I post these two links today to demonstrate the value of older healthcare professionals. A. few years back there was a discussion on the Management List Serve about whether you hire new grads or experienced therapists. To my surprise, several managers/directors responded that they do not hire experienced therapists because they all come with bad habits. You'll note I did not call them leaders; leaders do not think that way.
https://www.facebook.com/nbcnightlynews/videos/10155261824943689/
http://pilotonline.com/news/local/health/a-norfolk-doctor-found-a-treatment-for-sepsis-now-he/article_7a3063e5-24cf-56c1-b25c-142731604196.html
I hope you enjoy these two videos and maybe it will change your thinking. There is age discrimination in Respiratory Therapy and I have personally experienced it.