Richard A Martinello, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and of Pediatrics; Medical Director, Infection Prevention; Medical Director, Infection Prevention, Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale New Haven Health, Quality & Safety
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Biography
Dr. Martinello's major research interests include the molecular epidemiology and the transmission of respiratory viruses; specifically respiratory syncytial virus and influenza. In addition, Dr. Martinello is interested in the epidemiology, impact and prevention of healthcare associated infections including ventilator associated pneumonia, methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Clolstridium difficile.
Education & Training
- FellowYale-New Haven Hospital (2003)
- FellowYale School of Medicine (2003)
- FellowYale School of Medicine (2002)
- Chief ResidentIndiana University School of Medicine (1999)
- Internship and ResidencyIndiana University School of Medicine (1999)
- MDLoyola University (1995)
- BSLoyola University (1991)
Honors & Recognition
Award | Awarding Organization | Date |
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Best Abstract/Performance Improvement Category - “Using Multidisciplinary Teamwork to Reduce Hospital Acquired C. difficile.” | Yale New Haven Health, Safety, Quality and Experience Conference. | 2018 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Hispanic–Serving Health Professions Schools | 2015 |
Service Award | Department of Veterans Affairs | 2013 |
Certificate of Appreciation (Under Secretary for Health) | Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration | 2011 |
Special Contribution Award (VA Central Office) | Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration | 2009 |
Special Contribution Award (Veterans Integrated Service Network 1) | Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration | 2007 |
Certificate of Appreciation (Veterans Integrated Service Network 1) | Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration | 2006 |
13th Annual Meeting Travel Award | Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America | 2003 |