Dr. Melissa Martin, MD
Concierge Family Medicine physician, Laredo, TX
Axis Direct CareDr. Melissa Martin is a Family Medicine physician at Axis Direct Care, a direct primary care practice.
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About Dr. Martin
Dr. Martin did her undergraduate degree at Texas A&M International University and attended medical school at Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Christus Santa Rosa in San Antonio, where she was Chief Resident. She began her Family Medicine career as faculty at the Christus Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency.
She passed her board certification in Family Medicine in 2016 and keeps it in active status. She is also board certified in Lifestyle Medicine, earned in December 2023, and has training in Functional Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She provides comprehensive primary care as part of the Axis membership, from annual physicals to chronic disease management to in-office procedures.
She takes an integrative approach to chronic disease management, including medications and lifestyle. She works with patients on a weight management plan focused on lifestyle changes, and when indicated she combines lifestyle changes with prescription medications. Longer appointment times let the practice focus on thoughtful, comprehensive care rather than rushing visits.
Membership and fees
Axis membership for patients under 18 is $1,200 yearly ($100 monthly payments).
Axis membership for adults 18-35 is $1,800 yearly ($150 monthly payments).
Axis membership for adults over 35 is $2,100 yearly ($175 monthly payments).
Medications are not included in the membership fee, but members receive them at a discounted price.
Labs and imaging tests are billed through the patient's insurance, and discounted rates are contracted for patients without insurance.
Most in-office procedures are offered at no extra cost to members, and any extra fee is disclosed ahead of time.
Fees vary by plan. Ask the practice.
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Patient reviews
Awesome!
"Very professional care and consult."
Amazing!
"Guided me in choosing the best treatment option.+"
Great!
"Enlightened me about my condition."
Upfront and honest in setting my expectations.
"She was incredible! Ms. Melissa was upfront and honest in setting my expectations. Throughout the procedure, I felt at ease. I felt free to be myself without fear of being judged, and I was properly looked after."
She surpassed all expectations!
"Her great blend of professionalism and bedside demeanor never failed to impress us. She surpassed all expectations."
Takes time to learn about you!
"Ms. Melissa takes the time to learn about your background and discuss your particular situation with you. She is incredibly knowledgable and can explain things both in general and in detail."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Martin take insurance, or offer a membership?
Axis Direct Care is a direct primary care practice. Labs and imaging tests are billed through the patient's insurance.
How much does a membership at Axis Direct Care cost?
Membership for patients under 18 is $1,200 yearly ($100 monthly payments). Membership for adults 18-35 is $1,800 yearly ($150 monthly payments). Membership for adults over 35 is $2,100 yearly ($175 monthly payments).
Is Dr. Martin board certified?
Dr. Martin passed her board certification in Family Medicine in 2016 and keeps it in active status. She is also board certified in Lifestyle Medicine, earned in December 2023.
Where did Dr. Martin train?
She attended medical school at Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Christus Santa Rosa in San Antonio, where she was Chief Resident.
Does Dr. Martin offer telehealth?
Weight management follow-up visits can be in person or via telehealth.
Does Dr. Martin help with weight management?
She works with patients on a weight management plan focused on lifestyle changes. The weight management program, including quarterly 3D body composition scans, is included with the Axis membership.
