Kirsten Holbrook, Chippewa Valley Technical College instructor, publishes free workbook for respiratory therapy students.

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When we knew little about Covid-19, essential workers were all accepting a risk. But the risk faced by respiratory therapists was elevated, and inherent in the name of their job.

A Topeka respiratory therapist lost her license after being convicted of bank fraud. On Feb. 17, Sylvia Obaya lost her medical license with the Board of Healing Arts after a federal conviction of ...

A respiratory therapist treats patients with breathing issues, such as asthma or COPD. They manage ventilators, administer oxygen, and provide respiratory care in hospitals.

That need has persisted since 2020, and according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were roughly 135,300 respiratory therapists employed as of 2021.

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Anyone looking for a new career could do a lot worse than getting into respiratory therapy, according to Dr. Peter Jaswilko, a professor at Triton College in River Grove and a cheerleader for the ...

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 13% from 2023 to 2033, which is much faster than the average for all occupations.

This week, we celebrate respiratory therapists. Many of us take for granted that we can breathe without trouble. However, for those who may have respiratory and pulmonary issues, there are ...

Respiratory therapists can witness a patient's first breath or their very last. In a pediatric unit, respiratory therapists (RTs) may teach parents how to manage their child's asthma. In an ...