OSRC Conference

Stay tuned for details on next year’s conference—2 days of education, fun, networking and growth.

Poster Board Presentation

Event Overview

During the lunch session on Day 2 of the OSRC Educational Conference, student participants will have the opportunity to present their poster boards to a panel of esteemed board members. This session promises to be an engaging showcase of innovative ideas and research findings.

Prizes

Participants have the chance to win exciting prizes based on the quality and impact of their presentations:

  • 1st Place Award: All expense paid trip to the 2025 AARC Congress (Location: Phoenix, AZ; Dates: December 5-8, 2025) or NBRC Testing Exam Fee paid 
  • 2nd Place Award: $200
  • 3rd Place Award: $150

Presentation Tips

Clarity: Ensure your poster is easy to read and understand.

Engagement: Be prepared to explain your research and answer questions.

Visuals: Use charts, graphs, and images to make your data more accessible.

Practice: Rehearse your presentation to stay within the time limit and convey your points effectively.

This session is an excellent opportunity to gain recognition for your work and advance in your professional journey. Good luck to all participants!

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Conference Resources & Handouts

2024 Conference Resources & Handouts

Staff Development
Presented by: Carrie Coffman, RRT
Staff Development Specialist at Asante Health System

APRV for OSRC3
Presented by: Carrie Coffman, RRT
Staff Development Specialist at Asante Health System

AARC – Strategic Plan
Presented by: Mandy De Vries,  MSc, RRT, RRT-NPS
VP of Education for the AARC

A Review of the VDR
Presented by: Carrie Coffman, RRT & Stacy O’Keeffe, RRTACCS, RRT-NPS

2024 Year in Review
Presented by: Renee Angstrom, RRT, BSHCA
Former Cardiopulmonary and Respiratory Services Manager | Legacy Silverton Medical Center

2025 Conference Resources & Handouts

A Practical Approach to Insomnia
Presented by: Mari Goldner, MD
The Corvallis Clinic
Samaritan Sleep Disorders Center

A Practical Approach to Central Sleep Apnea
Presented by: Mari Goldner, MD
The Corvallis Clinic
Samaritan Sleep Disorders Center

Advanced Neonatal Ventilation Strategies
Presented by: Matthew C. Egalka, MD, FAAP
Medical Director, Neonatal Intensive Care, Salem Hospital

COPD Management & Gold 2025
Presented by: Tatum Hamilton, PharmD, BCPPS
Medical Science/Clinical Trial Liaison, Vitaris / Theravance Biopharma

Demystifying Pulmonary Hypertension
Presented by: Tomer Pelleg
Oregon Society for Respiratory Care

Don’t Fall Asleep PAP Compliance
Presented by: Nicholas Gaffney RRT, CCSH, RPSGT
SHS Sleep/Neurodiagnostics Manager

Marijuana is an Inhaled Drug
Presented by: Stephen Wehrman PR-C, PDE-C, RRT, RPFT, RCP, FAARC

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment
Presented by: Jakdej Nikomborirak, M.D.
Diplomate, American Board of Sleep Medicine

Stethescope Hygiene for the 21st Century
Presented by: Jakdej Nikomborirak, M.D.
Diplomate, American Board of Sleep Medicine

Update in Outpatient Non-Invasive Ventilation & Treatment Strategies
Presented by: Dr. Michael Lefor
The Oregon Clinic

2025 Conference Highlights