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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has reached the challenging decision to sunset the Sleep CDR registry effective September 30, 2024, as the functionality has not met the needs of our members, as intended. All active users have been informed to ensure that [...]
The AASM Awards Advisory Panel and AASM Foundation are now accepting nominations for the 2025 AASM awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine. AASM members are invited to submit applications nominating individuals who embody the attributes of the awards. Nominations [...]
To assist accredited sleep programs in budgeting for 2025, the AASM is announcing adjustments to its accreditation fee structure to align with the new service-based accreditation model, which will take effect in January. This model will group service locations that share staff and policies [...]
Today, social media platforms have become a primary source for lifestyle advice and trends, including in the area of sleep. According to a 2024 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 37% of Americans have experimented with one or more of this year’s [...]
DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently recognized eight sleep facilities for maintaining AASM accreditation for 40 continuous years, demonstrating their commitment to the provision of high-quality care for people who have sleep problems. The AASM recognized these programs during [...]
DARIEN, IL – Today, Dr. Eric J. Olson became the 39th president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine board of directors. Olson assumed the role during SLEEP 2024, the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, held in Houston. During his [...]
Today the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) posted online our new three-year strategic plan for 2024 – 2027. The plan will support the AASM’s ongoing mission of advancing sleep care and enhancing sleep health to improve lives. The AASM contracted with an external [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is introducing a new service-based accreditation model and updated Standards for Accreditation, which will take effect in January 2025. Based on feedback from members and accredited programs, this accreditation model provides greater flexibility to accommodate all practice [...]
DARIEN, IL – Five individuals have been selected as the 2024 American Academy of Sleep Medicine award recipients for their outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine. They will be recognized Monday, June 3, during the plenary session of the SLEEP 2024 annual [...]
In 2024 the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has launched and continued a variety of initiatives to support our members, advance sleep and circadian care, and address ongoing challenges in the sleep field. Here are brief updates on some of the most significant [...]