January 31, 2018
By Andi Gann Andi Gann is a second year student at Missouri Southern State University’s respiratory therapy program in Joplin Missouri As a student member of the AARC, I have attended so much and experienced things that are unforgettable. Our state society selects two student liaisons to attend the state meetings, as well as Congress,... Read more »
December 27, 2017
Samantha Davis (shown above) brings a new tool to her lessons: 3D printing. RT students at Boise State University will get the chance to experience some of the world’s most cutting edge technology this semester. Thanks to Samantha Davis, MS, RRT-NPS, AE-C, they’ll be using the university’s 3D printing capabilities to print neonatal cardiac defects.... Read more »
December 6, 2017
The Benefits of the AARC House of Delegates and International Congress to RT students By Gessilda C. Galang Gessilda C. Galang Meeting with the AARC House of Delegates (HOD) was an eye-opening experience. It gave me a platform to interact with reputable professionals in my field and learn about the further prospects in my career.... Read more »
October 12, 2017
AARC Congress 2017 brought together a variety of individuals from the respiratory care profession. They spent the week learning, sharing ideas and feeling inspired. The AARC Congress 2017 made lasting experiences for all members who attended. From networking to engaging lectures, members left Indianapolis with great tools to apply in their daily career, as well... Read more »
August 16, 2017
AARC Executive Office members visit respiratory care team at Medical City Denton To meet with members and promote the association, the AARC Executive Office issued a challenge to all affiliates across the U.S. to visit local respiratory care teams. Members of the AARC Executive Office kicked off the challenge by visiting Medical City Denton in... Read more »
August 15, 2017
A new school year is just around the corner and whether you’re a first year student or one who has already completed part of his or her program, you may be wondering whether it’s worth it to join the AARC. Students who have already done it will tell you the answer to that question is... Read more »
January 26, 2017
The Sputum Bowl has been a part of AARC tradition since 1978. The lights. The action. The costumes. The fabulous half-time entertainment. The Sputum Bowl has been a time-honored tradition at the AARC Congress since 1978. Uniquely “RT,” the Bowl is THE number one place to test your respiratory care knowledge against the best of... Read more »
October 12, 2016
Tyler and Dewayne Garret pose for a photo together at Tyler’s white coat ceremony. Tyler Garrett was initially attracted to the respiratory care profession because he grew up with asthma as a kid. But it was his dad’s disease that really sealed the deal for him. A former law enforcement officer, Dewayne Garrett is battling... Read more »