The Wisconsin Society for Respiratory Care (WSRC) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the practice of respiratory care in the state of Wisconsin. As a member-driven organization, the WSRC serves as a forum for respiratory care professionals and students to:
- Share knowledge and expertise.
- Network with colleagues.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.
Through educational events, advocacy efforts, and other initiatives, the WSRC is committed to supporting the respiratory care community and promoting the highest standards of patient care.
WSRC Board of Directors
WSRC Officers
WSRC Officers are all elected officials.
Vice President (2022 - 2024)
Ron Pasewald
Treasurer (2022 - 2024)
Laurel White
Senior Delegate/Parliamentarian (2023 - 2025)
Laura Packard
Junior Delegate (2023 - 2025)
Dustin Goodman
WSRC District Representatives
District Representatives are elected by the membership and serve 2-year terms. Odd numbered Districts are elected in even years (2022, 2024, etc...) whereas even numbered Districts are elected in odd years (2023, 2025, etc...).
WHERE IS MY DISTRICT? The boundaries of the WSRC are the boundaries of the State of Wisconsin and are divided into six districts. Each WSRC member has a District Representative based on the county where they live. Check out the map and counties below to find your District and District Representative.
District 1
Shall be the NORTHWEST section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland, Burnette, Washburn, Sawyer, Polk, Barron, Rusk, St. Croix, Dunn, Chippewa, Pierce, Pepin, and Eau Claire.
District 1 Representative
Megan Ryba, RRT
Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire
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District 2
Shall be the NORTHCENTRAL section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Iron, Vilas, Price, Oneida, Lincoln, Langlade, Taylor, Marathon, Clark, Wood, Portage, Waupaca, Adams, and Waushara.
District 2 Representative
Nick Goldberg, AAS, BS, RRT
Mid-State Technical College, Marshfield
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District 3
Shall be the NORTHEAST section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Forest, Florence, Marinette, Oconto, Menomonie, Shawano, Door, Outagamie, Brown, Kewaunee, Winnebago, Calumet, Manitowoc, Fond du Lac, and Sheboygan.
District 3 Representative
Angela Troxell, RCP-RRT
Froedtert, Milwaukee
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District 4
Shall be the SOUTHEAST section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Washington, Ozaukee, Waukesha, Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha.
District 4 Representative
Shanna Schuele
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District 5
Shall be the SOUTHCENTRAL section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Marquette, Green Lake, Sauk, Columbia, Dodge, Grant, Iowa, Dane, Jefferson, Lafayette, Green, Rock, and Walworth.
District 5 Representative
Joe Punzel, RRT
Madison College, Madison
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District 6
Shall be the SOUTHWEST section of the State of Wisconsin to include the Counties of Buffalo, Jackson, Trempealeau, La Crosse, Monroe, Juneau, Vernon, Richland, and Crawford.
District 6 Representative
Melody Kloepfer
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WSRC Standing Committees
These persons are appointed by the President of the WSRC.
Elections Chair
Sarah Schroeder
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Legislative Chairs
David Allain
Sarah Bazelak
Kris Ostrander
Media Relations Chair
Taya Haas
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Membership Chairs
Amy Setchell
Kellianne Fleming
Policy & Bylaws Chair
Brett Buenzli
Other WSRC Positions
AARC Director-at-Large
Jodi Jaeger
Facilities Chair
Laura Packard
Medical Director
Todd Mahr, MD, FACAAI
Military Liaison
Jarrett Brandes
NRRCC Chair
Jennifer Horkan
Our Mission
We are dedicated to our mission of reducing morbidity, mortality, and disability from pulmonary disease through education, prevention, rehabilitation, and disease management. The WSRC will encourage and promote professional excellence, support advanced practice of respiratory care, and serve as an advocate for patients, their families, and the communities we serve.
WSRC Bylaws
This organization shall be known as Wisconsin Society for Respiratory Care, Inc., incorporated under the General Not-For Profit Corporation Act of the State of Wisconsin, hereinafter referred to as the Society.
View WSRC Policy & Procedure Manual