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A M E R I C A N A C A D E M Y O F S L E E P M E D I C I N E ● S L E E P E D U C A T I O N S E R I E S C O U R S E S

September 23–24 September 25–26 Interpreting Sleep Studies

October 1–2 Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine

October 3–14 A-STEP Introductory Course

October 15 Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring

October 16 Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence

October 28October 29October 30October 31Board Review Practice Exam

All courses to be held at the state-of-the-art AASM national office in Darien, Illinois.

Continuing Education Courses from the PREMIER Provider of Sleep Medicine Training

Register online at www.aasmnet.org

Fall

2011

AASM Sleep Education Series courses offer interactive professional education opportunities for sleep medicine practitioners and allied health professionals interested in learning more about sleep medicine. Presented by expert faculty, the courses provide participants with in-depth, timely and relevant information that will improve their knowledge and understanding of sleep disorders and other issues related to the field.

Two chances to attend the Interpreting Sleep Studies course: Evaluate your knowledge of sleep study interpretation at this course which will be offered twice in 2011 to accommodate individuals preparing for the ABMS sleep medicine certification exam. (p. 2)

Course dedicated to pharmacology: Receive a comprehensive review of current pharmacologic treatments for sleep disorders. (p. 4)

Comprehensive training course for technologists: Send your new technicians to this two-week course to learn the necessary skills to begin a successful career in the field of sleep technology and prepare for certification. (p. 6)

Two focused 1-day workshops: Attend these full-day sessions that will cover portable monitoring and CPAP adherence in detail. (p. 8)

New course to prepare for the board exam: Put your ABMS sleep medicine certification exam preparation to the test during one of our full-day board review practice exams. (p. 10)

New optional downtown Chicago transportation: Take advantage of this convenient course add-on to see the sites of Chicago on select evenings during your stay! (p. 13)

See what’s new this fall:

A M E R I C A N A C A D E M Y O F S L E E P M E D I C I N E ● S L E E P E D U C A T I O N S E R I E S C O U R S E S


Fall

2011

How to Register There’s Still Time to Register for…Board Review for the Sleep SpecialistAugust 12–14, 2011Grand Hyatt DenverDenver, Colorado

September 9–11, 2011Hyatt Regency RestonReston, Virginia (Washington, DC metro-area)

Attend this course to receive comprehensive coverage of exam topics for the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) sleep medicine certification exam. 2011 is the last exam for which physicians may apply under the Practice Pathway…with an average passing rate on the previous exams of less than 75%, candidates for the 2011 exam are encouraged to take advantage of this essential review resource!

For course details, and to register, visit the AASM website at www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx.

CoursesInterpreting Sleep Studies (September 23–24 or September 25–26) .............................................2Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine (October 1–2) .............................................................................4A-STEP Introductory Course (October 3–14) .......................................................................................6Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring (October 15) ....................................................8Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence (October 16) ..........................................................9Board Review Practice Exam (October 28, 29, 30 or 31) ............................................................... 10

General InformationGeneral Information ................................................................................................................................. 12Registration Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 14CME Information ...................................................................................................................................... 14Registration Form ..................................................................................................................................... 15

There are 3 ways to register for AASM Sleep Education Series courses:

1. Online. www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx

(credit card only)

2. Fax. 630-737-9789 (credit card only)

3. Mail. American Academy of Sleep MedicineAttn: Meeting Department2510 North Frontage RoadDarien, IL 60561(check or credit card)

Questions? Contact the AASM meeting department by e-mail to [email protected] or by phone to 630-737-9700

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How to Register

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Interpreting Sleep StudiesInterpreting Sleep StudiesDate: September 23–24, 2011 or September 25–26, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Chair: Robert Basner, MD; Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; New York, NYCME Credits: 16.75Advanced Registration Deadline: August 26, 2011

Course DescriptionThis course will include discussion of the interpretation of polysomnography and actigraphy. Sessions will focus on clinical signs, indications for testing, interpretation of tests and development of treatment plans. The course will be case-based, using index cases to develop guidelines for the use of testing modalities. Additional sessions will use a workshop format to review the scoring of sleep stages and events with extensive use of record samples. Following the course, all attendees will be provided with complimentary access to the AASM’s online sleep study scoring tests; this three-part online exam consists of 75 questions and features instant feedback for each question.

Target AudienceThis course is intended for sleep medicine professionals interested in integrating sleep studies into the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders patients, and those who order, perform and interpret sleep studies. The course will also be useful as a preparation resource for individuals planning to take the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) subspecialty certification examination in sleep medicine.

Course ObjectivesUpon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the basics of polysomnography interpretation in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders;• Integrate the International Classification of Sleep Disorders, Second Edition, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Practice Parameters and the AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events;• Recognize and solve interpretation dilemmas associated with respiratory sleep studies;• Describe the design and interpretation of sleep studies for the analysis of the major respiratory sleep disorders and the major

non-respiratory sleep disorders;• Recognize the major artifacts that occur in sleep studies;• Interpret studies of sleepiness: the MSLT, MWT, and subjective scales; and• Interpret polysomnogram record samples and discuss scoring strategies for respiratory and non-respiratory sleep disorders in

adults and children.

Faculty – Robert Basner, MD – Course Chair Carl Bazil, MD, PhDRichard Berry, MDKelly Carden, MD, MBA

Neil Freedman, MDSairam Parthsarathy, MDDennis Rosen, MD

August 25, 2011 Deadline to Reserve Hotel Rooms at Discounted Rate of $111/Night

August 26, 2011 Advanced Registration Deadline to Receive Reduced Registration Fees

September 2, 2011 Cancellation Deadline

September 23–24, 2011 Interpreting Sleep Studies Course (First Course Date)

September 25–26, 2011 Interpreting Sleep Studies Course (Second Course Date)

Important Dates

Advanced Registration Fees: On or before August 26, 2011$550 (member); $700 (nonmember)

Regular Registration Fees: After August 26, 2011$625 (member); $775 (nonmember)

Attend this course to receive a comprehensive review sleep study interpretation…a major portion of the ABMS sleep medicine certification exam!

Register online at www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx.2

Preliminary Schedule and Topics

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011 OR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2011Note: Schedule may vary by course date.

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast* and Registration8:00am - 8:15am Welcome and Introduction Robert Basner, MD 8:15am - 9:15am PSG Interpretation of Adult Respiratory Disorders: The Basics Sairam Parthsarathy, MD 9:15am - 10:15am PSG Interpretation of Respiratory Disorders: How to Link to the AASM Diagnostic Coding Manual Sairam Parthsarathy, MD 10:15am - 10:30am Break10:30am - 12:00pm Basic Workshop in Respiratory PSG Interpretation Faculty12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch*1:00pm - 2:00pm PSG Interpretation of Adult Respiratory Disorders: Problems and Solutions Robert Basner, MD 2:00pm - 3:00pm Interpretation of Actigraphy Kelly Carden, MD, MBA3:00pm - 3:15pm Break3:15pm - 4:15pm Artifacts in PSG Interpretation Kelly Carden, MD, MBA4:15pm - 5:30pm Advanced Workshop in Respiratory PSG Interpretation Faculty

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011 OR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Pediatric PSG Interpretation: Non-Respiratory Disorders Dennis Rosen, MD9:00am - 10:00am Neurologic PSG Interpretation: Seizure Disorders Carl Bazil, MD, PhD10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 11:15am Neurologic PSG Interpretation: Non-Seizure Disorders Carl Bazil, MD, PhD11:15am - 12:15pm Sleep Stage Interpretation and Arousals Neil Freedman, MD12:15pm - 1:00pm Lunch*1:00pm - 2:00pm Sleep Studies and Sleepiness: The MSLT Neil Freedman, MD2:00pm - 3:00pm Sleep Studies and Sleepiness: The MWT and Subjective Sleep Scales Neil Freedman, MD3:00pm - 3:15pm Break3:15pm - 4:15pm Respiratory PSG Scoring Rules: Update from the AASM Richard Berry, MD4:15pm - 5:15pm Pediatric PSG Interpretation: Respiratory Disorders Dennis Rosen, MD5:15pm - 6:15pm Putting it all Together: Summary Workshop in PSG Interpretation Faculty

*These meals are provided; attendees are responsible for all other meals.

Questions? Contact the AASM meeting department by e-mail to [email protected] or by phone to 630-737-9700 3

Course DescriptionThis course will begin with a discussion of the neuropharmacology of sleep. Subsequent lectures by recognized leaders in the field will review drug treatments for the entire range of sleep disorders, including standard treatments and treatments under development.

Target Audience This course is intended for sleep medicine professionals seeking a review of the current pharmacologic treatments for sleep disorders, including insomnia, disorders of excessive sleepiness and parasomnias.

Course ObjectivesUpon completion of the course, participants should be able to:

• Explain the pharmacology of sleep-wake control;• Discuss the efficacy and safety of hypnotics;• Analyze the efficacy and safety of stimulants; and• Review pharmacologic treatments of parasomnias, sleep related breathing disorders and circadian rhythm disorders.

FacultyThomas Roth, PhD – Course ChairJacob Ballon, MDAndrew Krystal, MDMeir Kryger, MDMark Mahowald, MDClifford Saper, MD, PhDJonathan Schwartz, MDPhyllis Zee, MD, PhD

Advanced Registration Fees: On or before September 2, 2011$450 (member); $600 (nonmember)

Regular Registration Fees: After September 2, 2011$500 (member); $650 (nonmember)

Receive the latest information about pharmacologic treatments for sleep disorders from the leading experts. September 2, 2011

Advanced Registration Deadline to Receive Reduced Registration Fees

September 2, 2011 Deadline to Reserve Hotel Rooms at Discounted Rate of $111/Night


October 1–2, 2011 Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine Course

Important Dates

Pharmacology and Sleep MedicinePharmacology and Sleep MedicineDate: October 1–2, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Chair: Thomas Roth, PhD; Henry Ford Sleep Disorders Center; Detroit, MICME Credits: 11.25Advanced Registration Deadline: September 2, 2011



SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast* and Registration

8:00am - 8:15am Introduction and Overview Thomas Roth, PhD

8:15am - 9:15am Neuropharmacology of Sleep Clifford Saper, MD, PhD

9:15am - 10:15am Mechanism of Action of Medications Used for Insomnia Andrew Krystal, MD

10:15am - 10:30am Break

10:30am - 11:30am Effects of Hypnotics on Primary and Comorbid Insomnia Thomas Roth, PhD

11:30am - 12:30pm Panel Discussion Faculty

12:30pm - 1:30pm Lunch*

1:30pm - 2:30pm Mechanism of Action of Stimulants Jacob Ballon, MD

2:30pm - 3:30pm Efficacy of Stimulants in Disorders of Excessive Sleepiness Jonathan Schwartz, MD

3:30pm - 4:30pm Panel Discussion Faculty

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*

8:00am - 9:00am Pharmacotherapy for Parasomnias Mark Mahowald, MD

9:00am - 10:00am SRBD and Side Effects of Drugs Meir Kryger, MD

10:00am - 11:00am Efficacy and Safety of Drugs for Circadian Rhythm Disorders Phyllis Zee, MD, PhD

11:00am - 12:00pm Panel Discussion Faculty

* These meals are provided; attendees are responsible for all other meals.


Date: October 3–14, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Chair: Richard Rosenberg, PhDCredits: 80.00 AAST CECsCourse Tuition: $4,000.00 (includes the cost of books, access to online learning and the final exam fee)

Course DescriptionThe AASM Accredited Sleep Technology Education Program (A-STEP) Introductory Course is an 80-hour comprehensive program for sleep technicians new to the field. The two week course provides participants with the practical skills that are essential for a successful career in the profession of sleep technology and includes a mixture of didactic lectures, online learning, practical exercises and observation at a sleep center.

Target AudienceThis course is intended for sleep trainees and technicians new to the field and those initiating the process of certification.


• Evaluate patient chart information;• Demonstrate head measurement and electrode application;• Diagram the technology of sleep recordings;• Recognize sleep stages and abnormal respiratory events;• List common sleep disorders and their treatment; and• Critique methods to improve sleep studies.

FacultyRichard Rosenberg, PhD–Course ChairGokhan Mutlu, MDHarry Whitmore, RPSGT

Course RequirementsPrior to the course, all attendees will be required to complete a course information document and submit proof that they meet the following requirements:

• Proof of current Basic Life Support CPR training; and• Evidence of current tuberculosis screening.

Note: This course includes independent online learning. Attendees must have access to a laptop computer that they can bring with them to the course.



October 3–14, 2011 A-STEP Introductory Course

Important DatesThis course will be limited to 20 participants. Register early to secure your spot.

A-STEP Introductory CourseA-STEP Introductory Course


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MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast* and Registration8:00am - 9:30am Welcome to Sleep Technology9:30am - 9:45am Break9:45am - 11:15am The Patient Chart11:15am - 12:15pm Lunch*12:15pm - 1:15pm Meet the Sleep Disorders Patient 1:15pm - 3:15pm Basics of Electrode Application3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm Basics of Electrode Application (cont.)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2011

7:30am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Basics of Sleep Recordings9:00am - 10:00am Artifacts10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 12:15pm Practice Session: Electrode and Sensor Application12:15pm - 1:15pm Lunch*1:15pm - 2:15pm Limb Movement Monitoring2:15pm - 3:15pm Respiratory Monitoring3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm Polygraphic Recordings

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2011

7:30am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Polysomnographic Protocols9:00am - 10:00am Normal Sleep10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 12:15pm Biological Calibration12:15pm - 1:15pm Lunch*1:15pm - 3:15pm Breathing during Sleep3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm Sleep Center Emergencies

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2011 & FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2011

Self-paced Online Learning: Welcome to the Sleep Center and Recognizing Sleep Disorders8:00pm - 8:00am Sleep Center Observation

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011

7:30am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Self-Assessment9:00am - 10:00am Scoring Workshop10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 12:15pm Scoring Workshop (cont.)12:15pm - 1:15pm Lunch*1:15pm - 3:15pm Scoring Workshop (cont.)3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm Scoring Workshop (cont.)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

7:30am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Insomnia9:00am - 10:00am Hypersomnias10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 11:15am Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders11:15am - 12:15pm Sleep Related Movement Disorders12:15pm - 1:15pm Lunch*1:15pm - 3:15pm Sleep Related Breathing Disorders3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm CPAP and Other Therapies for SRBD

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011 & THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011

Self-paced Online Learning: Scoring Review and CPAP Titration8:00pm - 8:00am Sleep Center Observation

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011

7:30am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Parasomnias9:00am - 10:00am Nocturnal Epilepsy10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 11:15am Pediatric Breathing Disorders11:15am - 12:15pm Other Pediatric Sleep Disorders12:15pm - 1:15pm Lunch*1:15pm - 3:15pm Final Examination3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 5:30pm Competency Demonstration



Hotel rooms for the A-STEP Introductory Course are reserved at the Aloft Bolingbrook hotel, NOT the Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge.

Hotel Reservations A block of guest rooms has been reserved for the A-STEP Introductory Course at the Aloft Bolingbrook, 500 Janes Avenue, Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440, at a special group rate of $99.00/night plus taxes. The deadline to make

reservations at this rate is September 5, 2011. Space is limited, so please make reservations well in advance; the group rate will no longer be available if all rooms in the block sell out. Reservations must be made by individual attendees directly with the hotel’s

reservation department by calling (877) 462-5638 or online at www.aasmnet.org/sleepedseries.aspx. To receive the special group rate, you must identify yourself as part of the AASM course group. Check-in time is 3:00pm and check-out time is 12:00pm.

Course DescriptionThis course will cover topics ranging from the AASM guidelines on identification of patients appropriate for portable monitoring to scoring of portable studies. Divergent views from different healthcare systems will be discussed. Use of unattended positive airway pressure treatment will also be discussed.

Target Audience This course is intended for sleep medicine

professionals seeking to develop strategies for the use of portable monitors in the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders.

Course ObjectivesUpon completion of the course, attendees will be able to:

• Discuss the AASM guidelines for portable monitoring;• Assess alternative strategies for portable monitoring use; • Analyze the data provided by portable monitors; and• Define issues involved in the management of patients

using portable monitors including unattended PAP titration.

FacultyRichard Berry, MD–Course ChairCharles Atwood, MDChristopher Lettieri, MD

Register for both hands-on workshops to take up to 25% off of registration fees!


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Continental Breakfast* and Registration8:00am - 8:10am Introduction Richard Berry, MD8:10am - 9:10am Nomenclature and Review of the AASM Clinical Guidelines Christopher Lettieri, MD9:10am - 10:10am Nuts and Bolts of Portable Monitoring Richard Berry, MD10:10am - 10:25am Break10:25am - 11:25am Portable Monitoring in Pittsburgh Charles Atwood, MD11:25am - 12:25pm Portable Monitoring at Walter Reed Christopher Lettieri, MD12:25pm - 1:25pm Lunch*1:25pm - 3:25pm How PM Devices Work Faculty3:25pm - 3:40pm Break 3:40pm - 4:40pm Alternatives to Attended Titration Richard Berry, MD4:40pm - 5:40pm PM Case Studies Charles Atwood, MD


Advanced Registration Fees: On or before September 16, 2011 One workshop: $300 (member); $395 (nonmember)Both workshops: $500 (member); $595 (nonmember)

Regular Registration Fees: After September 16, 2011 One workshop: $345 (member); $440 (nonmember)Both workshops: $575 (member); $640 (nonmember)September 16, 2011

Advanced Registration Deadline to Receive Reduced Registration FeesSeptember 16, 2011 Deadline to Reserve Hotel Rooms at Discounted Rate of $111/NightSeptember 23, 2011 Cancellation DeadlineOctober 15, 2011 Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring

Important Dates

Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable MonitoringWorkshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring

Date: October 15, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Faculty: Richard Berry, MD; University of Florida Health Science Center; Jacksonville, FLCME Credits: 8.00Advanced Registration Deadline: September 16, 2011


Date: October 16, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Faculty: Shalini Paruthi, MD; Saint Louis University School of Medicine; Saint Louis, MOCME Credits: 8.00Advanced Registration Deadline: September 16, 2011

Course DescriptionPractice parameters and regulatory agencies have described CPAP adherence as a critical factor in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. This workshop will explore the multifactorial aspects of non-adherence, including mechanical, behavioral and social issues. Faculty will offer practical suggestions for improving compliance and will help participants develop their own strategies for increasing patient treatment adherence.

Target Audience This course is intended for physicians, nurses, physician assistants and technologist involved in the provision of PAP therapy for patients with an interest in improving patient adherence.


• Identify issues leading to non-adherence;• Recognize equipment modifications and behavioral strategies

for improving adherence;• Appraise available options for improving adherence; and• Construct a strategy for approaching the non-adherent patient.

Faculty Shalini Paruthi, MD – Course ChairDouglas Kirsch, MDChristopher Lettieri, MDCarol Rosen, MD

Register for both hands-on workshops to take up to 25% off of registration fees!


SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2011

7:00am - 8:00am Registration and Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 9:00am Importance of CPAP Adherence Douglas Kirsch, MD9:00am - 10:00am Barriers to Adherence Douglas Kirsch, MD10:00am - 10:15am Break10:15am - 11:00am Psychosocial Factors Shalini Paruthi, MD 11:00am - 12:00pm Medical Factors Shalini Paruthi, MD 12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch*1:00pm - 1:45pm Technology and Adherence Christopher Lettieri, MD1:45pm - 2:45pm Pediatric CPAP Use Carol Rosen, MD2:45pm - 3:00pm Break3:00pm - 4:30pm Successful Adherence: Case Examples Shalini Paruthi, MD 4:30pm - 5:30pm When CPAP Fails Christopher Lettieri, MD


Advanced Registration Fees: On or before September 16, 2011 One workshop: $300 (member); $395 (nonmember)Both workshops: $500 (member); $595 (nonmember)

Regular Registration Fees:After September 16, 2011 One workshop: $345 (member); $440 (nonmember)Both workshops: $575 (member); $640 (nonmember)September 16, 2011

Advanced Registration Deadline to Receive Reduced Registration FeesSeptember 16, 2011 Deadline to Reserve Hotel Rooms at Discounted Rate of $111/NightSeptember 23, 2011 Cancellation DeadlineOctober 16, 2011 Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence

Important Dates

Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP AdherenceWorkshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence



Course DescriptionThis course will provide attendees with a review of topics covered on the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) sleep medicine exam through the presentation of a sample exam question, use of an audience response system to poll attendees, and discussion of the correct answer for each question. During the full-day course, attendees will have the opportunity to review and discuss nearly 100 sample test questions and learn valuable test-taking strategies from experts in the field.

Target Audience This course is intended for physicians currently active in sleep medicine, especially Diplomates of the American Board of Sleep Medicine, planning to take the ABMS examination in sleep medicine.

Course ObjectivesUpon completion of the course, participants should be able to:

• Summarize the ABMS Examination Blueprint;• Review test taking strategies;• Assess readiness for the examination through practice

questions; and• Devise a strategy for preparing for the ABMS sleep medicine examination.

FacultyTeofilo Lee-Chiong, MD –Course ChairNeil Freedman, MDMadeleine Grigg-Damberger, MD

Advanced Registration Fees: On or before September 30, 2011$300 (member); $395 (nonmember)

Regular Registration Fees: After September 30, 2011$345 (member); $440 (nonmember)

Less than two weeks before the ABMS exam, assess your knowledge of exam topics! Registration is limited to 80 attendees per day…register early to reserve your space!


September 30, 2011 Advanced Registration Deadline to Receive Reduced Registration Fees

October 7, 2011 Cancellation Deadline

October 28, 2011 Board Review Practice Exam (First Course Date)

October 29, 2011 Board Review Practice Exam (Second Course Date)

October 30, 2011 Board Review Practice Exam (Third Course Date)

October 31, 2011 Board Review Practice Exam (Fourth Course Date)

Important Dates

Board Review Practice ExamBoard Review Practice ExamDate: October 28, 2011, October 29, 2011, October 30, 2011 or October 31, 2011Location: AASM National Office ● Darien, IL (Chicago suburb)Course Chair: Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD; National Jewish Health; Denver, COCME Credits: 8.00Advanced Registration Deadline: September 30, 2011


7:00am - 8:00am Registration and Continental Breakfast*8:00am - 8:45am Welcome and Overview of ABMS Blueprint Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD 8:45am - 9:30am Normal Sleep and Variants Madeleine Grigg-Damberger, MD9:30am - 10:15am Insomnia and Circadian Rhythm Disorders Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD 10:15am - 10:30am Break10:30am - 11:30am Sleep Related Breathing Disorders Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD 11:30am - 12:00pm Sleep in Other Disorders and Pediatric Sleep Madeleine Grigg-Damberger, MD12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch*1:00pm - 1:45pm Hypersomnia and Parasomnia Neil Freedman, MD

1:45pm - 2:15pm Sleep Related Movement Disorders Madeleine Grigg-Damberger, MD2:15pm - 3:15pm Sleep Evaluation Neil Freedman, MD3:15pm - 3:30pm Break3:30pm - 4:00pm Organ System Physiology and Pharmacology Neil Freedman, MD4:00pm - 5:00pm Study Suggestions and Test Taking Strategies Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD 5:00pm - 5:30pm Questions and Answers Faculty


The AASM has produced several programs and products to assist you during your preparation for the November 10, 2011 sleep medicine certification exam.

As the medical society for sleep medicine, the AASM is able to develop comprehensive and quality programs, working with leading faculty in the field. Whether you require a full review of the topics to be included on the exam, or you simply need to touch up on select subjects, AASM board review resources are available to meet your needs. In addition to live Sleep Education Series courses detailed in this brochure, take advantage of other resources available from the AASM:

• Board Review for the Sleep Specialist Course Archive CD-ROM: Unable to attend one of the remaining Board Review for the Sleep Specialist courses (see page 1 for details)? Purchase a CD-ROM copy of the March 2011 course to review the full course content through independent study.

• Reference Texts: The AASM is the leading publisher of sleep-related reference texts including several essential to your exam review: ICSD-2, Case Book of Sleep Medicine, AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events, and more.

• Online Exam Modules: Test your knowledge and receive instant feedback and references for follow-up study using the online board practice exams and scoring exams available on the AASM Online Learning Center.

• Online Learning Modules: View educational videos on-demand at your convenience through this new feature on the AASM Online Learning Center.

• And More: Visit the AASM website at www.aasmnet.org for information about these and other resources available from the AASM.

Other Resources for ABMS Exam PreparationOther Resources for ABMS Exam Preparation

Course LocationsAll courses will all be held at:

AASM National Office2510 North Frontage RoadDarien, Illinois 60561

Hotel ReservationsThe AASM has reserved a block of guest rooms at a discounted group rate of $111.00/night plus taxes at:

Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge1200 Burr Ridge ParkwayBurr Ridge, Illinois 60527

Space is limited, so please make reservations well in advance; the group rate will no longer be available if all rooms in the block sell out. Reservations must be made by individual attendees directly with the hotel’s reservation department by calling (630) 986-4100; to receive the special group rate, you must identify yourself as part of the group code listed below. Reservations may also be made online at www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx. Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is 11:00am. The deadlines and course group codes to reserve a hotel room at the discounted rate for each course are:

Interpreting Sleep Studies Cut-off Date: August 25, 2011Group Code: Interpreting Sleep Studies Course

Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine Cut-off Date: September 2, 2011Group Code: Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine Course

A-STEP Introductory CourseSee page 7 for hotel information

Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring and CPAP AdherenceCut-off Date: September 16, 2011Group Code: Workshops in Sleep Medicine

Board Review Practice ExamsCut-off Date: September 29, 2011Group Code: Practice Exam Course

Transportation from Hotel to National OfficeShuttle service will be provided to and from the hotel to the AASM national office prior to and at the end of the day on each day of a course (and to and from sleep centers for A-STEP clinical observation days). Transportation to any other location or at any other time is the responsibility of the attendee. Details regarding the shuttle schedule will be sent to attendees via e-mail in advance of the course.

FlightsSave on your airfare by booking with our official travel agent: Corporate Travel Solutions/American Express. Call toll-free (800) 526-4540, Monday–Friday from 8:00am–5:00pm Central, or e-mail [email protected] and reference the AASM. Airfare savings are subject to availability; we suggest you make your arrangements as soon as you receive your registration confirmation.

The airports nearest to the AASM national office are O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. O’Hare is approximately 23 miles from the office. Midway is approximately 18 miles from the office. Because you will be traveling to a suburb, we recommend that you do not pick-up a taxi outside of the baggage claim exit as these taxis will charge 1.5 times the metered rate to take you to the hotel. Rather, after you pick-up your baggage at the airport, contact 303 Taxi via phone at (847) 256-8294 and provide them with the account number 6307379700. Taxi service to and from the airport is approximately $40.00 each way, not including gratuity. Please anticipate 30-40 minutes for travel time to and from either airport.

MealsMeals provided by the AASM are available for registered attendees only. Guests of attendees cannot be accommodated during meal functions.

RecordingPhotographing and/or recording, of any kind, of sessions and speakers at the course is strictly prohibited.

Questions?For information or questions regarding the courses, please contact:

AASM Meeting Department2510 North Frontage RoadDarien, IL 60561Phone: 630-737-9700Fax: 630-737-9789E-mail: [email protected]: www.aasmnet.org

General InformationGeneral Information


Hotel rooms for the A-STEP Introductory Course are reserved at the Aloft Bolingbrook hotel, NOT the Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge. See page 7 for more information...

Downtown Chicago Shuttle ServiceThe AASM national office is located in Darien, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago. This fall, the AASM will offer an optional course add-on of roundtrip transportation from the Marriott Burr Ridge to downtown Chicago (downtown Chicago shuttle service will not be available for the A-STEP Introductory Course). The fee is $25.00 roundtrip for each person, and a minimum of 20 people must register on any available date for the shuttle to be offered. If you register for this course add-on, additional information will be provided to you prior to the course. Downtown Chicago shuttle service will be available on the following evenings (pending a minimum of 20 registrants):

Interpreting Sleep Studies Shuttle Date: September 23, 2011 or September 25, 2011

Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine Shuttle Date: October 1, 2011

A-STEP Introductory CourseDowntown Chicago Shuttle Offer Not Available

Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring and CPAP AdherenceShuttle Date: October 15, 2011

Board Review Practice ExamsDowntown Chicago Shuttle Offer Not Available

New this Year!Enjoy the sites of downtown Chicago while attending AASM courses this fall!


How to RegisterThere are 3 ways to register for AASM Sleep Education Series courses:

1. Online. www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx (credit card only)2. Fax. 630-737-9789 (credit card only)3. Mail. American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Attn: Meeting Department2510 North Frontage RoadDarien, IL 60561(check or credit card)

Confirmation and Registration DisclaimerRegistration is limited. Please register early. Confirmation letters will be sent via e-mail within one week of receipt of registration form and payment. All attendees must pre-register; on-site registration will not be accepted. The AASM will not be held liable if an individual purchases an airline ticket before receiving confirmation of registration for a course.

Cancellation PolicyWritten notification must be submitted to the AASM meeting department for registration cancellation. A $50.00 administrative fee will be withheld on cancellations postmarked prior to the cancellation deadline. After this date, no refunds will be available. Refunds are not provided to no-shows. The AASM reserves the right to cancel any of these courses and provide a full refund should conditions warrant. The refund will only include the cost of registration for the event.

Registration CategoriesMembersTo register as a member, the registrant must currently be an individual member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). If the AASM is unable to confirm that the individual is a member, the individual will be registered as a nonmember at the nonmember prevailing fees.

Employees of Center MemberTo register as an employee of an AASM center member (with a maximum of four registrants), the registrant must currently be employed at a sleep center that is currently a member of the AASM. If the AASM is unable to confirm that the center is a member of the AASM, the individual will be registered as a nonmember at the nonmember prevailing fees.

NonmembersWant to register for the member price, but you’re not a member? If you are not an individual member of the AASM and would like to become a member, join the AASM to receive instant savings including reduced course registration fees, a subscription to the journals SLEEP and Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, and much more. Visit the AASM website at www.aasmnet.org for more information about membership including a complete listing of benefits and a description of all membership categories. Membership is on a calendar-year basis (January 1–December 31). Beginning on October 1, 2011, individuals may apply for membership for the 2012 membership-year and receive the remainder of the 2011 membership-year for free.

Register online at www.aasmnet.org/events.aspx.

Continuing Medical EducationThe American Academy of Sleep Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

These courses have been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Their Elements of the ACCME by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

The AMA Council on Medical Education mandates that accredited providers only offer AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ to physicians. The AASM will issue non-physicians a letter of attendance for activities designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine designates the Interpreting Sleep Studies Course as a live activity for a maximum of 16.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, the Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine course as a live activity for a maximum of 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, the Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring course as a live activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, the Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence course as a live activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, and the Board Review Practice Exams course as a live activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The American Association of Sleep Technologists designates the A-STEP Introductory Course for a maximum of 80.00 AAST Continuing Education Credits. Individuals should claim only those credits that he/she actually earned in the educational activity.

Registration Instructions & CME Information

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Registration FormRegistration Information (Please print or type clearly)

Last Name: First Name: Degree(s): Address: City: State: Zip/Postal Code: Country: Phone: Fax: E-mail: Special Needs/Accommodations:

Specialty (Check all that apply)

Sleep Medicine Anesthesiology Family Medicine Internal Medicine Neurology Neurophysiology Nursing Otolaryngology Pediatrics Psychiatry Psychology Pulmonary Medicine Other

Attendee List Permission (Check one)I give my permission to include my contact information on an attendee list to be distributed to course attendees. Yes No

Membership Dues for Nonmembers (Check one. Membership dues are based on the date that the registration is received by the AASM national office.)2011 memberships will be valid through December 31, 2011; 2012 memberships will be valid through December 31, 2012.

2011 Membership-year 2012 Membership-year Through 9/30/11 On or after 10/1/11Regular Members $125 $200Student Members $20 $40Affiliate Members $125 $200Affiliate Industry Members $250 $400

Registration Fees (Check the appropriate registration fee(s). Registration fees are based on the date that the registration is received at the AASM national office.)

Interpreting Sleep StudiesCheck one: September 23–24, 2011 September 25–26, 2011 On or before 8/26/11 After 8/26/11AASM Member $550 $625Employee of an AASM Member Center* $550 $625Nonmember $700 $775

Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine On or before 9/2/11 After 9/2/11AASM Member $450 $500Employee of an AASM Member Center* $450 $500Nonmember $600 $650

Questions? Contact the AASM meeting department by e-mail to [email protected] or by phone to 630-737-9700

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A-STEP Introductory Course All Individuals $4,000

Workshops in Sleep MedicineOption #1: Save when you Register for Both Workshops (Portable Monitoring AND CPAP Adherence) On or before 9/16/11 After 9/16/11AASM Member $500 $575Employee of an AASM Member Center* $500 $575Nonmember $595 $640

Option #2: One Workshop (Either Portable Monitoring OR CPAP Adherence)Check one: Portable Monitoring Workshop CPAP Adherence Workshop On or before 9/16/11 After 9/16/11AASM Member $300 $345Employee of an AASM Member Center* $300 $345Nonmember $395 $440

Board Review Practice Exam

Check one: October 28, 2011 October 30, 2011 October 29, 2011 October 31, 2011

On or before 9/30/11 After 9/30/11AASM Member $300 $345Employee of an AASM Member Center* $300 $345Nonmember $395 $440

*If registering as an employee of an AASM center member, please provide the name of your facility and your accreditation/membership number.

Name:

Accreditation/Member Number:

Downtown Chicago Shuttle (Roundtrip. Shuttle ticket(s) will be applied to the course indicated in your registration above.)

Number of Tickets: _______ × $25 per ticket = $______________________

Method of Payment Check made payable to the AASM (U.S. funds drawn on a U.S. bank)

Credit Card: VISA MasterCard American Express

Card#: Exp. Date: /

Validation Code**: Cardholders Name:

Billing Address:

Signature: Date:

**For a VISA or MasterCard, the validation code is the last 3 numbers in the signature box. For an American Express, the validation code is the 4 numbers above the credit card number.

Registration Form (cont.)


American Academy of Sleep Medicine2510 North Frontage Road | Darien, IL 60561Phone: 630-737-9700 | Fax: 630-737-9789E-mail: [email protected]: www.aasmnet.org

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SLEEP MEDICINE2510 North Frontage RoadDarien, IL 60561-1511


Fall

2011

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF SLEEP MEDICINE ● SLEEP EDUCATION SERIES COURSES

September 23–24 ● Interpreting Sleep Studies

September 25–26 ● Interpreting Sleep Studies

October 1–2 ● Pharmacology and Sleep Medicine

October 3–14 ● A-STEP Introductory Course

October 15 ● Workshops in Sleep Medicine: Portable Monitoring

October 16 ● Workshops in Sleep Medicine: CPAP Adherence

October 28 ● Board Review Practice Exam




Register online at www.aasmnet.org

All held at the new state-of-the-art AASM national office!

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New Courses: Continuing Education Courses from the PREMIER Provider of Sleep Medicine Training

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