American Academy of Sleep Medicine
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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is a United States professional society for the medical subspecialty of sleep
medicine. It was established in 1975. The AASM is the only professional society that is dedicated exclusively to the medical subspecialty of sleep medicine. As the leading voice in the field of sleep medicine, the AASM sets standards and promotes excellence in health care, education and research.
The organization's functions include the accreditation
of sleep medicine services in the USA. According to the AASM, the organization issued its first accreditation to a sleep disorders center in 1977, and by 2010 had accredited more than 2,000 centers and laboratories for sleep-related breathing
disorders.
s, Dentists, researchers and other health care professionals who specialize in the study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of sleep
and daytime alertness.http://aasmnet.org/MembershipCategories.aspx
The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine is the official publication of the AASM. Published bimonthly, the journal features clinical reviews, case studies and opinion pieces from prominent sleep researchers.
The Journal SLEEP is monthly look at latest developments in sleep medicine for scientists and clinicians practicing. Sleep-related topics include disorders, psychological research, pharmacology and therapeutic trials. SLEEP is a joint venture by the Sleep Research Society
and American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
In 2007 the AASM published a major two-part review on circadian rhythm sleep disorder
s authored by Robert L. Sack
et al.
Sleep
Sleep is a naturally recurring state characterized by reduced or absent consciousness, relatively suspended sensory activity, and inactivity of nearly all voluntary muscles. It is distinguished from quiet wakefulness by a decreased ability to react to stimuli, and is more easily reversible than...
medicine. It was established in 1975. The AASM is the only professional society that is dedicated exclusively to the medical subspecialty of sleep medicine. As the leading voice in the field of sleep medicine, the AASM sets standards and promotes excellence in health care, education and research.
The organization's functions include the accreditation
Accreditation
Accreditation is a process in which certification of competency, authority, or credibility is presented.Organizations that issue credentials or certify third parties against official standards are themselves formally accredited by accreditation bodies ; hence they are sometimes known as "accredited...
of sleep medicine services in the USA. According to the AASM, the organization issued its first accreditation to a sleep disorders center in 1977, and by 2010 had accredited more than 2,000 centers and laboratories for sleep-related breathing
Sleep and breathing
Significant physiologic changes in breathing take place during normal sleep related to alterations in respiratory drive and musculature.-Sleep onset:Set point of ventilation is different in wakefulness and sleep. pCO2 is higher and ventilation is lower in sleep...
disorders.
Vision and mission
The organization's vision statement calls for it to be the leader in setting standards and promoting excellence in sleep medicine health care, education and research. http://aasmnet.org/MissionVision.aspx Its stated mission is to serve its members and advance the field of sleep health care by:http://aasmnet.org/MissionVision.aspx- Setting the clinical standards for the field of sleep medicine
- Advocating for recognition, diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
- Educating professionals dedicated to providing optimal sleep health care
- Fostering the development and application of scientific knowledge
Membership
Membership is open to physicianPhysician
A physician is a health care provider who practices the profession of medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining or restoring human health through the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disease, injury and other physical and mental impairments...
s, Dentists, researchers and other health care professionals who specialize in the study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of sleep
Sleep disorder
A sleep disorder, or somnipathy, is a medical disorder of the sleep patterns of a person or animal. Some sleep disorders are serious enough to interfere with normal physical, mental and emotional functioning...
and daytime alertness.http://aasmnet.org/MembershipCategories.aspx
Publications
The latest findings in sleep medicine are published in two peer-reviewed scientific journals by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine is the official publication of the AASM. Published bimonthly, the journal features clinical reviews, case studies and opinion pieces from prominent sleep researchers.
The Journal SLEEP is monthly look at latest developments in sleep medicine for scientists and clinicians practicing. Sleep-related topics include disorders, psychological research, pharmacology and therapeutic trials. SLEEP is a joint venture by the Sleep Research Society
Sleep Research Society
The Sleep Research Society is an organization that promotes the science of sleep and related disorders. Additionally, the SRS is dedicated to the training and education of future sleep researchers.-Organization:...
and American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
In 2007 the AASM published a major two-part review on circadian rhythm sleep disorder
Circadian rhythm sleep disorder
Circadian rhythm sleep disorders are a family of sleep disorders affecting, among other things, the timing of sleep. People with circadian rhythm sleep disorders are unable to sleep and wake at the times required for normal work, school, and social needs. They are generally able to get enough sleep...
s authored by Robert L. Sack
Robert L. Sack
Robert L. Sack is an American physician and researcher specializing in sleep medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Sleep Disorders Medicine...
et al.