American Association for Respiratory Care

AARC member Becky Yacano, RRT, CPFT, was featured in an article in The Evening Sun about the Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation’s annual fundraising campaign. Becky is chairing the internal arm of the campaign. Read more: evesun.com/news/stories/2…

AARC member Jason Lamb, RRT, was featured in an article on the Hometown Stations website about the vital role respiratory therapists play in the care of hospitalized patients. hometownstations.com/news/allen_cou…

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre was featured in an article on the One Arabia website for receiving the AARC’s Apex Award. Read more: onearabia.me/local/kfshrc-w…

AARC student member Gabrielle Packer and member Sarah Parker, MAOM, RRT, RRT-NPS, were featured in an article on the Jackson College website about why Sarah decided to earn her degree in respiratory therapy. Read more: aarc.org/news/aarc-memb…

We’re now accepting proposals for the AARC Summer Forum and Congress 2026. If you have ideas to share or stories to tell, here’s your chance to shine and connect with fellow respiratory professionals. Submit your proposal before January 5, 2026! s6.goeshow.com/aarc/congress/…

We loved welcoming Dr. Glaucomflecken as our keynote speaker this year. His ability to bring humor to the challenges of health care, and remind us why our work matters, was the perfect start to Congress.

Looking back at #AARCCongress25 with a renewed appreciation for evidence-based education. Every lecture, workshop, and discussion strengthened how we approach our work.

We had an amazing time at the #AARCCongress25 Expo Hall! Don't forget to tag your pics with #AARCExpo!

#AARCCongress25 reminded us of one thing: RTs are innovators, educators, caregivers, and leaders, every day, in every setting. We are proud to support this incredible profession.

#AARCCongress25 gave us new knowledge, new ideas, and new ways to advocate for high-quality respiratory care. How are you going to turn those takeaways into action?

#AARCCongress25 may be over, but the momentum isn’t. We’re carrying these insights, friendships, and renewed purpose into another year of advancing respiratory care.

Did you make any new connections at #AARCCongress25? The energy in every session and hallway conversation reminds us why this profession matters.

We are looking back on Congress with so much appreciation for the RTs, educators, students, and partners who made this year unforgettable. Your commitment moves our profession forward every day! #AARCCongress25

Happy #RCWeek2025! Spend a day with Rachel Jenkins, MSRC, RRT, RRT-ACCS, a Clinical Instructor at Ozarks Technical Community College and VP of the Missouri Society for Respiratory Care.

RC Week is HERE! It’s time to celebrate the incredible work respiratory therapists do every day. Show us how you’re celebrating—share your photos, videos, or stories using #RCWeek2025! Let’s fill our feeds with RT pride! 💙🫁

Ready to take your RT career to the next level? 🌟 Join our Behind the Breath live podcast with Tracy Ro on Oct. 28 at 5:30 pm CST for practical advice on building resilience, standing out in today's job market, and more! Register here: bit.ly/4mVvHrO

#ThrowbackThursday! This photo from the 1940s shows a patient receiving an "80-20" mixture of helium and oxygen via an oxygen hood.

In anticipation of Respiratory Care Week, October 19-25, Ira Cheifetz, MD, FCCM, FAARC, shares a brief message on the impact and importance of respiratory therapists he sees every day.

Make sure you grab your OFFICIAL #RCWeek25 merch! Shop now: jimcolemanstore.com/aarc/ #respiratorycare

Tonight! Behind the Breath goes live at 5:30 pm CST with Dr. Sarah Varekojis. If you’re a new education program leader in #respiratorycare, this episode is for you. bit.ly/48vzmZJ