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Send us Fan Mail Rob is passing the keys to the department to Crystal, marking an important transition in leadership and responsibility. A successful handoff is about more than transferring duties—it’s about sharing knowledge, building trust, and setting the next leader up for success. Key Takeaways Handoff matters: A thoughtful transition helps maintain continuity and keeps the department moving forward.Succession planning is essential: Preparing the next person before a transition happens creates stability and confidence.Knowledge transfer is leadership: Sharing experience, lessons learned, and institutional knowledge helps the next leader avoid starting from scratch.Trust the next generation: Passing the keys means empowering Crystal to take ownership, bring her own perspective, and lead the department forward.The Bottom Line: Strong leadership isn’t just about what you accomplish while you’re in charge. It’s also about how well you prepare someone else to carry the work forward. Rob’s handoff to Crystal is a reminder that succession planning is an investment in the department’s future.

Send us Fan Mail Episode 111 - TikTok's @Brittanyslife22 on  ⁨@RTSidebar⁩   Tonight’s Guest Brittany — @BrittanysLife22 Who Is Brittany? Brittany is a respiratory therapist and social-media creator using TikTok and other platforms to share her experiences in respiratory care, career education, and everyday life. 🫁 Life as a Respiratory Therapist What originally drew Brittany to respiratory therapy The reality of working in respiratory care versus what people expect The most rewarding—and challenging—parts of being an RT What she wishes students knew before entering the profession How social media has changed the way RTs connect with one another

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar Show Notes This week on #RTSidebar, we’re hanging out with Mack from Respiratory—an RT influencer who’s using social media to connect, create, and open doors for respiratory therapists. Mack shares the story behind building a presence online, what it’s really like creating content as an RT, and how social media can become more than just a place to scroll—it can be a way to network, collaborate, learn, and find new opportunities. We talk about the power of putting yourself out there, connecting with other RTs,  and turning relationships made online into real-world opportunities. From content creation and collaborations to the importance of supporting other RT creators, this conversation is all about what can happen when RTs start using their voices and platforms to build something bigger than themselves. Whether you’re already creating content, thinking about starting, or just wondering what all the RT social-media hype is about, there’s something here for you. Create. Connect. Collaborate. #rrt.daily #RTSidebar #RespiratoryTherapy @RTSidebar @rrt.daily @mindyconklin @jjthert

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of RT Sidebar, Dr. Jose Rojas of UTMB is planning for a Doctorate degree program and JJ needs some learning!  JJ asks what it takes to create a program at this level and what it can do for the field of Respiratory Care.  Dr. Rojas is the GOAT and JJ is a "kid".  Get it!  Check out #RTSidebar! Stay Tuned.

Send us Fan Mail The future of the Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist (APRT) is brighter than ever! This week on RT Sidebar, Mindy, JJ, and Matty P welcome Drs. Sarah Varekojis and David Vines for an inspiring conversation about carrying the APRT vision forward and what it will take to continue advancing the profession. From leadership and advocacy to education and expanding opportunities for respiratory therapists, this episode explores the next chapter of the APRT movement. If you're passionate about the future of respiratory care and the evolution of the profession, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. The vision doesn't end—it evolves. Join us as we discuss what's next for APRTs and the future of respiratory care. 🎙️💨 #RTSidebar #RespiratoryTherapy #APRT #Leadership #RespiratoryCare #FutureOfRT #Barflies #StayTuned

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar Show Notes Terri Miller returns to RT Sidebar for an inspiring conversation about building the future of respiratory care. From the incredible impact of HOSA in introducing students to healthcare careers to innovative strategies for recruiting and mentoring the next generation of respiratory therapists, Terri shares why investing in students today is essential for the profession tomorrow. Join Mindy, & JJ, as they discuss workforce development, leadership, and how every RT can play a role in inspiring future clinicians. Whether you're an educator, manager, student, or bedside therapist, this episode is full of practical ideas and optimism for the future of respiratory care. The future of our profession starts with the students we inspire today. 🎙️💙 #RTSidebar #RespiratoryTherapy #HOSA #FutureRTs #WorkforceDevelopment #Leadership #Barflies

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar Show Notes Live from the California Society for Respiratory Care (CSRC), the Let's Get Ethical crew joins Mindy Conklin and Matty P for another lively conversation—this time with special guest, the one and only Dr. JB. From thought-provoking ethical dilemmas to leadership, clinical practice, and plenty of laughs along the way, this episode is packed with the candid conversations and friendly banter that RT Sidebar listeners love. Whether you're looking to sharpen your perspective or just enjoy hanging out with some of respiratory care's favorite voices, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Grab your favorite beverage, Barflies—it's time for another great conversation on RT Sidebar! 🍻🎙️

Send us Fan Mail When I look at the Mayo Clinic situation, one question keeps coming to mind: Was this truly a financial decision, a staffing decision, or something else entirely? I don't have the answer. But I do think it's a conversation worth having.  Check out part 2 of RT Sidebar.  #Stay Tuned #RespiratoryTherapy #RTSidebar #HealthcareLeadership #CriticalCare #HealthcareWorkforce

Send us Fan Mail This wasn't an episode I expected to record. When news broke that Mayo Clinic would be removing overnight bedside respiratory therapists from several facilities, I had an emotional reaction. I'll admit it. As someone who has spent years advocating for respiratory therapy, it felt personal. But after sitting with it, I realized what bothered me most wasn't the decision itself. It was what the decision represents. Respiratory therapists bring a unique skill set to the bedside. We see things differently. We assess differently. We often recognize problems before they become emergencies. Most of the time, that expertise may never be needed. But when it is needed, it matters. That's the part that concerns me. Not the routine nights. Not the quiet shifts. The one patient who suddenly decompensates. The one emergency that requires someone who understands respiratory care at a deeper level. That's what I believe may be missing from this conversation. I'd love to hear your thoughts. What role do you think bedside respiratory therapists play in patient care? #RTSidebar #RespiratoryTherapy #CriticalCare #HealthcareLeadership #PatientSafety #RespiratoryCare

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of #RT Sidebar, @Mindy Conklin sits down with good Barfly friends Allie and Amanda for a conversation that goes everywhere—in the best way possible. From leadership and clinical practice to career journeys, life lessons, and plenty of laughs, nothing is off limits when these three get together. It’s honest, fun, insightful, and exactly the kind of conversation that reminds us why the RT community is so special. Grab a drink and hang out with the girls on this latest episode of #RT Sidebar. #Stay Tuned #Girl Talk #Barflies #RT #Friendship

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 102 Sometimes the best episodes are just friends hanging out and talking RT. In Episode 102, Mindy, JJ, and Matty P sit down together for an honest conversation about respiratory therapy, their careers, the highlights, the lowlights, and the moments that shaped who they are today. From laughs to lessons learned, this episode gives listeners a more personal look at the hosts behind the microphones. #RTSidebar #Episode102 #RespiratoryTherapy #Barflies #RTLife #HealthcareLeadership

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 101: The Q&A Continues The conversation isn’t over… it’s just getting started. Episode 101 brings you Part Two from our 100th episode celebration at the Montana Society for Respiratory Care—a live Q&A session with JJ, Mindy, and Matty P. Real questions, real answers, and the kind of unfiltered discussion you’ve come to expect from RT Sidebar. If you loved Episode 100, you won’t want to miss what comes next.

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 100 🎉 100 episodes. Countless conversations. One incredible community. From bedside insights to big-picture debates, RT Sidebar has been all about elevating respiratory care—and we’re just getting started. This milestone episode is a celebration of the journey, the guests, and the Barflies who made it all possible. Join us for Episode 100 as we reflect, laugh, and look ahead to what’s next. 🗓️ April 16th | 4 PM EDT Let’s make this one big. #RTSidebar #Episode100 #RespiratoryTherapy #Barflies #HealthcareLeadership #StayTuned

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of RT Sidebar, America's RT Sweetheart Mindy Conklin and Matty P dive into the evolution of the APRT and the growing momentum behind compact licensure in respiratory care. From expanding scope of practice to increasing mobility for therapists, they tell you everything you need to know! Plus, the countdown is on—Episode 100 is right around the corner. Don’t miss this conversation as we look ahead to what’s next for RTs everywhere.  April 16, 2026

Send us Fan Mail The countdown is here!  Let's go!