AARC Honors: Jennifer Hannosh Inspires Trach Patient Advocacy

By AARC Perspectives

March 5, 2026 | 1 min read

In this episode of the AARC Perspectives Podcast, Jennifer Hannosh, RRT, shares her heartfelt journey from a tragic loss to becoming a passionate trach patient advocate to FACES Foundation 2025 Patient Advocacy Award recipient. Listen in to learn more about her innovative pilot program and collaborative approaches that are transforming patient care and inspiring systemic change across hospitals. The episode also highlights the importance of networking, professional involvement, and advocacy for respiratory therapists, as well as empowering patients through education to enhance their confidence.

Email Jennifer at jhannos1@hfhs.org to learn more about being a trach navigator.

Guests

Jennifer Hannosh

Jennifer Hannosh, RRT, is a trach navigator/educator at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

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