "coddling" may take her frankness as a lack of bedside manner. Do not let that dissuade you because she cares VERY much and if you mistake it, you may miss out on the chance to work with the best breast surgeon in Austin. read more

Dr Martiez is the face you want to see before you go into surgery. She was wonderful in explaining my cancer to my 20 year-old and amazingly easy to work with. She cares deeply about her patients and her mission in life of eliminating cancer. I have very high regard for her and actually find her quite funny. She also is very responsive and I appreciate her so much as a person and as a professional. God speed Dr Martinez! read more