Celebrating 50 Years of Advancing Sleep Medicine

Established in 1975, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025.

Our Legacy

Born at a time when sleep centers were first emerging, AASM grew from a small professional association to a robust medical society. Over the past five decades, we've:

  • Accredited thousands of sleep centers
  • Certified sleep specialists
  • Classified sleep disorders
  • Published practice standards and research

With over 9,500 members and 2,300 accredited sleep centers, we continue to advance sleep care and improve lives.

Accreditation & Certification

From accrediting sleep centers to certifying specialists, the AASM has ensured quality care in sleep medicine for 50 years. We continue to uphold the highest standards that advance sleep care worldwide.

Pioneering Sleep Science

Through the classification of sleep disorders and publication of groundbreaking research, the AASM has been instrumental in securing recognition for sleep medicine as a medical specialty.

Education & Impact

We empower health care professionals through education and practice standards to enhance patient care, improving lives by advancing sleep health for everyone.

50 Years of Advancing Sleep Medicine

This interactive timeline enables you to explore the 50-year history of the AASM. Learn about the people who contributed to AASM’s development and discover how the AASM has shaped the future of sleep medicine for half a century.

Hear the Story

These video interviews capture first-hand accounts of AASM’s history. Early pioneers in the sleep field, founders of the organization, past presidents, previous executive directors, and current leaders and members tell the story of the AASM in their own words.