Leadership Series: ARCF Growing Respiratory Care Research

By AARC Perspectives

June 11, 2026 | 1 min read

In this episode of AARC Perspectives, AARC President Dana Evans, MHA, RRT, RRT-NPS, FACHE, FAARC, FNAP, and American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF) Chair Carl Hinkson, MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS, FAARC, FNAP, discuss how ARCF is shaping the future of respiratory therapy research, scholarships, international fellowships, and professional excellence. Evans and Hinkson discuss how AARC and ARCF are working together to expand the foundation’s reach and impact. Whether through donations, participation in events, or the establishment of awards, there are numerous ways to support this vital organization.

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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.

Carl Hinkson, MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS, FAARC, FNAP, is a past AARC President and current Chair of the American Respiratory Care Foundation. He is currently the senior director overseeing respiratory therapy, rehab therapies, and diagnostic imaging at Providence Health and Services in Everett, Washington.

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