Rita Rienzo
MMSc, PA-C, BS
Manager, Alumni Engagement, Physician Associate Program
Biography
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |