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Kelly Massa graduated from West Chester University of Pennsylvania in 2008. She started her career at Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, Delaware, where she joined the CMO and Cardiac OR team and then became the PICU Clinical Lead. In her role as the PICU Lead, she enjoyed providing education not only to RTs but to nurses and physicians as well on mechanical ventilation and other Respiratory topics. Her love of educating and research landed her the current role of Clinical Instructor and Research Coordinator. Since in this role, Kelly has submitted over 30 abstracts to the AARC as well as multiple manuscripts. Kelly also enjoys volunteering her time presenting talks with ICON Academy and at AARC Congress and providing care during medical mission trips to Nigeria. 

Dr. Khamron Micheals, PhD, MHA, RRT, is a dedicated PhD researcher at the University of Texas Medical Branch, specializing in Public and Population Health with a focus on Respiratory Care. With extensive experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner at Houston Methodist Hospital and a background in healthcare administration, Dr. Micheals brings a wealth of expertise to his current role. Committed to advancing professionalism, he actively participates in institutional committees focused on student affairs and academic excellence, contributing to initiatives fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems on campus. Dr. Micheals embodies a multifaceted healthcare professional dedicated to advancing respiratory therapy and public health through research and education.