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 our founding president, Dr. William [...]
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 for additional funding in this [...]
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 researcher, clinician, educator, advocate, mentor [...]
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 of the sleep community. He [...]
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 as president of the AASM, [...]
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 Asset Advisors, Inc. for an [...]
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 Alliance for Healthy Sleep (AAHS) [...]
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 Investigator Award, Kent Werner, MD, [...]
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, which will be held as [...]
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 cries of the Black community [...]