Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry is back after a hiatus with a new episode of The Vent Room. In this episode, Dr. Dragonberry talks with Mindy Conklin. Mindy is the very first Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist working at the Maryland VA. She is a

The Vent Room Episode 17: Medical Entrepreneur

Jan 28th, 2021 28m 38s

Welcome to 2021! This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Benjamin Wang MD, a medical entrepreneur, who created the NeVAP subglottic suction endotracheal tube. They discuss his inspiration and how it went from idea to actuality.

The Vent Room Episode 16: BCV in Respiratory Patients

Nov 10th, 2020 49m 56s

The week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Gary Mefford from Hayek Medical Devices. They talk about Biphasic Cuirass Ventilation (BCV) for respiratory care. Gary's passion for the respiratory profession shines through.

RT Reflections from NYC

Sep 16th, 2020 51m 57s

This week Dr. Dragonberry speaks to Cheyenne Baird a travel respiratory therapist who worked in NYC during the height of the Covid pandemic. She shares her experience and her personal reflections.

Episode 14: The Role of the NBRC

Jun 1st, 2020 47m 8s

This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry spoke to Lori Tinkler, the CEO, of the NBRC. They discussion the role of the NBRC, continuing competency, and the More RTs campaign.

Episode 13: Proning the Non-vented COVID Patient

Apr 29th, 2020 24m 34s

This Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Nicole Kupchik MN, RN, CCRN about proning the non-vented COVID patient. Should we be doing this more often than we currently are?

Episode 12: HFNC and the COVID-19 Patient

Apr 12th, 2020 18m 12s

Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to medical doctor Kirk Hinkley about the use of HFNC with the COVID-19 patient. The therapeutic approach with this patient population is changing as we learn more. Dr. Hinkley provides some tips on ways to decreas

Episode 11: Wellbeing in Chaos

Apr 1st, 2020 30m 14s

This week Dr. Dragonberry speaks to Davida Gunter author of "Burning Out Won't Get You There." They talk about the challenges facing healthcare providers currently with Covid-19.

Episode 10: RT Quality Improvement Projects & AARC Open Forum

Mar 5th, 2020 18m 28s

This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry is joined by Lexie Caraway. They discuss RT quality improvement projects and about Lexie's first submission to the AARC Open Forum. Are you ready for your first submission?

The Vent Room Episode 9: RTs in Research

Feb 23rd, 2020 28m 11s

This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Natalie Napolitano. Natalie tells us about her role as a research clinical specialist. Her desire for improving patient care kicked started her passion for research.

The Vent Room: Working in Industry in an RT Sales role

Feb 10th, 2020 43m 31s

This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Matt Davis a respiratory therapist who moved over to industry as a sales rep. He talks candidly about the pros and cons of moving over to what some people consider the dark side of healthcare.

Episode 7: Bullying & Incivility in health care

Jan 16th, 2020 43m 53s

Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks with Dr. Renee Thompson DNP, RN, Workplace Bullying Expert about bullying and incivility in health care. They discuss the reasons incivility occurs and ways to resolve the problem in a workplace where the goal is

Episode 6: Being a Travel RT

Jan 1st, 2020 39m 47s

This week Dr. Dragonberry speaks to Seth Hall about his experiences as a travel RT. Get some tips and insight if you are considering taking the plunge in 2020 or if you just want some more information!

Episode 5: COPD & Nicotine Cessation Education

Dec 17th, 2019 38m 14s

Dr. Dragonberry spoke to Gabrielle Davis, RRT, CHES, about her role as a COPD and Nicotine Cessation Educator. She provides insight into the rewards and challenges of this niche of respiratory care.

The Vent Room Episode 4: Telerespiratory

Dec 3rd, 2019 25m 49s

In this week’s episode of The Vent Room, Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks with Curt Merriman of rtNOW. They discuss how rtNOW is improving access to respiratory care services using telerespiratory for patients in rural areas.

The Vent Room Episode 3: Getting a job

Nov 25th, 2019 50m 16s

Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry talks with former manager Ken Thigpen about what managers look for when hire a new staff member.

The Vent Room Episode 2: Sharman Lamka and The PHIL Award

Nov 18th, 2019 19m 2s

Did you know there is an award honoring respiratory therapists? Guess what?!? There is! This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry talks to Sharman Lamka, the president of The Faces Foundation, about her story that motivated her to create a foundation t

The Vent Room Episode 1: RTs on Transport

Nov 10th, 2019 41m 36s

In our first episode, we talk to Jon Inkrott RRT-ACCS, flight respiratory therapist, about his role on the transport team. He provides some insights on what you can do if you are interested in a career as a transport RT, and his passion for the

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