I often get asked, on the first day of Rehab, “Can I ever get rid of this oxygen?” The answer is: Possibly. I’ve gotten many people off oxygen over the years, but it takes a lot of strategic work. Shortness of breath, fatigue, and desaturation with walking can occur for two main reasons. One is, […]
I Got an Interview…. I Just Graduated….. What Do I Say?
I’ve interviewed a lot of RT candidates over the years, from new grads to greatly experienced. Here are some tips for getting approval… Well, mine, anyway. Confidence: It’s a fine line between being confident and arrogant. I’ve had many new grads say, ‘Yes, I know how to do this and that’, when what they really […]
Don’t dismiss me off just yet, I am NOT done!
There are an estimated 2000 Respiratory Therapists that hold an honorable place in the profession: 30+ years of experience and service, but: we never found the time to get our Bachelor of Science degree. With my experience, I have been elevated to rank of Clinical Educator, and now business owner, educating RT’s with subject matter […]