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Kevilin Prah, Respiratory Therapist, Washington Hospital Center, Washington D.C.

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Kevilin Prah

"My career goals are to go to medical school and specialize in pulmonology. I think that being a respiratory therapist is preparing me for that step. ... In 5-10 years from now, I hope to be in medical school, if everything goes as planned."

Activities

Evaluate, treat, and care for people who have breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. Have major responsibility for all respiratory care approaches, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Start and carry out therapeutic procedures, maintain patient records, and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

Minimum Education Required

Associate's Degree

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