Associate Professor
Francia Martinez’s global health focus centers on advancing health equity by addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes among underserved Hispanic populations in the US and Hispanic countries. Her approach places particular emphasis on plant-based nutrition, fitness, menopause education, and promoting initiatives such as those from the Environmental Working Group and the Institute for Responsible Technology (Non-GMO initiatives). Her interests in global health equity align with the Center’s themes of strengthening systems for health, addressing social and environmental determinants of health, and developing technical solutions. Martinez’s interest in global health equity focuses on addressing healthcare disparities and promoting health and wellness in Hispanic communities through targeted education, nutrition, and holistic health initiatives.
