AASM congratulates Quan Award recipient Dr. Jacob Collen
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates Col. Jacob F. Collen, MD, FAASM, who was named the 2020 recipient of the Stuart Quan Award for Editorial Excellence, which recognizes the outstanding work of an associate editor of the Journal [...]
New Apple Watch operating system includes sleep tracking
Apple announced this week that its latest version of the Apple Watch operating system will include sleep tracking features. According to the Apple press release, watchOS 7 will track sleep timing and duration through “the detection of micro-movements from [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 27, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. From AASM President Dr. Kannan Ramar These are difficult times to practice sleep medicine. [...]
Adapting to change during difficult times
I am honored to serve as President of the AASM for 2020-21. I plan to start a President’s column with this piece on a monthly basis to give me an opportunity to connect with you and keep you updated [...]
Study links increased exercise with lower sleep apnea risk
DARIEN, IL – A study published online as an accepted paper in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that increased physical activity is associated with a lower risk of obstructive sleep apnea, a common sleep-related breathing disorder. The [...]
New AASM COVID-19 Relief Funds assist sleep societies and research award recipients
DARIEN, IL — The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the AASM Foundation are offering relief funding through new programs created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds are now available from the AASM for state and regional sleep [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 20, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. In memoriam: Dr. William C. Dement The AASM regrets to announce the passing of [...]
AASM announces new COVID-19 Relief Fund for sleep societies
UPDATE (Jan. 21, 2021): The AASM is announcing another call for applications for the COVID-19 Relief Fund. State and regional sleep societies can apply by March 7, 2021, to receive up to $10,000. Previous relief fund recipients can apply [...]
In memoriam: Sleep pioneer and AASM Founding President Dr. William C. Dement
The AASM regrets to announce the death of our founding president, Dr. William C. Dement, on June 17, 2020. According to Stanford Medicine, he died at the age of 91 after a two-year battle with cardiovascular disease. A [...]
Remembering sleep pioneer Dr. Bill Dement: Videos and interviews
As a world-renowned sleep scientist and physician, AASM Founding President Dr. William "Bill" Dement was recognized and respected as the "Father of Sleep Medicine." His passion, enthusiasm, and friendly demeanor also made him one of the most beloved members [...]
American Academy of Sleep Medicine installs Dr. Kannan Ramar as president
DARIEN, IL – Today, Dr. Kannan Ramar became the 35th president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors. Ramar assumed the role during the virtual AASM annual membership meeting. He will serve a one-year term [...]
Plan your financial future with charitable giving
The AASM Foundation and the SRS Foundation are jointly sponsoring a special webinar that will provide an in-depth review of charitable contributions and explore the benefits of annual giving and estate planning. Please join Ron Paprocki, CEO of MEDIQUS [...]
Insomnia Awareness Night to shed light on impact of sleeplessness
DARIEN, IL – June features the shortest nights of the year, but for those living with chronic insomnia, every night is long. That’s why the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM) and American [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 13, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. 2020 Trainee Investigator Award recipients The AASM congratulates the recipient of the 2020 Trainee [...]
AASM congratulates 2020 Trainee Investigator Award recipients
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates the recipient of the 2020 Trainee Investigator Award, Kent Werner, MD, PhD, and the two individuals who received the honorable mention designation. They will be recognized during the AASM annual membership meeting, [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – June 6, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. AASM condemns racism and discrimination The AASM condemns racism and discrimination. We echo the [...]
AASM condemns racism and discrimination
Dear Members: Recent days have been difficult for our communities and our nation. Still dealing with the fear and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are now grappling with outrage, anger, and frustration after watching the senseless killing [...]
State of Sleep Medicine Report | 2020, Q2 | Part 1
The State of Sleep Medicine Report is compiled quarterly by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine as a members only resource. The report contains news highlights and announcements to help members identify current trends and innovations in sleep medicine, [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – May 30, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. Register now for virtual SLEEP 2020 See yourself at a reimagined SLEEP 2020 as [...]
Virtual SLEEP 2020 registration now open
See yourself at a reimagined SLEEP 2020 as we bring the premier sleep conference to you through an engaging virtual meeting hosted Aug. 27 – 30. Registration is now open! SLEEP 2020 gives you more access than ever before [...]
Submit COVID-19 session proposal to virtual SLEEP 2020
The Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) is currently soliciting session proposals for Virtual SLEEP 2020, specific to basic, translational, and clinical efforts and findings related to COVID-19. These proposals must be sleep-related. Up to four sleep and COVID-19 related [...]
Study links sleep tracker with improved perception of sleep quality
A study published in the May issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that using a wearable sleep tracker may have a positive impact on the perception of sleep quality. The research, conducted by the University of [...]
Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider – May 23, 2020
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Weekly Insider keeps members informed about current AASM initiatives and the latest developments in the field of sleep medicine. COVID-19: Reflections for sleep medicine In a new editorial in the Journal of Clinical [...]
Coronavirus conversation with sleep physician Dr. Chris Winter
On April 17, 2020, AASM member Dr. Seema Khosla talked with Dr. Chris Winter, owner of Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine Clinic in Virginia, about his practice’s response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. The discussion is part of the [...]
FDA expands approved age range for upper airway stimulation to treat sleep apnea
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. announced April 21 that the FDA has approved an expanded age range for Inspire therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, lowering the minimum age from 22 years to 18 years. Inspire therapy is used for the [...]