The Vent Room

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 trailblazer in the respiratory profession leading the way. 

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 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. 

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 refelctions. 

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. 

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?    

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 decrease transmission and protect yourself.  

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. 

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? 

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. 

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. 

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 to help and not harm. 

 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!

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.

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. 

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

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 to honor amazing respiratory therapists. 

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 profession is infectious.