Dr. Gerardo Martinez - Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
Emergency Medicine Specialist
English, Spanish
Nayarit, Mexico
- USD $155 per appointment
Introducing Myself
I am one of the highly qualified and expert emergency medicine professionals in pre-hospital care with invaluable experience of over 37 years. My residence is in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, Mexico. I can fluently communicate with you in English and Spanish. I will be happy to assist you via video and audio online medical consultation.
My services include online video and audio medical consultations, as well as in-person House Call visits. I cover Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerías, and all municipalities in the Banderas Bay Area under the same service fee, ensuring accessible and convenient care for patients in need.
I lead an international medical assistance company that provides expert support to insurers and assistance services worldwide, ensuring high-quality care for medical cases in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Throughout my career, I have conducted over 1,500 critical patient evacuations across five continents, both in military and civilian operations, using various dedicated aircraft. I am ATLS and ACLS certified and have been an international speaker on emergency medicine and medical insurance, sharing insights at global forums. My expertise is also reflected in published research on aeromedical transport, travel medicine, and health insurance.
With a strong foundation in healthcare management, insurance claims, and medical case coordination, I am committed to advancing global medical assistance services by integrating strategic planning, business development, and operational excellence into my work.
Work & Experience
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Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana, Luis F. Gómez Niño Hospital, Apiay, Colombia: Staff MD & Flight Surgeon
1987 - 1988 (1 year) -
ASTRAL Air Ambulance, Bogotá, Colombia: Medical Director & Chief Flight Physician
1988 - 1993 (5 years) -
Aeroambulancia EU, Bogotá, Colombia: President & Medical Director/Chief Flight MD
1993 - 1998 (5 years) -
PatientLink Aeromedical, Victoria, BC Canada: Chief Flight Physician
1998 - 2000 (2 years) -
TIC TRAVEL INSURANCE COORDINATORS, Vancouver, BC Canada: Medical Director
2000 - 2008 (8 years) -
ASA - Assistance Services of the Americas, Guadalajara, Mexico: Medical Director & CEO
2009 - Present (16 years, 2 months)
Education
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Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Master of Health Administration (MHA)1991 - 1992 (1 year) -
SAMU Hospital
Emergency Medicine1988 - 1991 (3 years) -
Colombian Aerospace Force
Flight Surgeon, Aerospace Medicine1987 - 1988 (1 year) -
Universidad El Bosque
Physician & Surgeon, Medicine1980 - 1986 (6 years)