Pulmonary Explorer Conference
Designed for:
Respiratory Therapists
2025 Pulmonary Explorer Conference.
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Become a part of what has become the most informative and affordable regional Pulmonary Conference!
CONFERENCE COMMITTEE:
Thomas Cahill
Brittany Kendall
Heather Citrone
Ashley Hamilton
Michelle Keltner
Bill Garrison
Jessica Goforth
Barbie Barnes
Joy Ernst
2025 Explorer Conference:
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Online Registration
ONLINE Registration
In Person - $60
Student Ticket - $25
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Registration Link:
DIRECTIONS: to 3861 Olympic Boulevard, Erlanger, KY 41018:
Take I-71/75 South into Kentucky to the I-275 West exit.
Merge onto I-275 and take the first exit at Mineola Pike.
Turn LEFT onto Mineola Pike, crossing over the I-275 overpass.
Turn RIGHT at second light onto Olympic Blvd.
From Kentucky (South of I-275):
Take I-71/75 North to the I-275 West exit.
Merge onto I-275 and take the first exit at Mineola Pike.
Turn LEFT onto Mineola Pike, crossing over the I-275 overpass.
Turn RIGHT at the second light onto Olympic Blvd.
Follow Olympic Blvd. into Circleport Business Park past the
hotels to SETEC at the end of the road. Parking is FREE at SETEC.
Take I-275 South into Kentucky.
Stay on I-275, which curves East in Kentucky and go about 22
miles all the way past the Greater Cincinnati Airport until you get to Exit No. 2 - Mineola Pike.
Turn RIGHT at second light onto Olympic Blvd.
VENDOR/Sponsorship Registration:
Reservation link: Book your corporate rate for St. Elizabeth
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CLIMATE AND DRESS: Business casual dress is encouraged for the entire Conference. No Shorts. Temperature in lecture hall can fluctuate. Layered clothing is suggested.
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SPECIAL NEEDS: The SETEC facility is strategically located to be accessible for individuals with disabilities. Handicap spaces are available to visitors with special needs along with no steps to enter the facility.
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COURTESY: For the consideration of our participants, we ask that all cell phones be silenced while in the conference hall. Breaks are provides for your communication convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.
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CONFERENCE LOCATION: St. Elizabeth Healthcare Training and Education Center “SETEC” 3861 Olympic Boulevard Erlanger, KY 41018
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DIRECTIONS: to 3861 Olympic Boulevard, Erlanger, KY 41018:
From Ohio:
Take I-71/75 South into Kentucky to the I-275 West exit.
Merge onto I-275 and take the first exit at Mineola Pike.
Turn LEFT onto Mineola Pike, crossing over the I-275 overpass.
Turn RIGHT at second light onto Olympic Blvd.
Follow Olympic Blvd. into Circleport Business Park past the hotels to SETEC at the end of the road. Parking is FREE at SETEC.
From Kentucky (South of I-275):
Take I-71/75 North to the I-275 West exit.
Merge onto I-275 and take the first exit at Mineola Pike.
Turn LEFT onto Mineola Pike, crossing over the I-275 overpass.
Turn RIGHT at the second light onto Olympic Blvd.
Follow Olympic Blvd. into Circleport Business Park past the
hotels to SETEC at the end of the road. Parking is FREE at SETEC.
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From Indiana:
Take I-275 South into Kentucky.
Stay on I-275, which curves East in Kentucky and go about 22
miles all the way past the Greater Cincinnati Airport until you get to Exit No. 2 - Mineola Pike.
Turn RIGHT onto Mineola Pike.
Turn RIGHT at second light onto Olympic Blvd.
Follow Olympic Blvd. into Circleport Business Park past the hotels to SETEC at the end of the road. Parking is FREE at SETEC.
From the Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport Hotel parking lot, turn right, and go about ½ mile. SETEC is on the left.
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VENDOR/Sponsorship Registration:
REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Free Parking, Conference Admission, Catered Continental Breakfast and Catered Lunch, Poster Presentation Admission and Exhibit Hall Admission.
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION:
The Explorer Conference has secured a special rate per night with the Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport. 3990 Olympic Boulevard Erlanger, Kentucky 41018 859-647-9900
Located only minutes from SETEC. Shuttle Service is available to and from the conference upon request.
Reservation link: Book your corporate rate for St. Elizabeth
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CLIMATE AND DRESS: Business casual dress is encouraged for the entire Conference. No Shorts. Temperature in lecture hall can fluctuate. Layered clothing is suggested.
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SPECIAL NEEDS: The SETEC facility is strategically located to be accessible for individuals with disabilities. Handicap spaces are available to visitors with special needs along with no steps to enter the facility.
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COURTESY: For the consideration of our participants, we ask that all cell phones be silenced while in the conference hall. Breaks are provides for your communication convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.
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CONFERENCE LOCATION: St. Elizabeth Healthcare Training and Education Center “SETEC” 3861 Olympic Boulevard Erlanger, KY 41018
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ANNOUNCEMENTS!
This event will be held in person this year!
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2025 Explorer Conference Schedule
May 22nd
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Vendor Exhibit Hall 10AM - 2PM
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7:00AM Onsite Registration & Breakfast
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8:00-8:05 A.M. - Welcome & Announcements
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8:05- 9:00 A.M. - Dr. Brad Barnett, DO, MHA, "Don't Hold Your Breath: Mastering Difficult Airway Management"
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9:05 A.M.-10:00 A.M. - Evan Richards, BSc, RRT, "An RT Overview of the Revised PARDS Guidelines"
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Morning Break 10:00 A.M - 10:15 A.M
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10:15 A.M. - 11:05 A.M. - Dr. Brar, MD "Cardiogenic Shock"
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11:o5 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. - Sarah Pehlke, PhD, RRT, "Understanding Patient Experiences and the Effects of Compassionate Care"
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Lunch Break and Exhibit Hall 12:00 P.M. - 1:oo P.M.
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1:05 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. - Joe Rectenwald, J.D., CPHRM, "Legal & Ethical Updates in Healthcare Law"
2:05 P.M.- 3:00 P.M. - Terry Foster, MSN, RN, CCRN, TCRN, CPEN, CEN, FAEN, "Humor in Healthcare: It's How We Cope!"
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-Closing Remarks-
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Would you like to become a Sponsor? Contact Ashley Hamilton below.
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THANK YOU TO OUR
Explorer Conference Sponsors
2024 Application has been made to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for (6) Continuing Education contact hours for Respiratory Therapists. The maximum amount of earnable CRCE credits are 6.
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