Jonathan Martin, MD, FAANS

Division Head, Neurosurgery | Paul M. Kanev, MD, Endowed Chair of Pediatric Neurosurgery | Co-Director, Spine and Peripheral Nerve Surgery | Associate Director For Trauma

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Jonathan Martin, MD, FAANS, is the Division Head of Neurosurgery at Connecticut Children’s. Dr. Martin’s expertise includes complex spinal reconstruction, chiari malformation, craniofacial surgery, and neuro-oncology.

Education

University of Vermont School of Medicine

Residency

Oregon Health Sciences University Hospital

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Fellowship

Childrens National Medical Center, Washington, DC

  • Neurosurgery, The American Board of Neurological Surgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery, The American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery

Professor of Surgery, University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Locations Where I See Patients

South Hadley Specialty Care Center

Connecticut Children’s Specialty Care Center – South Hadley

84 Willimansett Street, Suite 3
South Hadley, MA01075
United States

Connecticut Children's Medical Center building exterior

Connecticut Children’s Medical Center – Hartford

282 Washington Street
Hartford, CT06106
United States

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Provider showed concern

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Provider explained things clearly

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9

Most Recent Comments

August 8, 2026
The Dr took time to go over everything, answer my questions and interact with my son. He was fantastic
August 8, 2026
Dr. Martin is great - always very kind, thorough, and patient. He carefully listens to any updates, changes, or concerns before he explains the plan of care. He is very patient with any questions as well as my little one's questions and comments. My little one loves Dr. Martin but can be a sweet chatterbox - this time asking to see images of their past MRI. Dr. Martin never rushes, even when this follow-up was right before the office closed for lunch. Not only did he show the images, he made them move in a silly way to make us laugh. We trust and recommend Dr. Martin as a highly skilled doctor and surgeon, and we truly the appreciate his kindness and compassion.
July 7, 2026
Dr. Martin is AMAZING! We hope to have him as a provider throughout the duration of our child's care.
June 6, 2026
Fantastic bedside manner and interaction
June 6, 2026
Dr. Martin took a lot of time with us to explain our son's surgery and answer all of our questions. We are grateful for his care.
May 5, 2026
Dr. Martin always takes the time to listen and answer my questions
April 4, 2026
He was absolutely amazing. He went into in depth detail of the situation. He even pulled out a model skull to explain absolutely everything. He was friendly and compassionate which is exactly what you want in a provider. I loved my experience with the provider.
April 4, 2026
My only area of concern is around tickling. I know that Dr. Martin had good intentions in tickling my son to get him to look at the camera and smile for a photo for their records. While I think it's typical to tickle babies and young children, I also think it's important to ask for consent when tickling (which is a form of touching) older kids, particularly those with special needs, who may appear smaller or younger than their age. I don't think the tickling in this case was unwelcome, but I think that my son is old enough such that it's important for adults to respect his space and ask for his consent before touching his body.
March 3, 2026
I felt that Dr. Martin had exhausted the options he was willing to offer and appeared frustrated during our visit. He seemed reluctant to listen thoroughly to my child and repeatedly focused on the same points without presenting additional alternatives, aside from recommending a second opinion from a specific colleague. This approach made me uncomfortable.While I understand and appreciate the value of seeking a second opinion, I prefer to conduct my own research and choose a provider I feel is the best fit, rather than feeling directed toward only one option.Additionally, the interaction became strained when my child-who is dealing with hormonal imbalances and is still a minor-expressed frustration inappropriately. Instead of de-escalating the situation with patience and understanding, Dr. Martin indicated he no longer wished to continue the patient relationship.Given the circumstances, I was disappointed by the lack of flexibility and sensitivity during what has been a challenging and ongoing situation for our family. Based on this experience, I would not feel comfortable recommending his care to others.
January 1, 2026
Dr Martin made the experience stress free and educational. He took time to answer all our questions and make sure we understood everything pertaining to our visit. Dr Martin and the RN also got stickers and a stuffed animal for our daughter when she was scared and crying! Dr Martin, the RN and MA went above and beyond to ensure our daughter was treated with exceptional care and kindness.
January 1, 2026
Dr. Martin is one of the best communicators have ever met in the medical field.
January 1, 2026
Dr. Martin was kind and listened to our concerns.
October 10, 2025
Dr Martin is the best doctor we have ever had.