Dr. Livingston MartinMD

Family Medicine

at Bainbridge Direct Primary Care — Bainbridge Island, WA

About

Livingston P. Martin, MD, is a dual board-certified family physician serving patients on Bainbridge Island. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Whitman College in 2014. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. His family medicine residency took place at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Bremerton, Washington, where he was selected as Chief Resident.

After residency, Dr. Martin pursued advanced training at the University of Washington. He completed both a Clinical Informatics Fellowship and a Master of Science in Clinical Informatics and Patient-Centered Technologies in 2025. The American Board of Family Medicine certified him in Family Medicine in 2023, and the American Board of Preventive Medicine certified him in Clinical Informatics in 2025. He also holds ACLS and PALS certifications. Before founding Bainbridge Direct Primary Care, he cared for patients at UW Medicine's Northgate Family Medicine Clinic, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and in-office procedures. His informatics training directly informs how he built the practice: streamlined, responsive, and easy for patients to navigate. Dr. Martin holds licensure in Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Texas. He focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and making primary care genuinely accessible for individuals and families.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Whitman College, B.A. Biology, 2014

Medical School

Texas Tech University School of Medicine, Lubbock, TX, 2020

Residency

Northwest Washington Family Medicine Residency (including Chief Residency), Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, Bremerton, WA, 2023

Fellowship

Clinical Informatics Fellowship, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2025

Additional Training

Master of Science, Clinical Informatics & Patient-Centered Technologies, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2025

Certifications

Board Certified in Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), 2023
Board Certified in Clinical Informatics, American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM), 2025
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Conditions Treated

diabetes
hypertension
asthma
depression
infections
minor injuries

Who is Dr. Martin right for?

Dr. Martin works well with adults and families who want a consistent, unhurried relationship with their physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or asthma benefit from his proactive, prevention-first approach. He also serves patients who need acute care handled efficiently without a trip to urgent care. Families can add children and young adults to a membership, making him a practical fit for households of any size. His informatics background makes the practice especially well-suited for patients who value direct communication and a tech-forward, well-organized care experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Martin manages a broad range of primary care needs, including chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and depression. He also treats acute illnesses such as infections and minor injuries. His focus on preventive medicine means he works with patients before problems develop, not just after.

Yes. Dr. Martin holds dual board certification. The American Board of Family Medicine certified him in Family Medicine in 2023. The American Board of Preventive Medicine certified him in Clinical Informatics in 2025. He also holds ACLS and PALS clinical certifications.

Dr. Martin earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 2020. He completed his family medicine residency at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Bremerton, Washington, serving as Chief Resident. He then completed a Clinical Informatics Fellowship and earned a Master of Science from the University of Washington in 2025.

Dr. Martin performs a wide range of procedures in the office. These include laceration repair, wound care and debridement, abscess drainage, ear wax removal, lesion removal, skin biopsies, and CryoProbe cryosurgery for benign lesion removal. He also performs cardiac EKG and point-of-care ultrasound for diagnostic assessment.

Dr. Martin builds preventive medicine into every patient relationship. He conducts annual wellness exams with age- and risk-based screenings and provides lifestyle and nutrition counseling. His goal is to identify and address risk factors before they become serious conditions.

Yes. Dr. Martin makes himself available to members for urgent medical concerns after hours via phone or secure messaging. This direct access is included in all memberships. He does not route after-hours calls through an answering service.

Yes. Dr. Martin cares for patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults. The membership structure reflects this, with add-on rates available for children and young adults up to age 26. Families often enroll multiple members under a single household plan.

Dr. Martin holds a Physician and Surgeon License in Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Texas. Washington is his primary practice state, but his multi-state licensure supports telemedicine consultations for patients in those additional states.

Dr. Martin works with each patient to identify the right specialist and sends appropriate referrals. He prioritizes thorough communication with specialists to maintain continuity of care. Discounted e-consults with specialists are also available as a lower-cost option for many situations.

Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026