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Definition of Respiratory therapist
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Respiratory therapist: A person who has graduated from an approved respiratory therapist program and is qualified to provide respiratory care under the supervision of a physician. In the US, respiratory therapists may be is registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.