AASM Spokesperson Camilo Ruiz, DO
Camilo Ruiz, DO, is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and serves on the AASM Coding and Compliance Committee, Educational Products Development Subcommittee, and is an official spokesperson for the AASM.
AASM Spokesperson Charlene Gamaldo, MD
American Academy of Sleep Medicine spokesperson Charlene Gamaldo, MD, is a fellow of the AASM and the medical director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Sleep at Howard County General Hospital.
AASM Spokesperson Shalini Paruthi, MD
American Academy of Sleep Medicine spokesperson Shalini Paruthi, MD, is a member of the AASM and is the co-director of the Sleep Medicine and Research Center at St. Luke's Hospital in St. Louis.
Register today for the AASM PAC Breakfast
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SLEEP 2015 postgraduate courses available
Missed your chance to register for SLEEP 2015 Postgraduate Courses? We have you covered!
SLEEP 2015: AASM insider’s guide to Seattle
To help you make the most out of your stay in Seattle while attending SLEEP 2015, we asked AASM President-Elect Dr. Nathaniel Watson and staff at the University of Washington Medicine Sleep Center for some insider’s tips. Here are some of their favorite places to go and things to do in the Emerald City.
Hypnogram: Advocating for sleep medicine
On Wednesday, May 20, several members of the AASM board of directors traveled to Washington, D.C., to advocate on behalf of our membership and the field of sleep medicine. The AASM presented a robust case on Capitol Hill for the importance of healthy sleep, conducting 24 targeted meetings with federal lawmakers.
Invite a colleague to join AASM: Prorated membership dues begin June 1
Beginning Monday, June 1, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine will offer prorated dues for the remainder of the 2015 membership year.
AASM Casebook of Sleep Medicine to be released June 6 at SLEEP 2015
The Casebook of Sleep Medicine has been updated with 100 new cases to extend the clinical utility of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders, Third Edition (ICSD-3).
Apply to ABSM by June 1 to volunteer for new RST Exam committees
The American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) is seeking volunteers to serve on several newly created committees for the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Exam. The deadline to apply has been extended to Monday, June 1, 2015.
Register today for the one-day Sleep Medicine Final Board Prep course
Take an interactive approach to your Sleep Medicine Board Review by attending the Sleep Medicine Final Board Prep course, Oct. 3, 2015, at the AASM national office in Darien, IL.
Last chance to pre-register for SLEEP 2015 by Monday, May 25
Monday, May 25, is the final day for advanced, pre-registration for SLEEP 2015, the 29th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS).
Study links PTSD to high risk of sleep apnea in young veterans
A new study of young U.S. veterans shows that the probability of having a high risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) increased with increasing severity of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.
ASMF announces call for proposals for 2015 Strategic Research Award
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) is now accepting proposals for the 2015 Strategic Research Award (SRA).
View the winning videos in the ASMF 2015 high school contest
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) congratulates Gus Goetze, an 11th-grade student from Lake Barrington, Illinois, who is the grand prize winner of the 2015 ASMF Sleep Story High School Video Contest. View the winning video and other top entries.
Register today for the 2015 Sleep Medicine Board Review Course
This September 11–13 the American Academy of Sleep Medicine is bound for New Orleans to ensure delivery of all the tools necessary for successful completion of the 2015 sleep medicine certification exam.
New! Sleep Medicine Trends 2015 online learning modules
Did you miss Sleep Medicine Trends 2015? Don’t worry - the AASM has you covered! The entire series of 34 live presentations are now available for purchase in the AASM online store.
Download the SLEEP 2015 final program to plan your meeting itinerary
The SLEEP 2015 final program is now available for you to download from the meeting website. Start planning your meeting itinerary today by browsing through the schedule of sessions and abstract presentations.
AASM leaders advocating for sleep medicine on Capitol Hill
Today several members of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine board of directors are on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., conducting 23 targeted meetings with federal lawmakers from both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.
Study finds high risk of sleep apnea in young veterans with PTSD
A new study of young U.S. veterans shows that the probability of having a high risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) increased with increasing severity of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.
Latest sleep research to be presented June 7 – 10 at APSS annual meeting in Seattle
Sleep clinicians and scientists from around the world will discuss current practices in sleep medicine and the latest findings in sleep and circadian research at SLEEP 2015, the 29th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS), which will be held June 7-10 at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle.
Special Safety Notice: ASV therapy for central sleep apnea patients with heart failure
On Wednesday, May 13, ResMed released a field safety notice that likely affects many patients currently being treated for central sleep apnea syndrome with adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV). Based upon the available information at this time, the AASM provides important recommendations for physicians.
Attend the 2015 AASM General Membership Meeting in Seattle
All American Academy of Sleep Medicine members are encouraged to attend the 2015 AASM General Membership Meeting during SLEEP 2015 in Seattle.
Study finds decreased cerebral perfusion in adults with sleep apnea
According to a study in the May issue of the journal SLEEP, there is decreased regional cerebral perfusion during wakefulness in participants with moderate-severe obstructive sleep apnea.
CDC analysis indicates 70 million U.S. adults sleep 6 hours or less
Data analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that the percentage of adults sleeping 6 hours or less increased by 31 percent from 1985 to 2012. Results are published in the May issue of the journal SLEEP.