Rita Manfredi

EM physician at MFA-GWU

Rita A. Manfredi, MD, FACEP, is a prominent emergency medicine physician and professor at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She has an extensive background in emergency medicine, having initially served as a US Navy Flight Surgeon after completing her medical education at Brown University. Dr. Manfredi's career includes a residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Massachusetts and experience as a flight physician with New England Life Flight Helicopter.1 3

Professional Background

Education:
- BA from Brown University (1978)
- MD from Brown University (1983)
Military Service:
- Served as a Flight Surgeon in the US Navy, flying with a Marine Corps tactical jet squadron.
Fellowship:
- Completed a fellowship in Health and Spirituality at the George Washington Institute for Spirituality and Health.

Contributions to Emergency Medicine

Dr. Manfredi is recognized for her leadership in physician wellness, having served as the national chair for the American College of Emergency Physicians’ (ACEP) Wellbeing Committee. She has actively contributed to various committees and initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being of emergency medicine practitioners. Her work includes editing resources like “Being Well in Emergency Medicine” and participating in national conferences focused on wellness in the field.1 2 4

Awards and Recognition

2020: Received the ACEP Wellness Section’s Outstanding Director of Wellness Award.
2021: Honored with ACEP’s Lifetime Achievement Award: The Pamela Benson Trailblazer Award for her significant contributions to emergency medicine.1 3

Research and Publications

Dr. Manfredi has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles focusing on well-being and the integration of palliative care principles into emergency medicine. She continues to educate emergency providers on effective communication regarding goals of care in critical situations.1 4

Personal Life

Dr. Manfredi is married to a US Marine Corps jet pilot and has three children involved in various professional fields, including non-profit work and cinematography.1 3

For more detailed professional insights, her LinkedIn profile can be found under the username rita-manfredi-a20b6239.5