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Emily Martin, MD

Specialty in Emergency Medicine

Dr. Martin is an Emergency Medicine resident at the University of Washington in Seattle. She received her undergraduate degree from Stanford University where she majored in Human Biology, and received her MD from the University of Pennsylvania. She’s interested in Emergency Medical Services and Flight Medicine, and is currently a resident flight physician with Airlift Northwest. In her free time, she enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, cycling, rock climbing, and trail running!

Practice names

Resident in Emergency Medicine at the University of Washington

Education and training

2018 - Current - Emergency Medicine Residency, University of Washington

2014-2018 - MD, University of Pennsylvania

2011-2013 - Post Bac, Mills College

2006-2010 - BA (Human Biology), Stanford University

Certifications

Resident in Emergency Medicine at the University of Washington

Articles from Emily Martin, MD

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10 Rib Pain Causes

Rib pain or pain in the chest wall that feels like it comes from a rib may be caused by traumatic injury, muscle strain, joint inflammation, or chronic pain, and ranges in severity. Rib cage pain can be associated with bruising, difficulty taking a deep breath, joint pain, and more. Read more below to learn what may be causing your rib pain and when to seek treatment.

5 Causes of Gum Pain and Finding Relief

Gum pain can be associated with symptoms like bleeding gums, pain with chewing, or swelling of the gums. Reasons why your gums may hurt include inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis. Other causes include dental irritations from brushing, flossing, or dental procedures. Painful gum can also arise from oral herpes and cold sores.

Feel Like Your Face is Tingling? Learn Common Causes & Treatments

The sensation of face tingling is most commonly caused by anxiety or a panic attack. Tingling and numbness in the face can also be caused by nerve sensitivity or damage, known as Bell's Palsy.

Limping Symptoms, Causes & Common Questions

Understand your limping symptoms with Buoy, including 10 causes and common questions concerning your limping.

Tickle in Throat: Causes & Treatments

A tickle in your throat can be caused by an infection, inflammatory conditions, or other chronic conditions, and treatments range from home treatment to doctor visits.

Why Is My Thumb Numb? Causes & How to Treat It

Thumb numbness can have many possible causes. This may include injury to any nearby components of the arm, wrist, or hand, temporary nerve compression from arm positioning, nerve root compression in the neck or nerve compression in the wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome), or even some systemic illnesses. Learn how to get relief.

Aseptic Meningitis: How to Detect Symptoms & Emergency Treatment

Aseptic meningitis is a specific type of meningitis that refers to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord caused by something other than a bacterial infection, most commonly, a viral infection.

Why Does My Toe Hurt?

Common toe pain causes include bunions & toenail problems. Toe injuries (sprains & fractures) and medical problems (gout & diabetes) can also cause toe pain.

Top Bladder Spasm Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

What is a bladder spasm? A bladder spasm is when the bladder muscles squeeze without warning & can force out urine. Learn about bladder spasm treatment & causes.

Adrenoleukodystrophy

Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a genetic disease that usually affects males. The brain disorder destroys the nerve cells that allow us to think and to control our muscles.

10 Rib Pain Causes

Rib pain or pain in the chest wall that feels like it comes from a rib may be caused by traumatic injury, muscle strain, joint inflammation, or chronic pain, and ranges in severity. Rib cage pain can be associated with bruising, difficulty taking a deep breath, joint pain, and more. Read more below to learn what may be causing your rib pain and when to seek treatment.

5 Causes of Gum Pain and Finding Relief

Gum pain can be associated with symptoms like bleeding gums, pain with chewing, or swelling of the gums. Reasons why your gums may hurt include inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis. Other causes include dental irritations from brushing, flossing, or dental procedures. Painful gum can also arise from oral herpes and cold sores.

Feel Like Your Face is Tingling? Learn Common Causes & Treatments

The sensation of face tingling is most commonly caused by anxiety or a panic attack. Tingling and numbness in the face can also be caused by nerve sensitivity or damage, known as Bell's Palsy.

Limping Symptoms, Causes & Common Questions

Understand your limping symptoms with Buoy, including 10 causes and common questions concerning your limping.

Tickle in Throat: Causes & Treatments

A tickle in your throat can be caused by an infection, inflammatory conditions, or other chronic conditions, and treatments range from home treatment to doctor visits.

Why Is My Thumb Numb? Causes & How to Treat It

Thumb numbness can have many possible causes. This may include injury to any nearby components of the arm, wrist, or hand, temporary nerve compression from arm positioning, nerve root compression in the neck or nerve compression in the wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome), or even some systemic illnesses. Learn how to get relief.

Aseptic Meningitis: How to Detect Symptoms & Emergency Treatment

Aseptic meningitis is a specific type of meningitis that refers to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord caused by something other than a bacterial infection, most commonly, a viral infection.

Why Does My Toe Hurt?

Common toe pain causes include bunions & toenail problems. Toe injuries (sprains & fractures) and medical problems (gout & diabetes) can also cause toe pain.

Top Bladder Spasm Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

What is a bladder spasm? A bladder spasm is when the bladder muscles squeeze without warning & can force out urine. Learn about bladder spasm treatment & causes.

Adrenoleukodystrophy

Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a genetic disease that usually affects males. The brain disorder destroys the nerve cells that allow us to think and to control our muscles.

10 Rib Pain Causes

Rib pain or pain in the chest wall that feels like it comes from a rib may be caused by traumatic injury, muscle strain, joint inflammation, or chronic pain, and ranges in severity. Rib cage pain can be associated with bruising, difficulty taking a deep breath, joint pain, and more. Read more below to learn what may be causing your rib pain and when to seek treatment.

5 Causes of Gum Pain and Finding Relief

Gum pain can be associated with symptoms like bleeding gums, pain with chewing, or swelling of the gums. Reasons why your gums may hurt include inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis. Other causes include dental irritations from brushing, flossing, or dental procedures. Painful gum can also arise from oral herpes and cold sores.

Feel Like Your Face is Tingling? Learn Common Causes & Treatments

The sensation of face tingling is most commonly caused by anxiety or a panic attack. Tingling and numbness in the face can also be caused by nerve sensitivity or damage, known as Bell's Palsy.

Limping Symptoms, Causes & Common Questions

Understand your limping symptoms with Buoy, including 10 causes and common questions concerning your limping.

Tickle in Throat: Causes & Treatments

A tickle in your throat can be caused by an infection, inflammatory conditions, or other chronic conditions, and treatments range from home treatment to doctor visits.

Why Is My Thumb Numb? Causes & How to Treat It

Thumb numbness can have many possible causes. This may include injury to any nearby components of the arm, wrist, or hand, temporary nerve compression from arm positioning, nerve root compression in the neck or nerve compression in the wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome), or even some systemic illnesses. Learn how to get relief.

Aseptic Meningitis: How to Detect Symptoms & Emergency Treatment

Aseptic meningitis is a specific type of meningitis that refers to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord caused by something other than a bacterial infection, most commonly, a viral infection.

Why Does My Toe Hurt?

Common toe pain causes include bunions & toenail problems. Toe injuries (sprains & fractures) and medical problems (gout & diabetes) can also cause toe pain.

Top Bladder Spasm Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

What is a bladder spasm? A bladder spasm is when the bladder muscles squeeze without warning & can force out urine. Learn about bladder spasm treatment & causes.

Adrenoleukodystrophy

Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a genetic disease that usually affects males. The brain disorder destroys the nerve cells that allow us to think and to control our muscles.