Honoring Judy Schloss, RRT, Clinical Manager of Monaghan Medical

If I were stranded on a deserted island, my ideal companion would be Judy Schloss, a respiratory therapist and the Clinical Manager at Monaghan Medical Company. 

I would choose Judy for several reasons. First of all, as an experienced respiratory therapist, she could help keep my airways clear. This is assuming my equipment was lost at sea during the shipwreck.

But it's not just her professional expertise. She's also resourceful and one of the best problem-solvers I know. Living on a farm, she's adept at handling challenges—like transporting chickens in her car—and could easily fend off feral pigs on the island. And perhaps even capture one for dinner.

Most importantly, Judy is genuinely nice. Over the years that I've been a consultant for Monaghan Medical, I've come to cherish our monthly talks where she updates me on airway clearance advancements and answers my questions. Whether discussing community issues or my personal health concerns, Judy is always supportive. 

Recently when I had Covid and needed to regain my voice for a bronchiectasis video series, she was my go-to. She calmed me down and suggested some practical solutions.

Judy is an “all-in” person, and over the last several years has become an expert in bronchiectasis and NTM diseases. In the attached photos, you can see her standing in front of co-authored research at the 6th World Bronchiectasis Conference in New York City,  with Dr. James Chalmers (aka Dr. Bronchiectasis) at the 7th World Bronchiectasis Conference in Scotland and proudly displaying a name tag ribbon she made to spark discussions about NTM lung disease at a respiratory care conference.

As we celebrate Respiratory Care Week in October, I want to honor Judy Schloss for her dedication and big heart. Thank you, Judy, for always taking the time to answer questions from our BE community and for being a good friend.
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