Carolyn J. Martin, OD, MS, FAAO
Dr. Carolyn Martin has a lot of accomplishments from what her husband affectionately calls “her geek days.” But these days she is most proud of her family. Together they love to share experiences. Traveling and appreciating the arts provide the most special occasions, but COVID19 taught them that playing board games and cooking together is just as memorable. On a day-to-day basis they enjoy hiking, skiing, and dining as ways to savor the moments together. On her own time Carolyn can be found staying fit with mountain biking, metabolic training and TRX, working puzzles, or in service to our community through Rotary and other projects.
Dr. Martin is so excited to bring Eye Boutique of Sedona to her extended family, her patients. The practice is the culmination of experiences in different modes of practice and her knowledge of community needs. She welcomes all feedback to help create the very best in eye care.
Dr. Martin is so excited to bring Eye Boutique of Sedona to her extended family, her patients. The practice is the culmination of experiences in different modes of practice and her knowledge of community needs. She welcomes all feedback to help create the very best in eye care.
Dr. Carolyn's Resume
Education:
The University of New Mexico, Graduate School, 2001. Classes in Master of Public Administration Degree. GPA: 4.33/4.00.
Residency, Hospital Based Optometry, Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center, July 1, 1996 - June 30, 1997. Director: William L. Jones, O.D.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Optometry, 1992-1996. Degree awarded: Doctor of Optometry, June 2, 1996. GPA: 3.95/4.00. Externship: Winslow Public Health Hospital, Arizona, March – June 1996.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Graduate School, 1992-1996. Degree awarded: Master of Science in Vision Science, June 2, 1996. GPA: 4.00/4.00. Thesis: The Effect of Peripheral Clearance on RGP Lens Performance.
University of Missouri-Columbia, 1987-1992. Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education, Emphasis on Secondary Biology Education, May 16, 1992. GPA: 4.00/4.00.
Professional Positions:
Staff Optometrist, Southwestern Eye Center, November 28, 2005 – April 14, 2013.
Staff Optometrist, Eye Associates of New Mexico, September 5, 2001 – May 10, 2005.
Director of Optometric Education, Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center, January 26, 1998-August 24, 2001.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Houston College of Optometry, 1998-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Southern California College of Optometry, 1999-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Assistant Clinical Professor WOS (without salary), University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry, 1998-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Adjunct Faculty, Southern College of Optometry, 1999-2005. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC and Eye Associates of New Mexico.
Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, July 15, 1997-January 16, 1998.
Staff Optometrist, The Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, July 15, 1997-January 16, 1998.
Licensure:
Arizona State Board of Optometry, Therapeutic/Diagnositc License number 1467 first awarded July 15, 2005.
State of New Mexico Board of Examiners in Optometry, Therapeutic/Diagnostic License number 496 first awarded October 6, 1998. Oral Pharmaceutical Certificate number OP2496 first awarded October 6, 1998.
State of Colorado Board of Optometric Examiners, Therapeutic/Diagnostic Optometrist. License number 1862 first awarded November 8, 1996.
Certifications/Training:
Consultant, Council on Optometric Education, August 15, 2000.
Basic Life Support, June 1998-present.
Certified Phlebotomist, Denver, CO, August 29, 1997.
Honors and Awards:
2009: Doctor of the Year, Southwestern Eye Center
2004-05: Named one of “America’s Top Optometrists” by Consumers’ Research Council of America
2002-03: Named one of “America’s Top Optometrists” by Consumers’ Research Council of America
2000: Department of Veterans Affairs Special Contribution Award
1998: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry
1996: Alcon Scholarship Award for excellence in contact lenses Bausch & Lomb Practice Initiation
Award Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Medal--awarded to the valedictorian of the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry’s Class of 1996
Dean’s Award for overall excellence
Jess Boyd Eskridge Clinical Excellence Award
Outstanding Student in Vision Science Award
Silor Optical Award for excellence in ophthalmic materials
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Outstanding Woman Student Award
1995: Bausch & Lomb Contact with the Future Education Travel Grant
Silhouette Award for excellence in ophthalmic materials management and academics
1995: Vision Service Plan Primary Eyecare Program Scholarship Award
1994: Bausch & Lomb Travel Fellowship for the American Academy of Optometry convention in San Diego, CA
1993-96: Member, Beta Sigma Kappa, International Optometric Honor Society, 1994-95 chapter President
Activities: Secretary-treasurer, Board of Directors, Sedona Chamber Ballet Company. Troop co-leader, 3717 Brownies, Girl Scouts of America, Sedona, AZ. Clinical examiner, National Board of Optometric Examiners (NBEO). Consultant, Council on Optometric Education (COE). Fellow, American Academy of Optometry (AAO). Member, American Optometric Society (AOS). Member, Beta Sigma Kappa. Member, Golden Key National Honor Society. Member, Phi Kappa Phi
Committees, National: Council on Optometric Education, 2000-present. Residency Committee, National Association of Veterans Administration Optometrists, 1999. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Commission on Research Integrity, May 1995.
Committees, Institutional: Board of Directors, Rotary Club of Sedona Village. Secretary-treasurer, Sedona Chamber Ballet Company, Sedona, AZ, 2012-present. Volunteer, Girl Scouts of America, Sedona, AZ, 2012-present. Member, Precious Stones Preschool Board of Directors, Sedona, AZ, 2007-2010. Member, Pima Medical Institute Advisory Board, Albuquerque, NM, 2004-05. Member, Clinical Development Council, Eye Associates of New Mexico, 2003-05. Member, Albuquerque Operations Committee, Eye Associates of New Mexico, 2002. Member, Admissions Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1993-96. Member, Curriculum Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1995-96. Member, Student Affairs Advisory Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1993-96. Professional schools representative, UAB Cultural Activities Committee, 1994-95.
Bibliography:
Published Papers: Martin, CJ. Orbital Pseudotumor: Case Report and Overview. Journal of the American Optometric Association, 1997. Dec; 68(12): 775-81.
Martin, CJ. What O.D.s Should Know About Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 1: Diagnosis, Management, Co-Management by Othter Health Care Professionals. Practical Optometry, 2002. Apr;13(3): 84-87.
Martin, CJ. What O.D.s Should Know About Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus— Part 2: Being a Co-Manager. Practical Optometry, 2002. Apr; 13(3): 89-92.
Martin, CJ. Update 2005: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 1: Diagnosis,
Management, and Co-Management by Other Health-Care Professionals. Clinical & Refractive Optometry, 2005. 16(7): 206-10. COPE approved.
Martin, CJ. Update 2005: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 2: Being a Co-Manager. Clinical & Refractive Optometry, 2005. 16(7): 214-17. COPE approved.
Martin, CJ. Type 2 Diabetes: Not Just for Adults Anymore. Review of Optometry, 2011. Sept: 78-86.
Abstracts:
Martin, CJ, Jackson, WE. Comparison of Digital Imaging vs. Color Retinal Photography in Young Subjects with Type 1 Diabetes. Presented at American Academy of Optometry annual meeting, Dec 15, 1997.
Lectures:
Pupil Assessment. Presented to the New Mexico Association of Ophthalmic Technical Personnel, October 5, 1999.
Diabetes: Two Types, Two Management Philosophies—What Co-Managing O.D.s Should Know. Ellerbrock Memorial Continuing Education Program, American Academy of Optometry, Philadelphia, December 6, 2001.
Sight-Limiting Processes/Therapeutic Options. Summer 2002 Geriatric Institute, The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, June 15, 2002.
Healthy Eyes: Common Eye Complaints. Presbyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 9, 2003.
Healthy Eyes: Common Eye Diseases. Presbyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 9, 2003.
Eye Care True or False. Immanuel Presbyterian Church Lenten Festival of Learning, Albuquerque, March 14, 2004.
Retinoscopy 101. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, May 11, 2004.
How to Avoid Overminusing. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, June 8 and 29, 2004.
Latent Hyperopia. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, July 13, 2004.
The Healthy Eye. Prebyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 21, 2004.
Diabetic Retinopathy. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, September, 14, 2004.
Keratoconus. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, November, 9, 2004.
Controversies and Questions. Guest Lecturer, Kaiser Permanente Department of Optometry, Denver, CO, July 2011.
Research:
Sub-investigator, investigational drug C-02-53, Alcon Laboratories, 2003.
Sub-investigator, investigational drug ISTA-BR-CS001. Efficacy and Safety of Topical Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution, .1% vs. Placebo for Treatment of Ocular Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery. Ista Pharmaceuticals, 2003.
Sub-investigator, Evaluation of the Clinical and Microbial Efficacy and Safety of 1.0% AzaSite Compared to 0.3% Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution in the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis. Insite Vision, Inc, 2004.
Sub-investigator, Akreos Adapt IOL study. Safety and Effectiveness of the Bausch & Lomb Akreos Adapt Single-piece Hydrophilic Acrylic Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens. Bausch & Lomb, 2004.
The University of New Mexico, Graduate School, 2001. Classes in Master of Public Administration Degree. GPA: 4.33/4.00.
Residency, Hospital Based Optometry, Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center, July 1, 1996 - June 30, 1997. Director: William L. Jones, O.D.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Optometry, 1992-1996. Degree awarded: Doctor of Optometry, June 2, 1996. GPA: 3.95/4.00. Externship: Winslow Public Health Hospital, Arizona, March – June 1996.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Graduate School, 1992-1996. Degree awarded: Master of Science in Vision Science, June 2, 1996. GPA: 4.00/4.00. Thesis: The Effect of Peripheral Clearance on RGP Lens Performance.
University of Missouri-Columbia, 1987-1992. Degree awarded: Bachelor of Science in Education, Emphasis on Secondary Biology Education, May 16, 1992. GPA: 4.00/4.00.
Professional Positions:
Staff Optometrist, Southwestern Eye Center, November 28, 2005 – April 14, 2013.
Staff Optometrist, Eye Associates of New Mexico, September 5, 2001 – May 10, 2005.
Director of Optometric Education, Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center, January 26, 1998-August 24, 2001.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Houston College of Optometry, 1998-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Southern California College of Optometry, 1999-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Assistant Clinical Professor WOS (without salary), University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry, 1998-2001. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC.
Adjunct Faculty, Southern College of Optometry, 1999-2005. As affiliate of Albuquerque VAMC and Eye Associates of New Mexico.
Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, July 15, 1997-January 16, 1998.
Staff Optometrist, The Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, July 15, 1997-January 16, 1998.
Licensure:
Arizona State Board of Optometry, Therapeutic/Diagnositc License number 1467 first awarded July 15, 2005.
State of New Mexico Board of Examiners in Optometry, Therapeutic/Diagnostic License number 496 first awarded October 6, 1998. Oral Pharmaceutical Certificate number OP2496 first awarded October 6, 1998.
State of Colorado Board of Optometric Examiners, Therapeutic/Diagnostic Optometrist. License number 1862 first awarded November 8, 1996.
Certifications/Training:
Consultant, Council on Optometric Education, August 15, 2000.
Basic Life Support, June 1998-present.
Certified Phlebotomist, Denver, CO, August 29, 1997.
Honors and Awards:
2009: Doctor of the Year, Southwestern Eye Center
2004-05: Named one of “America’s Top Optometrists” by Consumers’ Research Council of America
2002-03: Named one of “America’s Top Optometrists” by Consumers’ Research Council of America
2000: Department of Veterans Affairs Special Contribution Award
1998: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry
1996: Alcon Scholarship Award for excellence in contact lenses Bausch & Lomb Practice Initiation
Award Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Medal--awarded to the valedictorian of the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry’s Class of 1996
Dean’s Award for overall excellence
Jess Boyd Eskridge Clinical Excellence Award
Outstanding Student in Vision Science Award
Silor Optical Award for excellence in ophthalmic materials
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Outstanding Woman Student Award
1995: Bausch & Lomb Contact with the Future Education Travel Grant
Silhouette Award for excellence in ophthalmic materials management and academics
1995: Vision Service Plan Primary Eyecare Program Scholarship Award
1994: Bausch & Lomb Travel Fellowship for the American Academy of Optometry convention in San Diego, CA
1993-96: Member, Beta Sigma Kappa, International Optometric Honor Society, 1994-95 chapter President
Activities: Secretary-treasurer, Board of Directors, Sedona Chamber Ballet Company. Troop co-leader, 3717 Brownies, Girl Scouts of America, Sedona, AZ. Clinical examiner, National Board of Optometric Examiners (NBEO). Consultant, Council on Optometric Education (COE). Fellow, American Academy of Optometry (AAO). Member, American Optometric Society (AOS). Member, Beta Sigma Kappa. Member, Golden Key National Honor Society. Member, Phi Kappa Phi
Committees, National: Council on Optometric Education, 2000-present. Residency Committee, National Association of Veterans Administration Optometrists, 1999. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Commission on Research Integrity, May 1995.
Committees, Institutional: Board of Directors, Rotary Club of Sedona Village. Secretary-treasurer, Sedona Chamber Ballet Company, Sedona, AZ, 2012-present. Volunteer, Girl Scouts of America, Sedona, AZ, 2012-present. Member, Precious Stones Preschool Board of Directors, Sedona, AZ, 2007-2010. Member, Pima Medical Institute Advisory Board, Albuquerque, NM, 2004-05. Member, Clinical Development Council, Eye Associates of New Mexico, 2003-05. Member, Albuquerque Operations Committee, Eye Associates of New Mexico, 2002. Member, Admissions Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1993-96. Member, Curriculum Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1995-96. Member, Student Affairs Advisory Committee, UAB School of Optometry, 1993-96. Professional schools representative, UAB Cultural Activities Committee, 1994-95.
Bibliography:
Published Papers: Martin, CJ. Orbital Pseudotumor: Case Report and Overview. Journal of the American Optometric Association, 1997. Dec; 68(12): 775-81.
Martin, CJ. What O.D.s Should Know About Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 1: Diagnosis, Management, Co-Management by Othter Health Care Professionals. Practical Optometry, 2002. Apr;13(3): 84-87.
Martin, CJ. What O.D.s Should Know About Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus— Part 2: Being a Co-Manager. Practical Optometry, 2002. Apr; 13(3): 89-92.
Martin, CJ. Update 2005: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 1: Diagnosis,
Management, and Co-Management by Other Health-Care Professionals. Clinical & Refractive Optometry, 2005. 16(7): 206-10. COPE approved.
Martin, CJ. Update 2005: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—Part 2: Being a Co-Manager. Clinical & Refractive Optometry, 2005. 16(7): 214-17. COPE approved.
Martin, CJ. Type 2 Diabetes: Not Just for Adults Anymore. Review of Optometry, 2011. Sept: 78-86.
Abstracts:
Martin, CJ, Jackson, WE. Comparison of Digital Imaging vs. Color Retinal Photography in Young Subjects with Type 1 Diabetes. Presented at American Academy of Optometry annual meeting, Dec 15, 1997.
Lectures:
Pupil Assessment. Presented to the New Mexico Association of Ophthalmic Technical Personnel, October 5, 1999.
Diabetes: Two Types, Two Management Philosophies—What Co-Managing O.D.s Should Know. Ellerbrock Memorial Continuing Education Program, American Academy of Optometry, Philadelphia, December 6, 2001.
Sight-Limiting Processes/Therapeutic Options. Summer 2002 Geriatric Institute, The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, June 15, 2002.
Healthy Eyes: Common Eye Complaints. Presbyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 9, 2003.
Healthy Eyes: Common Eye Diseases. Presbyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 9, 2003.
Eye Care True or False. Immanuel Presbyterian Church Lenten Festival of Learning, Albuquerque, March 14, 2004.
Retinoscopy 101. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, May 11, 2004.
How to Avoid Overminusing. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, June 8 and 29, 2004.
Latent Hyperopia. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, July 13, 2004.
The Healthy Eye. Prebyterian’s Senior Successful Aging Conference, Presbyterian Healthcare System, Albuquerque, August 21, 2004.
Diabetic Retinopathy. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, September, 14, 2004.
Keratoconus. Clinical Development Council Lecture Series, Albuquerque, November, 9, 2004.
Controversies and Questions. Guest Lecturer, Kaiser Permanente Department of Optometry, Denver, CO, July 2011.
Research:
Sub-investigator, investigational drug C-02-53, Alcon Laboratories, 2003.
Sub-investigator, investigational drug ISTA-BR-CS001. Efficacy and Safety of Topical Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution, .1% vs. Placebo for Treatment of Ocular Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery. Ista Pharmaceuticals, 2003.
Sub-investigator, Evaluation of the Clinical and Microbial Efficacy and Safety of 1.0% AzaSite Compared to 0.3% Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution in the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis. Insite Vision, Inc, 2004.
Sub-investigator, Akreos Adapt IOL study. Safety and Effectiveness of the Bausch & Lomb Akreos Adapt Single-piece Hydrophilic Acrylic Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens. Bausch & Lomb, 2004.
