How RT Managers Help Staff Meet Continuing Education Goals
In a profession like respiratory care, where technology is advancing at a record pace and current thinking on best practices is ever-evolving, continuing education is a given. Indeed, that’s why state licensing boards require RTs to meet continuing education requirements. But many managers will tell you therapists need to do even more, and they are […]
COPD Care Bundle Aligns With COPD National Action Plan
Developed at the request of Congress by the National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute, the first ever published COPD National Action Plan was released on May 23, 2017 with input from the AARC, COPD Foundation, and the broad COPD community. The plan provides an outline for respiratory therapists and others to take coordinated actions to improve […]
Congress 2017: Road Trip to Indy
Whether by plane, train or automobile, we can’t wait to see you at Congress next month (Oct. 4 – 7). If you opt for the automobile route, did you know there are fun sights to see and activities to do on your road trip into Indianapolis? REGISTER ONLINE BY SEPTEMBER 20 Driving North on I-65 […]
RTs Provide Support Network to Patients
AARC members take time to provide guidance and camaraderie through a network of support groups for their patients and community. From discussion sessions and expert presenters to harmonicas and yoga, read how your colleagues are enhancing the respiratory care of their patients. Better Breathing Together Esther Castilleja, RRT, RCP, AE-C of Bedford, TX, facilitates two […]
What AARC Congress 2016 Did for My Career
As the premiere educational event in the respiratory care profession, the AARC Congress offers respiratory therapists the chance to attend more than 200 lectures given by the top names in the field. It also features an exhibit hall packed with all the major companies in the business, an Open Forum full of original research, and […]
Rally to Congress
Join us Oct. 4–7 in Indianapolis, IN for the Rally to Congress charity motorcycle rally New this year for AARC Congress 2017 (Oct. 4–7) is Rally to Congress, a charity motorcycle rally sponsored by Draeger, Inc. Motorcyclists will ride from their hometowns to Indianapolis, IN, the AARC Congress 2017 host site. All funds raised through […]
Texas Hospital Uses RTs in the OR STAT Lab
A few years ago, the OR STAT lab at Covenant Health in Lubbock, TX dissolved and its services were incorporated into the main lab at the hospital. Physicians didn’t love the change, and when they issued a request for the OR STAT lab to be reinstated, it was time for respiratory therapists to take the […]
Why I Became an RT: Kelly Shepard on finding inspiration through lifelong asthma
Kelly Shepard, RRT, AE-C teaches a lesson to her pulmonary rehab class. Kelly Shepard, RRT, AE-C grew up with asthma and hated every minute of it, never really understanding its full power. Through her trials and struggles, Shepard dedicated herself to learning everything she can about the lungs. Here is her story on how she […]
September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) has designated September as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. During this global month-long awareness campaign, the PFF has provided resources to help you educate your patients about this rare disease. According to PFF, “every mention of [pulmonary fibrosis] moves us one step closer to a patient receiving a timely and accurate […]
AARC Activates Disaster Fund for Victims of Hurricane Harvey
The AARC has activated its Disaster Relief Fund for AARC members who have sustained property loss or damage as a result of Hurricane Harvey and the massive flooding it has caused throughout areas of Texas and Louisiana. Members living in federally-declared disaster areas may apply for a grant of up to $500, either online or […]
