Behind the Breath: Recent Grads Discuss Journey to Being an RT

By AARC Perspectives

September 3, 2025 |  1 min read

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In this episode of the AARC Behind the Breath podcast, we chat with Adam Ibrahim and Ashley Stetler, recent graduates of the University of Maryland Medical Center. They discuss their passion, insights, and fresh perspectives on the profession. They also share how their journey from student to practitioner is helping shape their vision for the future of respiratory therapy. Whether you’re a seasoned RT, a student, or someone just entering the field, this is a not-to-be-missed motivational conversation with these rising RTs!

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Adam Ibrahim

Adam Ibrahim, RRT, is currently providing patient care at the University of Maryland Medical Center.

Ashley Stetler
Ashley Stetler, RRT, is a recent respiratory therapy graduate of the  YTI Career Institute in York, Pennsylvania.

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