Articles by: Heather Willden
March 7, 2018
The Member Voice: Traveling Through a Career into Leadership
By Diane Oldfather, MHEd, RRT, FAARC Diane Oldfather, MHEd, RRT, FAARC When I attended my first Missouri Society for Respiratory Care annual conference as a student in 1993, I was starstruck by several individuals that oversaw (and appeared to flawlessly run) several of the activities. One individual was greatly involved in many aspects of the... Read more »
Heather Willden
March 7, 2018
Dad’s Illness Spurs Path to Respiratory Care
Kimberly Kuiper and her dad walk down the aisle at her wedding. Kimberly Kuiper, BS, RRT, has big plans for the South Dakota Society for Respiratory Care (SDSRC) during her term as president, and credits her father as her inspiration for taking the respiratory care career path. Learn More About State Societies “My goals are... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 28, 2018
Student Perspective: Finding Your Connection
By Jose Perez Jose Perez (front row, second from left) with fellow students following a presentation at school. When I was in high school I was able to participate in Medical programs that Weber State University had to offer. We would be shown demonstrational skills used by EMT, nurses, radiologists, etc. I was always attracted... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 28, 2018
Aerosol Delivery Devices: Put Your Expertise in Action for Patients
There are many types of devices that RTs use to administer aerosol therapy. They all work differently and, as experts, RTs should be well versed in demonstrating, educating and coaching proper usage of these devices to patients. Doug Gardenhire, EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS, FAARC, of Georgia State University, shares his expertise on how RTs can keep... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 27, 2018
Current Topics in Respiratory Care 2018: Episode 1 Now Available
“Pulmonary Rehabilitation: The Year in Review” Kicking off our 2018 Current Topics in Respiratory Care video series is Brian W. Carlin, MD, MAACVPR, presenting his review of the most recently published studies in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation. Strategies on how to implement these research findings into the everyday practice of pulmonary rehabilitation will also... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 27, 2018
Meet Your New ARCF Trustee
Teresa A. Volsko, MBA, MHHS, RRT, CMTE, FAARC, is the newest member of the American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF) Board of Trustees. As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, the ARCF is dedicated to promoting respiratory health through research, education, and patient-focused philanthropic activities in respiratory care. Teresa A. Volsko, MBA, MHHS, RRT, CMTE, FAARC, the newest... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 27, 2018
Tech Tools: Using Devices to Improve Care
We use technology tools each day—for both personal and business purposes. These tools can improve efficiency, keep us connected and enhance collaboration, and even help in patient treatments. We asked AARC member Michael Hess, BS, RRT, RPFT, to share how he uses technology tools in his daily practice to help aid in the delivery of... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 21, 2018
Breaking Through the Excuses to Advance Your Degree – Joseph Ariale
For many of us, we face a variety of obstacles that prevent us from pursuing higher education. Barriers may include cost (How can I pay for school?), busy schedules (I don’t have time or I have too many family obligations.), or balancing a full time job (I work full time, how can I also attend... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 21, 2018
Big Ideas Theater, Episode 8: Adaptive Servo Ventilation and Central Sleep Apnea
Enable cookies to see embeded content. In this episode of Big Ideas Theater, Jessica Schweller MS, RRT, RRT-SDS, RN, CNP, discusses the difference between central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea. Schweller explains the importance of regular patient evaluation for central sleep apnea because a patient’s health status is ever-changing. Schweller opens this episode describing... Read more »
Heather Willden
February 21, 2018
Catching Up With Dianne Lewis, AARC President 1993
This month in our Catching Up series, we’re learning more about Dianne Lewis MS, RRT, FAARC, AARC president 1993. Lewis shares details about her career path, road to presidency, as well as tips and advice for members interested in pursuing leadership roles in the AARC. Describe Your Career Path “It was important to me to... Read more »
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