Biographical summary
Jorys Martinez-Jorge, M.D., is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota where he serves as Chair of the Division of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Martinez-Jorge specializes in breast reconstruction, body contouring, and gender-affirming surgery, and is committed to guiding people through their reconstructive journey with individualized care. Each patient receives a tailored plan designed to reflect their goals and ensure they play an active role in the decision-making process.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Martinez-Jorge focuses on procedures that restore form and function and improve quality of life. His clinical focus includes:
- Breast reconstruction with microsurgery and implants: Comprehensive reconstructive options that help restore form and confidence following breast surgery, including advanced microsurgical techniques and implant-based reconstruction.
- Gender affirming surgery: Specialized surgical care for transfeminine and transmasculine adult patients, delivered through an individualized process that emphasizes education, partnership, and informed decision-making.
- Body contouring surgery: Procedures that address both aesthetic goals and medical necessities, helping people achieve improved function, comfort, and quality of life.
- Breast aesthetic surgery: Offers a wide range of procedures including implant-based breast augmentation, mastopexy, breast reduction, and others to help people achieve their goals and improve quality of life.
- Female genital surgery: including labiaplasty, clitoral hood reduction, autologous fat transfer, and others, to help address aesthetic and functional needs.
Research and professional highlights
In addition to his clinical and leadership responsibilities, Dr. Martinez-Jorge is actively involved in research and surgical education. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes. His leadership roles of Chair for the Division of Plastic Surgery and Surgical Director for the Transgender Clinic underscore his dedication to excellence in patient care and education.
Conditions treated
- Breast asymmetry
- Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma
- Skin wrinkles
Procedures performed
Interests
- Breast reconstruction, including microsurgical breast reconstruction
- Autologous breast reconstruction
- Breast reconstruction, including microsurgical breast reconstruction
- Cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery (includes DIEP flap and augmentation)
- Aesthetic surgery
- Body contouring
- Microsurgery
- Laser surgery
- Cancer Reconstruction
- Perforator flaps
- Gender reassignment surgery
- General reconstruction
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2014
FellowPlastic Surgery, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 2014
ResidentDivision of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
- 2011
Resident - General Surgery ResidencyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine
- 2007
Internship - General SurgeryUniversity of Miami Miller School/Jackson Memorial Hospital/VA Hospital
- 2003
MDInstituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2016
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic Surgery
Awards and honors
- 2025
Teacher of the Year - Plastic Surgery ResidencyMayo Clinic Rochester
- 2025
2025 Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Mayo Clinic Hospital - Methodist, Eisenberg 64 top Performing UnitMayo Clinic in Rochester
- 2025
Teacher of the Year Mayo Clinic Rochester
- 2024
Poster of distinction award.
Assessing Postoperative Outcomes in Transgender Women Undergoing Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty: Insights from the Affirm QuestionnaireBalfour Research Symposium
- 2024
2024 Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Mayo Clinic Hospital - Methodist, Eisenberg 64 top Performing UnitMayo Clinic in Rochester
- 2024
2023 Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Mayo Clinic Hospital - Methodist, Eisenberg 64 top Performing UnitMayo Clinic in Rochester
- 2023
2022 Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Top Performing Provider Mayo Clinic
- 2023
2022 Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Mayo Clinic Hospital - Methodist, Eisenberg 64 top Performing UnitMayo Clinic in Rochester
- 2018
Distinguished Alumni Award Instituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo
- 2018
Teacher of the Year Mayo Clinic Rochester
- 2016
2016 Travel AwardNIH National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases and National Hispanic Medical Association
- 2013
Mayo International Health Program Scholarship AwardDepartment of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery
- 2011
Leon Ginzburg AwardMount Sinai School of Medicine
- 2011
Leon Ginzburg AwardAlbert Einstein College of Medicine Beth Israel Medical Center
- 2003
Magna Cum LaudeInstituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo
- 2003
Recognition PlaqueInstituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo
Professional memberships
- 2025 - present
Active MemberSurgical and Procedural Committee, Clinical Practice Committee, Mayo Clinic Rochester Executive Operations Team
- 2022 - present
MemberRochester Belonging Committee
- 2022 - present
MemberWorld Professional Association of Transgender Health
- 2020 - 2024
ChairMayo Clinic Department of Surgery Belonging Committee
- 2020 - present
Active MemberMayo Clinic Department of Surgery Belonging Committee
- 2020 - present
MemberSMaRT Committee
- 2019 - 2021
Chair / MemberOffice of Patient Experience, Division of Patient Support Services
- 2018 - present
MemberPlastic Surgery Specialty Council
- 2018 - present
MemberDivision of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
- 2018 - present
ChairCPC Committee, Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
- 2018 - present
MemberDepartment of Surgery Practice Committee
- 2017 - present
Advisor/MentorMayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education
- 2017 - present
MemberMEGS RST Somos Latinos
- 2016 - present
MemberNational Hispanic Medical Association
- 2015 - present
Subject Matter ExpertPlummer Project
- 2015 - 2020
MemberDiversity and Inclusion Committee
- 2015 - present
MemberFace Transplant Team, Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
- 2015 - present
MemberDepartment of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, Resident Selection Committee
- 2014 - present
MemberEducation Committee, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery
- 2014 - present
ChairCurriculum Development Committee, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery
- 2014 - present
MemberDepartment of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, Resident Selection Committee
- 2012 - 2014
Administrative Chief ResidentChief Resident Associate, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery
- 2012 - 2014
MemberPlastic Surgery Research Council
- 2011 - present
MemberAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons
- 2011 - present
MemberAmerican Medical Association
Publications