AARC Perspectives

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AARC Perspectives podcast highlights clinicians, educators, industry, and member leaders in the respiratory therapy community. Tune in for member stories, trending topics, industry news, award recognitions, patient care updates, and more.
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Member Program Spotlight: Apex Tips and Insights From Past Recipients
Episode 5
Tuesday, 3 March, 2026

In this episode of the AARC Perspectives podcast, recorded live at Congress 2025, we talk with past APEX designees Felix Khusid, BS, RRT‑ACCS, RRT‑NPS, RPFT, FAARC, FCCM, FCCP, ATSF (New York–Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital), Emilee Lamorena, MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS, FAARC (CHOC Children’s), and Andy Klein, MS, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS, AE-C, FCCP (Rush University). They explore the transformative impact of the APEX designation on respiratory departments, emphasizing its role in elevating standards, attracting top talent, and enhancing departmental recognition. In addition, they share tips for overcoming challenges in documentation collection and for fostering employee engagement throughout the Apex process. This episode is a must-listen for respiratory leaders who want to pursue the APEX designation and elevate their departments to national prominence.Send us your thoughts on this podcast