Rita Rienzo
MMSc, PA-C, BS
Manager, Alumni Engagement, Physician Associate Program
Biography
News
Locations
Biography
- Develop and assess the clinical curriculum
- Maintain accreditation standards for clinical curriculum
- Lecture in surgery and emergency medicine topics
- Academic advisement of students
Education & Training
- ResidencyNorwalk Hospital/Yale University School of Medicine (1998)
- MMScEmory University (1994)
- BSFordham University (1980)
Honors & Recognition
Award | Awarding Organization | Date |
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Jack Cole Society Award | 2016 | |
Medical Education Fellowship AY 2011-2012 | Yale School of Medicine | 2011 |
Jack Cole Society Award | 2010 | |
Jack Cole Society Award for contributions in support of the Physician Associate profession | Jack Cole Student Society | 2009 |
Grant: Factors Influencing Graduate Physician Assistants in Their Decision to Pursue Postgraduate Residencies | PAEA Research Institute | 2007 |
Astra Zeneca Surgical Writing Competition, First Prize | Astra Zeneca | 1998 |
Frank J. Scallon Medical Science Foundation Medical Writing Award | Frank J. Scallon Medical Science Foundation | 1998 |
Professional Service
Organization | Role | Date |
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Education Space Task Force | Steering committee for renovation of Harkness Physical Exam Suite and Cushing Library classroom space. | 2016 - Present |
Clerkship Review Committee | Committee to provide ongoing review of YSM Clerkships. | 2013 - Present |
Educational Policy and Curriculum Committee (EPCC) | Member | 2013 - Present |
Yale PA Program Admissions Committee | Member | 2013 - Present |
Self Assessment Committee | Member | 2013 - Present |
Progress Committee | Member | 2013 - Present |
SCM User Testing Group, Yale New Haven Hospital | Member | 2013 - Present |
HAVEN Free Clinic Steering Committee | ||
Call Back Series | ||
Introduction to Surgery | ||
Physical exam skills for PA students | ||
Transition Weeks | ||
Surgical Skills/Small Animal Lab |