Articles by: Mara Gillispie
November 30, 2023
TSRC HOSA Event Recap
Texas Society for Respiratory Care at HOSA The Texas Society for Respiratory Care President, Mary Hart, was contacted by a HOSA student, Sofia Stenson, from the UPLIFT North Hills Preparatory High School. After she attended the National HOSA event in Irving, Texas she was so impressed with her RT experience that she hoped her fellow HOSA students could have an opportunity... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 30, 2023
FAARC Recipients 2023
In 2023, meet the outstanding professionals were inducted into our newest class of Fellows of the American Association for Respiratory Care — These newly minted FAARCs deserve our thanks for the immense contributions they have made to the respiratory care profession through their various areas of practice. They were celebrated during the ARCF Award... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 22, 2023
American Association’s Gratitude for Respiratory Therapists this Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, the AARC takes a moment to extend heartfelt gratitude to our heroes of healthcare: respiratory therapists. In this season of thankfulness, we recognize and appreciate the tireless dedication, compassion, and expertise that Rt’s bring to their crucial roles in patient care. Your commitment to improving patient outcomes, providing respiratory support, and offering... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 16, 2023
AARC’s APRT Summit: Paving the Way for Respiratory Care Advancement
In his Presidential Address at AARC Congress 2023, Carl Hinkson shared advancements in developing a roadmap for the Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist (APRT). Hinkson’s address highlighted AARC’s recent “APRT Summit” held in Washington DC —a gathering of 15 influential figures comprising leaders from academia, advocacy groups, physician stalwarts, and impassioned patient advocates. His speech... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 16, 2023
Experience the Evolution: AARC’s Brand Reveal
Dan Garret, Executive Director of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), took the stage at the Congress event to reveal the association’s highly anticipated brand reveal. His address encapsulated the essence of AARC’s commitment to innovation in respiratory care. This article delves into Garret’s presentation of the rebrand initiative, highlighting the association’s dedication... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 16, 2023
AARC Members In The News | In the Army, Discussing the Health Risks of Vaping, and More
AARC member Brendan Beely, BSRT, RRT, was featured in an article about a talk he gave at his alma mater, Midwestern State University, on how he found a second career in respiratory care through his service in the U.S. Army. Read it Here AARC member Kelly Couch, RRT, was featured in an article on hendrickhealth.org... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
November 13, 2023
Giving Tuesday | ARCF
Nov. 28, 2023, is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving and a great chance to support the American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF). As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, the ARCF is dedicated to promoting respiratory health through research, education, and patient-focused philanthropic activities in respiratory care.Make a Donation Today to the ARCF on #GivingTuesday Reasons to give... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
October 30, 2023
AARC Booth Schedule
Day 1 – November 5 10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Interact and take photos with surprise living statues! 10:30 am – Meet and greet with: Executive Director Dan Garrett President Carl Hinkson Board Members 10:50 am – 11:10 am: Meet and chat with Amanda Roby, Section Chair for Sleep Specialty Section 11:00 am – 12:00... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
October 26, 2023
House Hearing on Virtual Pulmonary Rehab Bill
The House Energy & Commerce Committee held a hearing on Medicare reform legislation, including H.R. 1406, the Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act. During the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) waivers allowed cardiac and pulmonary rehab services to be furnished to beneficiaries in their homes... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
October 26, 2023
Annual Business Meeting 2023
The AARC Annual Business Meeting for 2023 will be held on November 6th from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m. at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, chaired by AARC President Carl Hinkson. This meeting includes reports from AARC leadership, the installation of 2024 AARC officers and Board of Directors, and the House of Delegates... Read more »
Mara Gillispie
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