AASM Past President Nathaniel F. Watson, MD, MSc
Nathaniel F. Watson, MD, MSc, is a past president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and is board-certified in sleep medicine and neurology.
GAO report encourages transparency in physician payment rate setting
Last month the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report summarizing its investigation into Medicare’s physician payment rate setting mechanisms. The GAO made recommendations to Medicare to improve its process by increasing transparency and obtaining better data.
Prorated AASM membership dues are now available
American Academy of Sleep Medicine membership for the remainder of 2015 is discounted for those who have not yet renewed their membership or joined.
Attend the special discussion group: ASV Therapy for CSA Patients with Heart Failure
On Monday, June 8, at SLEEP 2015 in Seattle, a special discussion group will be held to review the preliminary findings of the SERVE-HF study, which indicate that there is an increased risk of cardiovascular death with ASV treatment for patients with central sleep apnea syndrome; symptomatic, chronic heart failure; and a reduced left ventricular ejection fraction.
Get discounted tickets to see the Mariners play on Friday or Saturday
SLEEP 2015 attendees are eligible to purchase discounted tickets to see the Seattle Mariners play the Tampa Bay Rays at Safeco Field on Friday, June 5, or Saturday, June 6.
Refer to the SLEEP 2015 Arrival Guide for Uber discount and other details
Attendees can refer to the SLEEP 2015 Arrival Guide for useful information that will help you ensure a smooth arrival in Seattle, including travel information and general conference details.
Avoid the crowds and check in early at SLEEP 2015 on Friday, June 5
Attendees who pre-registered for SLEEP 2015 can take advantage of exclusive early check-in hours from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 5.
Preview the SLEEP 2015 exhibit hall
Maximize your time in the SLEEP 2015 exhibit hall by previewing the online directory of exhibitors and viewing the exhibit hall floor plan.
Limited seats are available for all SLEEP 2015 postgraduate courses
All SLEEP 2015 postgraduate courses have limited seats available. Visit the on-site registration kiosks at the Washington State Convention Center to add a course to your registration.
Register on-site in Seattle to attend SLEEP 2015
It’s not too late to register to attend SLEEP 2015 in Seattle! On-site registration will be available June 6 – 10 for SLEEP 2015, the 29th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS).
AASM and SRS publish new sleep duration consensus statement
The June issue of the journal SLEEP contains a new consensus statement from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research Society, which recommends that adults aged 18 to 60 years should sleep 7 or more hours per night on a regular basis to promote optimal health and reduce the risk of adverse health outcomes.
Download the official SLEEP 2015 app for complete meeting info
All SLEEP 2015 attendees are encouraged to download the official SLEEP 2015 meeting app for your iPhone, iPad or Android device.
Hypnogram: MOC efforts are gaining momentum
The voices of sleep physicians have been heard loud and clear. That is the theme of recent correspondence received by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) regarding its Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program.
Seven or more hours of sleep per night: A health necessity for adults
In a new recommendation published in the June issue of SLEEP, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and Sleep Research Society (SRS) recommend that adults obtain seven or more hours of sleep per night to avoid the health risks of chronic inadequate sleep.
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
Interested in advocating for sleep medicine? Need an expert opinion to navigate today’s health policy?
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.