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Outstanding Women
DR. CARLA MARTÍN
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obesity Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine
Vida360: Whole Journey Wellness
Carla Martín, MD, has been caring for adults and children in Rhode Island for over twenty-five years. Over time, she realized that our medical system often focuses on disease management rather than prevention. Instead of just putting people back together after illness, Dr. Martín’ s goals are to help patients stay as whole and healthy as possible, and prevent chronic disease.
Vida360: Whole Journey Wellness vida360wellness. com drcarla @ vida360wellness. com
148 West River Street, Suite 22 B, Providence, RI 02904
1525 Wampanoag Trail, Suite 202, East Providence, RI 02915
Tel: 401-540-8019 • Fax: 949-849-9948
She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, as well as Lifestyle Medicine and Obesity Medicine, equipping her to be an effective change agent for her patients. By optimizing lifestyle choices and judicious use of medications, she coaches patients on a wellness journey toward the healthiest version of themselves. Dr. Martín’ s goal is not only to help patients live longer, but to enjoy a longer health span. She speaks Spanish and will be offering services to children and menopausal care in the near future.
CHRISTINE HAYES
Vice President and Business Development Manager
BankNewport
C hristine Hayes has built her career on relationships, earning trust, identifying opportunities, and helping clients move forward with confidence. As vice president, business development manager, she leads efforts to expand and strengthen the bank’ s connections, ensuring clients receive thoughtful guidance and long-term financial solutions.
Hayes brings both analytical rigor and a people-first approach to her work. Her role blends strategy with service, supporting small businesses, advising consumers, and helping the bank grow in ways that are meaningful to the communities it serves. In the past year, Hayes has grown the bank’ s small business portfolio— in both the number of new customers and new deposit accounts— at a record-breaking pace. Hayes’ leadership is rooted in collaboration. Known for her client advisory skills, she approaches every relationship with intention, allowing her to identify needs early and tailor solutions that make a real impact.
BankNewport 184 John Clarke Rd. • Middletown, RI 02840 banknewport. com
Beyond the office, Hayes is deeply engaged in local causes. She is a board member of the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation and a member of the East Greenwich Animal Protection League, reflecting her belief that leadership extends beyond the workplace. Hayes remains closely connected to the people and businesses she serves. Whether guiding a small business through its next chapter or supporting a nonprofit’ s mission, she exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose.
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