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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April 2, 2026 – 🎤 Take the Stage at WiRES! Many of this year’s sessions feature local RTs sharing their expertise in clinical care, education, research, and leadership — and we want to keep that momentum going! Got a great idea, innovative practice, or clinical insight to share? Submit a proposal to speak at a future WiRES conference: education.wsrc.online/speaker-application 👇 Tag a respiratory therapist who should take the stage at WiRES!

April 2, 2026 – There is still time to get your registration for WiRES on SALE! Save some money and get your seat today!

April 1, 2026 – 🎤 Sponsor & Speaker Spotlight: Atos Medical As a Silver Sponsor of WiRES 2026, Atos Medical is supporting the following session: 🫁 “Lary & the HMEs” – Surgically Altered Anatomy & Care for a Laryngectomy Airway with Tara Managan 📅 Monday, April 20 from 2:15–3:15 PM in Wilderness 2 & 5 We appreciate Atos Medical’s support of respiratory care education and the WiRES conference community. Not Registered Yet? Hit up the Sale at https://conferences.wsrc.online/register

April 1, 2026 – 🎤 Don’t Stop Believin’… This Deal Is Real! It may be April Fools’ Day, but this is no joke. For 48 hours only (April 1–2) get 20% off participant registration for WiRES 2026. 🎶 Hold on to that feelin’… Because when the clock hits midnight, the deal is gone. 👉 Register now: https://conferences.wsrc.online/register

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.

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