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CSRT News
January 2010
Keeping members current on issues that matter
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 Affordable option for CSRT Membership Renewal
To facilitate membership renewals, the CSRT can provide its members with a financial advance for provincial and society dues for repayment over a ten-month period. Please contact the CSRT if this option is of interest to you. Renew your membership on line now at: http://www.csrt.com/en/membership/current_members.asp
 Enhanced coverage offered through CSRT Professional Liability Insurance for 2010-2011
The CSRT has secured a new professional liability insurance package through AON Reed Stenhouse Inc. with enhanced coverage at reduced premiums for members!
Premiums (Option One)
2010 coverage reduced to $56.00 compared to $60.00 for 2009
Premiums (Option Two)
2010 coverage reduced to $90.00 compared to $95.00 for 2009
Enhanced PLI coverage includes:
- Legal Defense Expenses - $50,000 / $100,000, compared to the previous package at $25,000 / $50,000
- Patient Therapy and Counselling - $10,000 per insured
- Loss of Earnings - $750 per day compared to $500 per day (in 2009)
Register early for the CSRT Education Conference and you could win a
Play Station 3!
CSRT members who register for the annual Education Conference and Trade Show by April 15, 2010, will have their name entered for a draw for a Play Station 3 Blu-ray - just one of the many reasons to attend this year’s conference, being held in St. John’s, Newfoundland, May 13-16, 2010. The conference program and registration form are available at http://www.csrt.com/en/events/trade_show.asp
Don’t forget the deadline for Abstract Submission for Poster Presentation at the conference is – February 12, 2010. Application form and criteria can be found at: http://www.csrt.com/en/events/trade_show.asp
The 1st annual CSRT Run for Research will be held Sunday May 16th, 7:30, in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Monies raised will help support RTs who are engaged in research projects. Check the CSRT website for details at: http://www.csrt.com/en/events/trade_show.asp
Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy
The CJRT is transitioning from an information-based tool to a knowledge-dissemination vehicle. Look for some exciting new changes in your Spring issue of the journal.
CSRT Position Paper
The CSRT position paper on “Single entry point for the practice of respiratory therapy by qualified personnel” can be viewed on the CSRT website at: http://www.csrt.com/en/professional/position_statements.asp
RT Working in Developing Countries Requires Equipment
Respiratory Therapist Eric Cheng of the Brampton Civic and Mount Sinai Hospitals is planning a return trip to Nepal this March, after traveling there two years ago. One of the many challenges he faces is procuring useful and much needed equipment. Eric intends to launch a neonatal CPAP program and hopefully bring some equipment. Particularly there is a need for 2 variable flow CPAP systems.
In an effort to bring better healthcare to the region, Eric has helped create a registered charity Bringing About Better Understanding (BABU - which means baby boy in Nepali). BABU exists to empower physicians and surgeons in Nepal through knowledge share and the procurement of quality equipment for a much needed pediatric hospital in Nepal. Through BABU, any donation will be used to service those in most need. If you can provide assistance in any way please contact Eric Cheng, http://sites.google.com/site/babucanadaproject/projects : 905.791.9715 or cell 416.844.3474. Donations can be sent to Unit 2228, 52 Panorama Crescent, Brampton, ON, Canada, L6S 3T9.
RT Volunteers Needed for Haiti
The Canadian Medical Assistance Teams is looking for RTs to volunteer their expertise in anaesthesia and respiratory health. CMAT provides healthcare workers the opportunity to share their knowledge, expertise and compassion with those in need.
Details can be found at website: http://www.canadianmedicalteams.org/main.asp
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