Martha Romero

Research Associate
Applied Clinical Research 

First UTSW job: Research Assistant I in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management.

Best part about my job: It allows me to meet people from different cultures and countries and to help my co-workers.

What energizes me at work: Being able to start the day with a smile and solve problems.

How co-workers describe me: A person who is understanding, organized, neat, and always there to help where needed.

Recipe for success: Be disciplined and constant, and treat others as you would like to be treated.

Best UTSW memory: Once at a Christmas party, we played the white elephant gift exchange game and the late Jere Mitchell, M.D., chose to open my gift. On that occasion, I had wrapped the gift in many different boxes of various sizes, and I remember the joy on his face as he unwrapped one after another.

I wish I were an instant expert at: Physical rehabilitation, so I could help as many people as possible regain their normal function and active living.

I’m really good at: Listening and giving emotional support to others.

Hobbies: Being physically active with weights and cardio exercise as well as watching all kinds of sports.

Surprising fact: I was a bone marrow donor and a national basketball player in Mexico.