Rhett A Barrett

Rhett A Barrett, DO is a faculty member at the Uniformed Services University School of Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics. Currently serving as the Director of Navy Graduate Medical Education since 2023, he has held multiple leadership roles in military medical education and training over 15 years, including program directorships and administrative positions across Naval Medical Centers in Portsmouth and Camp Lejeune. His academic focus centers on graduate medical education and curriculum development.

• Education:
  • Certificate in Academic Leadership, Uniformed Services University (2018)
  • Certificate in Clinical Teaching, Uniformed Services University (2017)
  • Pediatric Residency, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (2007)
  • Pediatric Internship, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (2005)
  • DO, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (2004)
  • BS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2000)
• Research Interests:
  • Specializes in Graduate Medical Education and Curriculum Design for military healthcare professionals.
  • Focuses on academic leadership and clinical training methodologies in pediatrics.
• Scientific Awards and Roles:
  • Chief Resident, Pediatric Residency Program (2007-2008)
  • Director for Professional Education, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (2018-2021)
  • Program Director, Pediatric Residency (2014-2018)