Kimberly Michelle Clower, RRT

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Get to know Respiratory Therapist, Kimberly Michelle Clower, who serves patients in Harriman, Tennessee.

Kimberly is a passionate healthcare professional with a diverse background in the medical field. She started her career in pharmaceuticals but eventually became a Registered Respiratory Therapist, specializing in the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. Her experience as a cardiovascular lab technician further solidified her understanding of the importance of these systems in the human body.

Academically, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration from King University in 2019. She also holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Respiratory Care Therapy from Roane State Community College, which she obtained in 1993.

As a lifelong learner, Kimberly pursued an online study certificate in Orthobiologics & Regenerative Medicine from the well-known Medical Sales College in Denver, Colorado. This move aligns with her passion for genetics and stem cell research and has allowed her to pursue her dreams in the field.

Her interest in healthcare extends beyond her work, as evidenced by her charity work with the Make A Wish Foundation for children and the Lymphoma & Leukemia Society. She is also an advocate for organ donation, recognizing the value of this selfless act for both the donor’s family and the recipient.

Respiratory therapy is the assessment and treatment of patients with both acute and chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. A respiratory care practitioner works with patients to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and problems that affect the respiratory system.

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