The Wisconsin Society for Respiratory Care (WSRC), a Chartered Affiliate of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to representing respiratory therapists in Wisconsin by:

  • Championing and advocating for legislation that benefits both patients and the RT profession.

  • Promoting the value and visibility of the respiratory therapy profession statewide.

  • Providing first-class continuing education opportunities. 

  • Offering career-boosting networking opportunities. And so much more!!!

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March 30, 2026 – 🎤 Sponsor & Speaker Spotlight: Nihon Kohden, a Silver Sponsor of WiRES 2026! 🫁 Capnography for the RT: From Airway Verification to Advanced Monitoring with Mike Montgomery 📅 Monday, April 20 from 1:15 – 2:15 PM in Wilderness 2 & 5 Thank you to Nihon Kohden for supporting WiRES and helping bring meaningful education to respiratory care professionals. Not Registered Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register

March 30, 2026 – 👀 No joke… you might want to keep an eye on our page April 1st. Something could be popping up for those planning to attend the WiRES Conference in Wisconsin Dells. 🎈 Just saying… it might be worth checking. 😉 #WiRES #RespiratoryTherapy #RTLife #WisconsinRT #discounts #AARC #NBRC #WSRC #LetsMakeADeal

March 27, 2026 – 🎤 Sponsor & Speaker Spotlight: Hamilton Medical Thank you to Hamilton Medical for supporting WiRES 2026 as a Gold Sponsor and helping advance respiratory care education for professionals across the region. Hamilton Medical will also be sharing their expertise during the conference with the following session: 🫁 Advanced Mechanical Ventilation Monitoring and Application with David Grooms 📅 Tuesday, April 21 from 0915-1015 AM in Wilderness 2 & 5 Not Register Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register

March 27, 2026 – 🎤 Sponsor & Speaker Spotlight: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Thank you to Fisher & Paykel Healthcare for supporting WiRES 2026 as a Gold Sponsor! They will also be sharing their expertise with attendees through the following educational session: 🫁 Changing the Game: The How and Why for Asymmetrical Nasal High Flow with Chris Hutchinson 📅 Monday, April 20 from 2:15 – 3:15 PM in Wilderness 1 & 4 Not Register Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register We appreciate their continued support of respiratory professionals and the WiRES conference community.

March 27, 2026 – We don’t make a habit of announcing things twice. Or once, for that matter. But if a person were interested in attending the WiRES Conference… it might be wise to pay attention to April 1st. There may—or may not—be something you will want to see. 💸💸 I’m not saying there is. I’m saying ignoring that date would be a mistake. Proceed accordingly.

March 26, 2026 – 🎤 Speaker & Sponsor Spotlight: Laerdal Medical We’re proud to have Laerdal Medical as a Platinum Sponsor of WiRES 2026! Laerdal is also supporting one of our hands-on education sessions focused on advancing simulation in healthcare: 🧠 Simulation Design Workshop featuring: Shannon DiMarco & Gina Tranel 📅 Tuesday, April 21 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Not Yet Registered? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register This interactive workshop will explore best practices in simulation design, facilitation, and curriculum development—providing practical strategies for educators and clinical leaders looking to strengthen simulation-based learning. Thank you to Laerdal Medical for supporting innovation in healthcare education and helping bring impactful learning experiences to WiRES attendees.

March 26, 2026 – 🫁 We’re proud to recognize the UW Health Transplant Center as a Gold Sponsor of WiRES 2026! In addition to supporting respiratory education across Wisconsin, the UW Health Transplant Center will also be sharing their expertise through two sessions during the conference. Not Register Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register 🎤 Featured UW Health Speakers Monday, April 20th from 0945-1045 Dr. Michael Eberlein, MD, PhD 🫁 COPD/ILD Criteria Updates for Lung Transplantation Tuesday, April 21st from 1545-1645 Dr. Robert Guzy, MD, PhD 🫁 Demystifying Lung Transplant and Dispelling Myths

March 25, 2026 – 🫁 We’re proud to recognize Monaghan Medical as a Platinum Sponsor of WiRES 2026! Beyond their sponsorship of the conference, Monaghan Medical is helping enrich the learning experience by delivering two educational sessions for attendees. Not Register Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register 🫁 Airway Clearance & Lung Expansion with Judy Schloss 📅 Monday, April 20 from 4:15-4:45 PM in the Exhibit Hall 🫁 Reducing Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications Using PAP and People with Melissa Olson 📅 Tuesday, April 21 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM in WIlderness 1 & 4 Thank you to Monaghan Medical for supporting WiRES and helping bring valuable education to respiratory professionals attending the conference.

March 25, 2026 – 🎤 WiRES Speaker Spotlight - Mike Hess, MPH, RRT, RPFT Join us Monday, April 20th from 1100-1200 at WiRES 2026 for a session with Mike Hess, nationally recognized respiratory leader and advocate for improved COPD care. 🫁 Session: Optimizing COPD Management Strategies: Mike will share practical strategies to improve patient outcomes and advance respiratory care practice. This is pponsored by AARC through educational grants from: Linde, Verona Pharma, Viatris, Takeda, Grifols and Olympus.

March 24, 2026 – 🎤 WiRES 2026 Keynote Speaker - Dana Evans, MHA, RRT, RRT-NPS, FACHE, FAARC, FNAP We’re excited to welcome Dana Evans, President of the American Association for Respiratory Care, to WiRES 2026! Not Registered Yet? https://conferences.wsrc.online/register In the keynote “The Future Begins Today – Updates on AARC Strategic Initiatives,” Dana will discuss national priorities shaping the future of respiratory care and what they mean for clinicians and educators across Wisconsin. 🫁 Leadership 📈 Innovation 🚀 The future of respiratory care

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