Dr. David Zodda, MD, FACEP

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Exemplifying Excellence and Compassion in Modern Healthcare

Dr. David Zodda, a highly respected board certified emergency physician, is making waves in the medical community. He is an attending physician at Inova Fairfax Hospital, in McLean, Virginia, where he serves as Chairman of the Inova Knowledge Translation Collective, a think tank focused on improving health care delivery through evidence-based medicine. 

Dr. Zodda honed his expertise in emergency medicine while completing residency training at one of the country’s top trauma hospitals, The Detroit Medical Center. Following residency, he completed a fellowship in Knowledge Translation at the New York Academy of Medicine. 

His credentials as a Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) underscore his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence.

As an Associate Professor at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, Dr. Zodda not only imparts knowledge to future medical professionals but also serves as a mentor, shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders. Whether through direct patient care, teaching, or advocacy, he is driven by a deep-seated commitment to improving health outcomes for all individuals. 

Recognized with the prestigious National Medicine Award for Clinical Excellence, Dr. Zodda attributes his success to his family’s unwavering support and his own relentless work ethic. His professional achievements are matched only by his personal values, which emphasize empathy, compassion, and integrity in all interactions.

In a world where healthcare delivery is constantly evolving, Dr. David Zodda stands out as a beacon of excellence and compassion, inspiring those around him to uphold the highest standards of medical practice and patient care.

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