Marina Martinez is an experienced quality improvement leader committed to optimizing healthcare delivery, particularly for underserved communities. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Washington in 2019.

Marina currently serves as a Continuous Improvement Advisor at Rady Children’s Health, recognized among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. In this strategic role, she advises multidisciplinary teams, guiding complex projects to improve patient care using proven quality improvement methods.

Her career highlights a powerful commitment to measurable results. As a Program Manager at the Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, she managed five public health projects focused on childhood vaccinations, successfully coaching clinic leaders to achieve a 24% increase in vaccination rates for Hispanic children in medically underserved areas. Prior, as a Senior Quality Improvement Specialist at Sea Mar Community Health Centers, she led a project to standardize processes across 60 clinics, significantly improving patient and employee safety.

Marina’s background also includes serving as a Business Operations Consultant for executive leaders at tech companies, demonstrating her versatility in applying advanced process improvement tools. Her blend of clinical research, operations, and quality management expertise makes her an ideal candidate to drive systemic change in health administration.

How do you spend your free time?

“I love going on long walks with my dog, Jimi, preferably with a coffee in hand and a friend by my side. I also love food, dancing, and travel.”

Why did you join the EMPH program?

“To meet others passionate about public health, gain management skills, and learn how to impact public health policy.”