Behind the Scenes: A Collaborative Approach to Elevating Respiratory Care

In this episode of the AARC Perspectives Podcast, live from Congress 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, AARC President Dana Evans, NBRC President Joyce Baker, and COARC President Sara Varekojis discuss the vital roles of their organizations in supporting respiratory care professionals. They explore the need for more respiratory therapists, the importance of collaboration among organizations, and initiatives to enhance RT education and accreditation standards. The conversation emphasizes the significance of engaging the next generation of respiratory therapists and removing barriers to entry and advancement in the profession.

Guests

Dana Evans, MHA, RRT, RRT-NPS, FACHE, FAARC, FNAP is the AARC President and a board-certified healthcare leader with 15+ years in progressive respiratory and leadership roles.

Joyce Baker, MBA, RRT, RRT-NPS, AEC, FAARC is the NBRC President and the Asthma Program Clinical Coordinator at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Sarah Varekojis, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS, FNAP, FAARC, is a Professor and the Director of Clinical Education in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Respiratory Therapy Division in the College of Medicine at The Ohio State University.