Dr. Martinello joined QOC in 1972, after graduating from the University of Waterloo (UW) School of Optometry. While practicing in Mississauga, he also worked as a Clinical Instructor for 8 years at the UW School of Optometry and another 4 years in their Contact Lens Clinic.

He has also worked closely with the Vision Institute of Canada, a nonprofit optometric clinic located in Toronto. There, he served as VicePresident for 7 years and was instrumental in organizing a hugely successful annual fundraising draw.

Over the years, Dr. Martinello has been active in clinical research with new contact
lenses and solutions.

He sees patients of all ages and has a keen interest in specialized contact lens fitting for those with keratoconus and other corneal abnormalities. He also does extensive work in pediatrics.