Shows
Talking SleepResponsible AI Use in Sleep MedicineIn this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes members of the AASM Artificial Intelligence in Sleep Medicine Committee—Dr. Margarita Oks, Dr. Subaila Zia, Dr. Ramesh Sachdeva, and Matt Anastasi—to discuss their recently published position statement on the responsible use of AI in sleep medicine practices.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare, from AI-assisted sleep study scoring to clinical documentation tools and insurance claim processing. Yet AI is not a monolith—the technology encompasses various types with different capabilities, risks, and regulatory considerations. Matt Anastasi breaks down the different forms of AI clinicians encoun...
2025-10-311h 12Talking SleepPLATO: New Longitudinal Assessment Tool for Sleep ApneaIn this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Doug Kirsch, Medical Director of Atrium Health Sleep Medicine and Clinical Professor in the Department of Neurology at Wake Forest School of Medicine, and Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, president-elect of the AASM and private practice physician with Millennium Physician Group in Fort Myers, Florida, to introduce PLATO—a groundbreaking longitudinal assessment tool for obstructive sleep apnea.
The Epworth Sleepiness Scale has been a cornerstone of sleep medicine practice for decades, yet clinicians universally acknowledge its limitations in capturing the full patient experience. Similarly, PAP adherence—while impo...
2025-10-1747 minTalking SleepSleep Medicine Disruptors: Innovation PreviewIn this bonus episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla offers an exclusive preview of the upcoming SleepMedicine Disruptors course, taking place November 14-15 in Austin, Texas. She speaks with Steve Van Hout, executive director of the AASM, and Dr. David White, professor of medicine part time at Harvard Medical School, about the groundbreaking innovations reshaping sleep medicine.
Steve Van Hout explains what makes the Disruptors conference unique compared to other AASM meetings like Trends and the annual SLEEP conference. Designed to bring together clinicians, researchers, technology innovators,and venture capitalists, Disruptors aims to foster cross-industry...
2025-10-1049 minTalking SleepHow Sleep Medicine Guidelines Are Created In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla sits down with Dr. Anita Shelgikar, current president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, neurologist, and sleep fellowship program director at the University of Michigan, for a transparent look at how the AASM makes critical decisions that shape the field of sleep medicine.
Ever wondered how clinical practice guidelines are developed and why updates take so long? Dr. Shelgikar pulls back the curtain on the comprehensive process behind guideline creation, from topic selection to evidence review to final publication. She explains how the AASM prioritizes which gu...
2025-10-0345 minTalking SleepASV Algorithms & Central Sleep Apnea ManagementIn this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Imran Iftikhar and Dr. Rami Khayat to discuss groundbreaking research on adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV) and the newly released AASM clinical practice guidelines for central sleep apnea treatment.
Dr. Iftikhar presents his innovative approach to analyzing ASV data through meta-analysis combined with trial sequential analysis, offering fresh insights into the statistical reliability of existing research beyond traditional systematic reviews. His work addresses lingering questions about ASV efficacy and safety that have persisted since the controversial SERVE-HF trial results challenged previous assumptions about this therapy.
Meanwhile, Dr. Khayat, who served...
2025-09-051h 00Talking SleepOSA and PLMDIn this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Gulcin Benbir, professor of neurology and sleep researcher from Turkey, and Dr. Lourdes Del Rosso, sleep physician and professor at UCSF who served on the task force for updated AASM RLS guidelines, to discuss groundbreaking research on periodic limb movements in sleep (PLMS) that persist after successful sleep apnea treatment.
Following the recent updates to RLS guidelines, this conversation addresses the often-overlooked condition of periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD). The guests reveal surprising findings that challenge traditional teaching: while sleep medicine practitioners have long been...
2025-08-0838 minTalking SleepPredicting RBD Phenoconversion via Autonomic Reflex TestingIn this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Luca Baldelli, a neurologist from the University of Bologna and Treasurer-Elect of the International REM Sleep Behavior Disorder Study Group, to discuss breakthrough research on predicting which RBD patients will develop neurodegenerative diseases.
Building on the AASM's updated RBD guidelines, Dr. Baldelli presents compelling evidence for using simple autonomic reflex testing to identify patients at highest risk for phenoconversion to conditions like Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. His research demonstrates that objective autonomic testing, particularly orthostatic assessments, can reveal early neurogenic orthostatic hypotension...
2025-07-2536 minTalking SleepKPAP: Exploring a Novel PAP Therapy ApproachIn this episode, host Dr. Seema Khosla explores KPAP, a new PAP therapy innovation with Dr. David White, former AASM president, and Dr. William Noah, inventor of the V-com device. Learn about this new technology that promises to make positive airway pressure more comfortable while still remaining effective for sleep apnea patients.
Discover the science behind KPAP, its potential advantages over traditional CPAP, and how it addresses issues like treatment-emergent central apneas and CO2 rebreathing. The discussion covers the device's development, clinical trial results, and implications for sleep apnea treatment, offering insights for clinicians and patients alike.
2025-02-0744 min
REM RewardShaping Sleep: The AASM’s Legacy, Research, and Advocacy – EP 17 w/ Dr. Anita Shelgikar & Melissa ClarkIn Episode 17, Ryan is joined by Dr. Anita Shelgikar and Melissa Clark to explore the history, research, and advocacy efforts of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and how the organization continues to shape the field of sleep medicine today.
Dr. Shelgikar, Immediate Past President of the AASM Foundation, breaks down the latest sleep research, how the AASM funds groundbreaking studies, and what recent discoveries are changing the way we understand sleep health. Melissa Clark, Director of Advocacy and Public Awareness at the AASM, discusses the AASM’s founding in 1975, the challenges it overcame, and its on...
2025-02-0224 min
NeurologyLive® Mind Moments®Implications of the 2024 AASM Guidelines for Restless Legs SyndromeWelcome to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. Tune in to hear leaders in neurology sound off on topics that impact your clinical practice.
In this episode, Andy Berkowski, MD, PhD, founder of Relax Health, sat down to discuss the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's (AASM) recently published guideline update for the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS). Berkowski, who serves as a vice chair of the AASM's Practice Guidelines Task Force, provided clinical insight on the reasons behind the guidelines, pointing to the vast research advances and literature updates since its last iteration in 2012. Additionally, he touched on th...
2024-11-2924 minTalking SleepRLS Clinical Practice Guideline UpdateIn this episode of Talking Sleep, Drs. John Winkelman and Andy Berkowski discuss the updated AASM clinical practice guideline for the treatment of restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder.
2024-11-0854 minTalking SleepA new era of AASM accreditationThe 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 types, making it easier to manage, add, and remove accredited services. Changes to the Standards for Accreditation were also made to remove barriers and promote administrative and operational efficiencies in sleep practice management. In this episode, AASM Accreditation Committee Chair Dr. Fady Jamous and AASM Director of Accreditation Ray Anthonijsz help explain some upcoming changes to AASM accreditation programs.
2024-10-1146 minTalking SleepAI SWOT AnalysisAI is popping up everywhere — when we open a PDF, use an AI scribe, or look something up with Chat GPT. We all interface with AI daily and may not even realize it. This can become very complex and somewhat mysterious. How can we use AI in a sleep medicine practice? Is it trustworthy? Will we all be replaced by AI someday? The AASM has an AI committee tasked with these questions. In this episode, we talk with committee members Dr. Margarita Oks and Matt Anastasi about a SWOT analysis on the use of AI-enabled technology in sleep medicine.
2024-08-3050 minTalking SleepCutting Through the Haze - the Use of Cannabis for Sleep and Sleep ApneaThere are currently 40 states with legalized medical marijuana. Twenty-four of these also have legalized recreational marijuana. Many people report using cannabis to help them to initiate and maintain sleep. Is there any data to support this? Is cannabis safer than prescription sleep aids? What should we know about cannabis and sleep? Dr. Bhanu Prakash Kolla discusses the impact of cannabis on sleep and its potential use to treat sleep disorders.
2024-08-0230 minTalking SleepSleep technology for insomniaAs technology continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, the subset of sleep-related technology continues to expand. The AASM Emerging Technology committee continues to assess both clinical and consumer sleep technology. We have previously discussed consumer and clinical sleep technology that largely centered around snoring and OSA. In this episode, we talk with committee members Drs. Shalini Paruthi and Sachin Shah about the latest sleep technology for insomnia.
2024-07-1940 minTalking SleepKey Considerations When Implementing an RPM programRemote patient monitoring codes have been active for a number of years. These have largely been used to monitor blood glucose levels via a continuous glucose monitor or to adjust heart failure medications via a connected digital scale. Dr. Charles Bae and Dr. Gabriela de Bruin discuss whether sleep medicine professionals should also use remote physiologic monitoring (RPM) and remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) codes in the sleep clinic.
2024-07-0540 minTalking SleepReimbursement and clinical use of actigraphyThe Actiwatch is a popular actigraphy device that is no longer sold or supported by Philips. Its discontinuation coincided with the launch of the AASM’s “Act on Actigraphy” campaign, which highlights the importance of actigraphy testing for sleep disorders and urges payers to reimburse health care professionals for this medical service. Dr. Paul Raymond, vice chair of the AASM Coding and Reimbursement Advisory Committee, discusses reimbursement for actigraphy, its clinical use, and current and future options for device selection.
2024-06-2130 minTalking SleepHiding in plain sight: The importance of a SOREMP on PSGDespite having more treatment options than ever before, narcolepsy remains significantly underdiagnosed. Is there a potential clue on the polysomnogram (PSG) that we are overlooking? Dr. Alyssa Cairns and her team are exploring the biophysiological phenotypes of sleep disorders, specifically central disorders of hypersomnolence. She discussed how she combed through half-a-million sleep records and looked at the predictive value of a sleep-onset REM period (SOREMP) on PSG for a future diagnosis of narcolepsy.
2024-05-3149 minTalking SleepThe Philips consent decree and the path forwardAfter nearly three years, the Department of Justice and the Food and Drug Administration have finally agreed to the terms of a consent decree with Philips. It states that Philips Respironics cannot manufacture or distribute new sleep and respiratory care devices in the U.S. market until certain criteria are met, unless the devices are classified by the FDA as “medically necessary.” The scope of the recall is far larger than just consumer PAP devices. This impacts sleep diagnostics – including Alice polysomnography systems, home sleep apnea test platforms, and in-lab titration devices. Here to help us understand the specifics of the...
2024-05-1753 minTalking SleepADVENT-HF trialThe world of sleep medicine has had several large recent disruptions with COVID-19 and the Philips Respironics recall. These haven’t been the only ones. If we look back almost a decade, sleep medicine was disrupted by the SERVE-HF results and field safety notice for ResMed ASV devices. Another trial was conducted around the same time as SERVE-HF but utilized Philips ASV devices. Those results have now been published and provide some insight into the use of peak-flow-triggered ASV for those with an ejection fraction of 45% or below. Dr. Douglas Bradley is here to share his results and to of...
2024-05-0337 minTalking SleepOSA proteomics and metabolomicsWe know that there are a billion people in the world with undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and that it simply isn’t practical to have every person undergo a sleep study. Are there other methods that might be more efficient identifying those at the highest risk of OSA? Dr. Laura Castillo is a chemist who has studied biological matrices to identify biomarkers for obstructive sleep apnea. Her research involves analyzing sweat and she has found that there are specific markers for those with severe OSA and those without any OSA. Dr. David Gozal has been working in this fi...
2024-04-1943 minTalking SleepAcoustic stimulation for improving sleepThere are a handful of direct-to-consumer devices that claim to improve the quality of our sleep by using acoustic stimulation. What is the science behind these devices? Dr. Roneil Malkani is an associate professor of neurology in the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. He collaborates with others to study acoustic stimulation during sleep and its impact on sleep architecture. He describes how these devices work and how clinicians should approach them.
2024-04-0539 minTalking SleepNIV and other considerations for the Philips Respironics PAP device recallWhile CPAP devices are similar across manufacturers, there are more significant differences in the advanced modalities of ventilatory support. Dr. Lisa Wolfe is well known for her granular knowledge of mechanical ventilation, including noninvasive ventilation (NIV). She discusses some aspects of NIV that may become pertinent as both sleep labs and patients transition off devices recalled by Philips Respironics. She also addresses concerns related to patients who have complex conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), obesity hypoventilation syndrome, and neuromuscular disease.
2024-03-2242 minTalking SleepNeurotransmitters, insomnia pharmacotherapy and mental healthWe know that CBT-I is the gold standard treatment for insomnia, but it remains inaccessible for many due to cost or the limited availability of trained professionals. For patients with comorbid mental health disorders, insomnia treatment may improve their sleep and mental health, but sleep restriction therapy may not be the most appropriate modality. Dr. Chris Bojrab is a psychiatrist who has embraced sleep care as a vehicle to improve the mental health of his patients, and he has expertise in neurotransmitters. He discusses pharmacologic treatment of insomnia and some important considerations in those with mental health disorders.
2024-03-0855 minTalking SleepSleep, OSA and sickle cell diseaseWhile sleep disorders are associated with numerous health complications, one area that doesn’t receive much attention is the impact of sleep and sleep disorders on those with sickle cell anemia. A study published in Sleep and Breathing found that children with sickle cell disease and comorbid obstructive sleep apnea had 47% more health complications than those with sickle cell disease who had a lower risk for OSA due to negative OSA screenings or exams. These complications seemed to be related to nocturnal hypoxia. Pain from a sickle crisis also can lead to sleep fragmentation. Dr. Sonal Malhotra discusses the ma...
2024-02-2334 minTalking SleepA Practical Approach to Treating RLSJohns Hopkins colleagues Dr. Rachel Salas and Dr. Sara Benjamin discuss the basics of treating restless legs syndrome (RLS), focusing on an updated algorithm published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings in 2021 by the Scientific and Medical Advisory Board of the Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation. Topics of discussion include pharmacological treatment options, the risk of augmentation, potential impulsivity, and non-pharmacologic treatments.
2024-02-0947 minTalking SleepSleep and Alzheimer’s diseaseWe routinely see patients with dementia in our sleep clinics but often do not meet them until they present with a sleep complaint such as insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea. We know that sleep and dementia have a bidirectional relationship. Is there a way to identify those who are at higher risk of dementia and intervene earlier? Is there a polysomnographic fingerprint? Should polysomnography be performed in those who are felt to be at higher risk of dementia? How can we, as sleep clinicians, potentially impact the course of dementia? Are there special considerations for our patients who have...
2024-01-2641 min
МілітарнийЗнищення А-50У, французькі AASM та місце для A-10 Thunderbolt II та Mirage 2000 | Авіаційні ПідсумкиГоворимо про:
- Втрати росіянами А-50У та ураження Ил-22М11. Що сталося і як - наші версії. Наскільки це важка втрата? Скільки А-50У є в Росіян?
- Україна отримає AASM HAMMER. Що це за озброєння, як його можна інтегрувати до українських бойових літаків?
- Не тільки F-16? Чи потрібні Mirage-2000D A-10 Thunderbolt II?
+ Питання від наших Спонсорів на YouTube та Патронів на Patreon
Підтримуйте нашу команду
Patreon / milinua
ByMeACoffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/militarnyi
PayPal: paypal@mil.in.ua
Приват: 4149 6293 1808 2567
monobank: 4441 1144 4179 6255
Або ставайте нашими спонсорами прямо на Youtube (кнопка "Спонсорувати" одразу під відео)
Підписуйтеся на нас в соцмережах:
Twitter / mil_in_ua
Telegram t.me/milinua
Facebook / milinua
facebook.com/Militarnyi
2024-01-201h 36Talking SleepSleep as an Opportunity to Improve Maternal MortalityWe wanted to start the new year by examining that time in our lives when we welcome new lives into this world. We often think about pregnancy as a joyful time.
But, for too many women in the US, pregnancy leads to significant morbidity and mortality. Our US maternal mortality rate increased from 20.1 per 100,000 live births in 2019 to 32.9 per 100,000 live births in 2021. For black women, this was 69.9 deaths per 100,000 live births. The causes are severe bleeding, infections, and preeclampsia/eclampsia. The CDC indicates that 4/5 pregnancy-related deaths in the US are preventable. Dr. Ghada Bourjeily is here to...
2024-01-1247 minTalking SleepKeeping Up with the Changes to the Scoring ManualThe AASM released an update to the scoring manual earlier this year. Some of the changes were minor and others more significant. Adhering to the AASM scoring manual is a mandate of accreditation.
Dr. Matt Troester, Dr. Alcibiades Rodriguez and Dr. Rich Berry are here to review these changes and highlight the most clinically pertinent information from the latest iteration of the scoring manual version 3.
2023-12-1532 minTalking SleepSleep and ADHD in AdolescentsWe have seen data associating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder with sleep disorders, and many experts believe that a sleep assessment should be performed routinely in these patients. Is it all about insufficient sleep and sleep patterns? Or are there polysomnographic differences that may identify those who are at risk for ADHD? Can poor sleep in early childhood predict a diagnosis of ADHD in adolescence? Dr. Jessica Lunsford-Avery shares her research in this field and helps us understand the relationship between childhood sleep and adolescent ADHD.
2023-12-0134 minTalking SleepMedications To Manage Central Disorders Of HypersomnolenceIn the last few years, more medications have been available to treat central disorders of hypersomnolence. While treatments for narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia are similar, there are some specific considerations when trying to determine which combination of medications is most appropriate for a patient. Significant payor coverage and formulary variability add another layer to this conversation. Some are considered off-label and others are on-label but may be cost-prohibitive. Dr. Hrayr Attarian explains some of the nuances of these newer medications, how they perform for specific symptoms, and how to consider tailoring medication regimens with shared decision-making.
2023-11-1737 minTalking SleepLegal Issues in a Sleep Medicine PracticeDrowsy driving accidents are just one of the many ways in which health care can interface with the legal system. Our guest for this episode is Dr. Ramesh Sachdeva, a sleep medicine and pediatric critical care physician who decided to go to law school several years ago and has previously served as an adjunct professor of law. He has a unique interest in the intersection of medicine, healthcare quality, and law and is here today to help us explore potential legal issues that can arise in a sleep medicine practice.
Please note that this is no...
2023-11-0346 minTalking SleepMedications to Treat Obstructive Sleep ApneaWe have long known that CPAP therapy isn’t meant for everyone who has obstructive sleep apnea. There are plenty of non-PAP treatment options, including oral appliance therapy and hypoglossal nerve stimulation. Pharmacotherapy has been used as an adjunct therapy to treat persistent hypersomnolence despite well-treated OSA or to assist with PAP acclimatization. Now medications are being developed to treat OSA and its underlying obstruction. Here to help us understand more about these medications is Dr. Sanjay Patel.
2023-10-2033 min![On [s] en parle !](https://radioalpa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/aasm1-1.jpg)
On [s] en parle !L’AASM, l’Association d’Aide et de Soutien aux MaladesMercredi 11 octobre 2023, Dominique Colas le vice président de l’AASM était accompagné d’Anne Leloup et de Marie-France Esneault, respectivement secrétaire et secrétaire adjointe au sein de l’association. Ils sont...
2023-10-1125 minTalking SleepManagement of Obesity Hypoventilation SyndromeObesity hypoventilation syndrome can be challenging to manage. Obtaining the appropriate device for each patient is often complicated by insurance requirements and endless red tape. Previous guidelines have indicated that CPAP may be as effective as bi-level PAP; however, this doesn’t apply to all patients. How can we identify patients who may require more advanced treatment modalities while also ensuring that those treatments do not cause undue financial burden for them? Here to help us understand this better is Dr. Babak Mokhlesi.
2023-10-0647 minTalking SleepInsufficient Sleep, Circadian Disruption and Cardiometabolic HealthWe frequently discuss how insufficient sleep may be harmful to cardiometabolic health, but is this the whole story? How does circadian rhythm misalignment contribute to this relationship? Could a behavioral sleep intervention possibly improve cardiometabolic health? Dr. Chris Depner investigates how insufficient sleep and circadian disruption contribute to the risk of metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes. His long-term goal is to develop sleep and circadian-based interventions that improve metabolic health. He is here to help us better understand the relationship between insufficient sleep, circadian disruption, and cardiometabolic health.
2023-09-2237 minTalking SleepDREAM-IT: Insomnia Management in AdolescentsAs students go back to school, many adolescents will have to advance their sleep phase in order to start classes early in the morning. While delayed sleep phase syndrome is common during adolescence, insomnia symptomatology may be underrecognized. It may be attributed to excessive screen time, social jet lag, or too much caffeine. We try to provide education around proper sleep hygiene techniques and often deploy cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, which was developed for adults. Are there other special considerations for adolescents? Does it make sense to utilize CBT-I in this age group? Is it appropriate to utilize sleep...
2023-09-0836 minTalking SleepObesity Management for Sleep CliniciansWe have long known that obesity is a risk factor for OSA, but most sleep clinicians don’t manage obesity. Is this something we should consider? How complicated is it? How should we navigate insurance hurdles? Do we need to employ a dietician? Is managing obesity feasible for a typical sleep medicine practice? Here to explore this further on today's episode of Talking Sleep is Dr. Rafael Sepulveda.
2023-08-2542 minTalking SleepEmbracing Alternative Practice ModelsThe practice of sleep medicine is extremely diverse. While there are many who are a part of academic institutions, others have chosen private practice. One option that is becoming more popular is a direct-to-consumer, self-pay model. Here to give us a better understanding of some of these practice models are Dr. Sahil Chopra and Dr. Andy Berkowski.
2023-08-1146 minTalking SleepNavigating the Ethics of Disclosure in RBDIn this episode of Talking Sleep our guest, Dr. Alon Avidan, helps us better understand the ethics of disclosure in REM sleep behavior disorder. A big part of this disorder's overall management includes disclosing potential neurodegenerative sequelae. While prescribing medications can be fairly straightforward, the discussion of a potentially life-altering diagnosis is more nuanced. It requires not only the explanation of Lewy Body dementia or Parkinson’s but also the ability to assess what a patient needs to hear and when it is appropriate to disclose this information.
2023-07-2844 minTalking SleepSleepHouse Rock: How a CPT Code is MadeAs sleep technology continues to advance, we are sometimes left to try to figure out which billing code to use. There are level 2 studies that have a g-code and some novel HSAT devices that are creating new metrics that don’t always fit into a current CPT code. Navigating this can be tricky. Here to help us understand how a CPT code is made is Dr. Vikas Jain.
2023-07-1448 minTalking SleepBringing Sleep to the Neighborhood- The Mobile Sleep Lab ModelA few years ago, the AASM held a competition challenging us to reimagine sleep care. The Mobile Sleep Lab was a model that was submitted as a contender in this challenge. Here to tell us more about this are Dr. Mark Boulos, Dr. Luqi Chi and Dr. Oleg Chernyshev.
2023-06-3035 minTalking SleepMore Than Chin Music: How a New Signal Can Assess Sleep-Disordered BreathingIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we are joined by Dr. Jean-Louis Pépin and Dr. Atul Malhotra, who talk about how the signal derived from mandibular jaw movements during sleep can be an alternative measurement of respiratory effort in patients being evaluated for suspected sleep apnea. We will focus on the scientific basis and clinical implications of this new signal.
2023-06-1628 minTalking SleepPredicting HGNS Treatment SuccessIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, Dr. Raj Dedhia joins us to talk about hypoglossal nerve stimulation, which was first approved by the FDA in 2014 to treat a subset of patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. Now, nearly a decade later, the treatment has evolved, and we have a better understanding of its nuances. Visualizing the airway during sleep endoscopy is a key element in patient selection; however, Dr. Dedhia explains that there are other ways to predict treatment success.
2023-05-1937 minTalking SleepThe Nose and OSA: Why the Nose Always Seems to KnowObstructive sleep apnea is regularly linked to the posterior oropharynx and the tongue, but its relationship with the nose is often overlooked. Recent research suggests that the assessment of the nose plays an important role in the physiology of sleep. Nasal obstruction is common in sleep apnea and contributes greatly to the development of OSA. Here to talk to us about the role of the nose in OSA is Dr. Jolie Chang.
2023-05-0532 minTalking SleepThe Microbiome and Sleep Apnea– A Bidirectional RelationshipRecent evidence and data has highlighted important associations between obstructive sleep apnea and the microbiome. Here to help us learn more about how sleep and the gut microbiome impact our heath is Dr. Andrew Goldberg.
2023-04-2131 minTalking SleepClinical Considerations for Novel Sleep TechnologyThe sleep field is intertwined with technological advances. Innovative devices are being developed every day, some of which are crossing over into the clinical realm. In this episode of Talking Sleep, Dr. Scott Ryals and Dr. Steven Holfinger describe how some novel home sleep apnea test devices work and explain how clinicians should approach them.
2023-03-2442 minTalking SleepPermanent Standard Time AdvocacyIt's that time of year again when we spring forward and set our clocks ahead one hour. Whether we should continue to change our clocks twice per year is an ongoing topic of debate, and legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives to make daylight saving time permanent. Here to give more insight on the science of clock change and discuss the debate over daylight saving time and standard time is Dr. Karin Johnson.
2023-03-1020 minTalking SleepComorbid Insomnia and Sleep Apnea (COMISA)An article was published in the ERJ demonstrating that CBT for Insomnia reduced the severity of obstructive sleep apnea. Our guest, Dr. Alexander Sweetman, is here to tell us more.
2023-02-2434 minTalking SleepNew AASM Clinical Practice Guideline: Management of REM Sleep Behavior DisorderThe AASM recently released a new clinical practice guideline which provides necessary recommendations for adults with REM Sleep Behavior disorder. The guideline provides clinicians with insight on how best to prevent sleep-related injury and how to provide patients with a risk assessment for neurological disease. Here to tell us more about this is Dr. Michael Howell.
2023-02-1038 minTalking SleepImproving Patient Understanding of Sleep ApneaIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we talk about the importance of patient communication. Dr. Rebecca Robbins and Dr. Suzanne Bertisch of Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital share their insights into existing patient education materials for obstructive sleep apnea and offer tips on how to make it easier to understand. Listen now.
2023-01-2743 minTalking SleepSleep Age with Dr. MignotIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep our guest, Dr. Emmanuel Mignot, talks with us about sleep age and the importance of the EEG collected during polysomnography. As the interest in sleep grows, more attention is being paid to how sleep is related to morbidity and mortality. While there is much discussion about obstructive sleep apnea and cardiovascular health, the EEG may also hold clues about our future health.
2023-01-1345 minTalking SleepCollege, Transgender Students and SleepIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we discuss how insufficient sleep and other factors are negatively impacting college students’ health. Our guest, Dr. Shelley Hershner, is an associate professor of neurology at the University of Michigan. Through her research, she has found that there are certain populations of students, such as transgender students, who may be at higher risk of sleep disorders. She is here today to help us understand the significance of this issue and how we can better serve our college students.
2022-11-1829 minTalking SleepSleep Technologist EducationIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we discuss sleep technologist education. Our guests Karen Rowe, Debbie Guerrero and Dr. Brad Vaughn, who are part of the CoA PSG program, talk about the increasing demand for sleep technologist across the country and explain the pathway to becoming a certified sleep tech.
2022-11-0441 minTalking SleepMelatoninIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we discuss the use of melatonin in both children and adults. Our guests Dr. Abby Strang and Dr. Gautam Ganguly, talk about the AASM’s recent health advisory for the appropriate use of melatonin in children and the importance of understanding how melatonin works. Listen now
2022-10-2135 minTalking SleepSpotlighting Central Sleep ApneaIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we discuss the complexities of central sleep apnea. Our guest, Dr. Safwan Badr, describes the multiple pathways that can cause different forms of central sleep apnea and how the disorder is more similar to obstructive sleep apnea than we think.
2022-10-0739 min
The MEDQOR Podcast NetworkHow to Increase Access to Insomnia Therapies with the AASM’s Jennifer L. MartinJennifer L. Martin, PhD, became president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors on June 6, 2022. She speaks with Sleep Review about the challenges faced by people with insomnia disorder in accessing cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and pharmaceuticals to treat the sleep disorder, as well as posits several solutions. Sree Roy of Sleep Review and Martin discuss:-What is a psychologist’s role in sleep medicine?-How is the AASM collaborating with other stakeholders to identify and prioritize strategies to increase access to high-quality care for insomnia disorder?-How can sleep me...
2022-09-2814 min
The Sleep Disorders ToolkitHow to Increase Access to Insomnia Therapies with the AASM’s Jennifer L. MartinJennifer L. Martin, PhD, became president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors on June 6, 2022. She speaks with Sleep Review about the challenges faced by people with insomnia disorder in accessing cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and pharmaceuticals to treat the sleep disorder, as well as posits several solutions. Sree Roy of Sleep Review and Martin discuss:-What is a psychologist’s role in sleep medicine?-How is the AASM collaborating with other stakeholders to identify and prioritize strategies to increase access to high-quality care for insomnia disorder?-How can sleep me...
2022-09-2814 minTalking SleepCPAP in Pediatric PatientsIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we discuss safe and effective CPAP use in pediatric patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Drs. Louella Amos and Robin Lloyd join us to share information about the AASM’s recent position statement on age and weight requirements for PAP therapy in pediatric patients and the importance of appropriate management of younger, smaller children.
2022-09-2335 minTalking SleepMind After MidnightToday’s episode of Talking Sleep explores the “Mind After Midnight” hypothesis. Dr. Andrew Tubbs, a researcher in the department of psychiatry at the University of Arizona, explains sleep and circadian mechanisms that lead to a disproportionately increased risk of suicide between 2 and 3 a.m. The discussion may be troubling to some listeners. If you or someone you know is at risk for suicide, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
2022-09-0943 minTalking SleepUntreated OSA and Alzheimer’s DiseaseIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we’re sitting down with Dr. Andrew Varga to discuss links between obstructive sleep apnea and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Varga is part of a research team from Mount Sinai that recently published findings showing just one night without using CPAP can increase the presence of biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
2022-08-2635 minTalking SleepHow to Survive a Medicare AuditIn this episode of Talking Sleep, we highlight what to expect if your sleep practice is selected for a Medicare audit. AASM Coding and Compliance Committee Vice Chair Dr. Gabriela de Bruin discusses what auditors are often looking for, how to be prepared for an audit, the benefits of implementing a compliance program, and AASM resources available to help you.
2022-08-1229 minTalking SleepSleep-Related Movement DisordersIn today’s episode of Talking Sleep, we look at sleep-related movement disorders. Dr. Afifa Uzzaman discusses when movements during sleep are incidental and when they are cause for concern. She also discusses common sleep-related movements in patients with Parkinson’s disease and post-traumatic stress disorder.
2022-07-2930 minTalking SleepSleep Disorders in WomenThis episode of Talking Sleep focuses on sleep in women and highlights the role that gender plays in the diagnosis of sleep disorders. Dr. Andrea Matsumura, who focuses her practice on women, discusses how sleep is different in women throughout their lives and the various ways in which sleep disorders present in women. She also talks about the need for more research on sleep in women.
2022-07-1543 minTalking SleepUpdated Protocols for Evaluating Daytime Sleepiness and AlertnessIn this episode of Talking Sleep, we visit with Dr. Donna Arand and Dr. David Davila, members of the AASM task force that recently updated protocols for the Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) and Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT). The guidance provides detailed information on patient management, testing procedures, and reporting to ensure the tests provide high-quality, consistent data.
2022-07-0136 minTalking SleepThe Science of Smart BedsIn the latest episode of Talking Sleep, we’re visiting with Raj Mills, a medical device engineer at Sleep Number. She talks about the technology behind smart beds, what they measure, how they compare to polysomnography, and how they might alert a sleeper that they’re getting sick
2022-05-2035 minTalking SleepNIH Sleep Research PlanIn this episode, we discuss the goals of the National Institutes of Health’s Sleep Research Plan with National Center on Sleep Disorders Research Director Dr. Marishka Brown. Learn more about how the plan is aimed at advancing sleep and circadian research to promote public health.
2022-05-0634 minTalking SleepSLEEP Meeting PreviewGet a sneak peek of the sessions and events taking place at SLEEP 2022, the 36th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies. Today’s guest is Dr. Shalini Paruthi, chair of the APSS Program Committee, and she’s excited to welcome everyone back to an in-person SLEEP meeting, June 4-8 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Register by Sunday, April 24 for early bird rates!
2022-04-2224 minTalking SleepSleep and CancerResearchers continue to explore links between sleep and cancer. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jaspal Singh, medical director of pulmonary oncology at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina, to learn more about the role of sleep in cancer treatment and recovery. He describes associations between sleep and higher incidences of cancer in shift workers and flight personnel, and urges the sleep community to partner with their oncology colleagues to help cancer patients explore potential sleep problems.
2022-04-0836 min
The Arms Bumanlag ProjectSEASON 2: #14 - Ali Al Aasm- The ABPMy guest is an innovator. As co-founder of Red Piston, He oversees an award-winning tech operation with offices on both sides of the Detroit river.
Established to generate customized creative solutions to demanding client challenges, Red Piston builds mobile applications and games, designs and develops fully functional web presences, and dabbles in augmented and virtual reality.
The company now numbers Fortune 500 companies amongst its clients.
His day-to-day involves managing Red Piston’s growing team of developers and designers and providing technical oversight to see its projects through to completion.
He's a father of two, husband and Ali an...
2022-04-061h 11Talking SleepPhenotyping in Obstructive Sleep ApneaNot all patients with obstructive sleep apnea experience daytime sleepiness. In this episode of Talking Sleep, we talk with researcher and clinician Dr. Allan Pack about phenotyping OSA patients to understand the differences in patient clusters based on physiology, symptoms, clinical presentations, and other factors. Phenotyping patients ultimately will allow clinicians to offer more personalized treatment.
2022-03-2540 minTalking SleepThe Daylight Saving Time DebateAs we prepare to “spring forward” an hour this Sunday, members of Congress are discussing the need to continue biannual time changes. In this episode of Talking Sleep, Dr. Erin Flynn-Evans, a circadian physiologist, explains why standard time puts our social, sun, and body clocks in the best alignment and supports overall health and safety.
2022-03-1129 minNeurologyLive® Mind Moments®AASM's Push to End Daylight Saving TimeWelcome to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments™ podcast. Tune in to hear leaders in neurology sound off on topics that impact your clinical practice.
In this episode, we spoke with Seema Khosla, MD, FCCP, FAASM, medical director, North Dakota Center for Sleep. She shared her insight into the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's ongoing initiative to switch to a fixed standard time year-round, as well as offered her perspective on the current state of care for sleep disorders.
Episode Breakdown:
1:30 – AASM's position statement on daylight saving time
3:15 – The impact of daylight saving time on circadian rhythm
5:30 – Patient education...
2022-03-1129 min
SleepTech TalkSleepTech Talk - (Episode 6) AASM Accreditation with Kimi ClarkThe SleepTech Talk Team discusses the accreditation process with Kimi Clark Vice Chair of the AASM Accreditation Committee. We also ask Kimi a few of the questions submitted by our listeners!
SLEEPTECH TALK is available on APPLE, GOOGLE, and SPOTIFY podcast platforms. You can also find our YouTube channel at
Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Kia9qzghofBmGKAf7YEOg
2022-02-2819 minTalking SleepSleep, Long COVID and Critical IllnessPatients recovering from COVID or other critical illnesses often face additional health challenges after their hospitalization. In this episode of Talking Sleep, we talk to Dr. Carla Sevin, director of the ICU Recovery Center at Vanderbilt University, about the physical, cognitive and psychological issues, including sleep disturbances, that can trouble patients long after their initial illness.
2022-02-2540 minTalking SleepSleep and AthletesAs the 2022 Winter Olympics take place, we wondered, how do these elite athletes manage their sleep and adjust to travel across multiple time zones? We asked Dr. Jeff Durmer, a neuroscientist and sleep specialist who serves as the sleep performance director for the U.S. Olympic weightlifting team. Learn how he educates athletes about the importance of sleep duration, timing, and quality to help them feel and perform their best.
2022-02-1139 minTalking SleepHome Sleep Apnea Testing in ChildrenThe pandemic has prompted many sleep physicians to consider alternate ways of testing for sleep apnea, and that’s led to greater use of home sleep apnea tests. But are HSATs effective in testing for children? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Shannon Sullivan, a pediatric sleep specialist, about developments in home sleep apnea testing for kids and adolescents.
2022-01-2833 minTalking SleepObstructive Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular DiseaseWelcome to Season Four of Talking Sleep! In this episode we talk with Dr. Susan Redline about the American Heart Association’s recent scientific statement on the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea and heart disease and the need to collaborate with cardiologists to improve the diagnosis and treatment of OSA. Dr. Redline also gives a sneak peak of her SLEEP 2022 keynote address.
2022-01-1433 minTalking SleepSleep Disorders Increase Health Care CostsWe wrap up season 3 of Talking Sleep with a discussion of the economic impact of sleep disorders. In a study recently published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, Drs. Phil Huyett and Neil Bhattacharyya crunch the numbers to estimate the health care costs of diagnosing and treating sleep disorders and associated complications. We talk to them about their findings and the implications.
2021-11-2334 minTalking SleepGuiding Principles for Determining Work Shift DurationNew evidence-based principles co-published by the AASM and SRS will help employers take a holistic view of setting work shift durations to positively impact employee health, safety, and productivity by reducing mental and physical fatigue. Lead author Dr. Indira Gurubhagavatula joins us to explain the guiding principles and how they can be used to develop effective, customized solutions for shift duration.
2021-11-1225 minTalking SleepWhen to Consider Surgery to Treat OSAA new clinical practice guideline from the AASM advises when surgical consultation may be appropriate for patients struggling to use CPAP to treat their obstructive sleep apnea. In this episode, we talk with two of the guideline authors, Drs. David Kent and Jeff Stanley, both otolaryngologists and sleep specialists, about the recommendations for surgical consultation and how they can empower patients to make the best decision for their care.
2021-10-2939 minTalking SleepEvaluating New Sleep TechnologiesAre you overwhelmed by the constantly changing landscape of sleep technologies? Having trouble keeping up with your patient’s latest sleep tracker? The AASM Emerging Technology Committee is here to help. In this episode, we talk with committee members Drs. Maryann Deak, Sharon Schutte-Rodin and Ambrose Chiang about AASM resources to evaluate sleep-related clinical and consumer devices to help further your understanding of #SleepTechnology.
2021-10-1537 minTalking SleepSpecializing in Sleep MedicineIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Scott Kutscher, sleep fellowship director at Stanford and a member of the AASM’s Sleep Medicine Fellowship Directors Council Steering Committee. He discusses the Choose Sleep initiative to increase the knowledge and awareness of a career in sleep medicine, how sleep fellowship programs have responded and adapted to the pandemic, and a move for sleep medicine’s Match Day.
2021-10-0131 minTalking SleepHow Patient Navigators Can Improve Sleep HealthA clinical sleep health educator can help bridge the gaps between patients and providers, leading to improved diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders and better coordination among the health care team. In today’s episode, we’ll learn about the Certification in Clinical Sleep Health credential with Andrea Ramberg, RPSGT, CCSH, president-elect of the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.
2021-09-1729 minTalking SleepHow Sleep Depth Could Impact CPAP AdherenceThe AASM’s inaugural Change Agents competition brought together teams from all areas of sleep medicine to think about innovative and creative ways to reimagine the diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. In today’s episode, we talk to the leader of the winning team, Dr. Amy Bender, about the proposal, “Let’s Put the Sleep Back into Sleep Medicine,” which recommends measuring sleep depth to predict CPAP adherence and offer more personalized sleep apnea treatment.
2021-09-0328 minTalking SleepTelemedicine Reliability in Screening for Sleep ApneaWith increased use of telemedicine, how reliable are video evaluations for obstructive sleep apnea? Today’s guest, Dr. Michael Yurcheshen, recently published a study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine comparing telemedicine to in-person assessments for sleep-disordered breathing. He discusses his findings, shares tips on how to conduct the best video exam and explores how telemedicine can be leveraged in the future.
2021-08-2030 minTalking SleepUpdates in the Treatment of HypersomniasIn this episode, we review the recently released AASM clinical practice guideline for treatment of central disorders of hypersomnolence. We talk with Dr. Kiran Maski, chair of the AASM task force that developed the guideline, about the data-driven treatment recommendations as well as future research directions, the challenges of diagnosing hypersomnias, and the potential of sleep biomarkers.
2021-08-0631 minTalking SleepDiversity, Equity and Inclusion in Sleep MedicineSleep medicine is a diverse profession, and the AASM strives to be representative and inclusive of all backgrounds and perspectives. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Andrew Spector, chair of the AASM’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, about the Academy’s efforts to identify and eliminate barriers to inclusion, support initiatives for better diversity, and work to reduce health care disparities.
2021-07-2334 minTalking SleepIn Defense of CPAP TreatmentIn this episode, we review the CPAP technology assessment draft report released by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the AASM-led response. Our guest Dr. Susheel Patil highlights key findings of the report, where the Academy and its partners think it falls short, and how it could ultimately move the field forward by setting the stage for future research priorities.
2021-07-0828 minTalking SleepOSA in Children With Down SyndromeObstructive sleep apnea affects 40-50% of children with Down syndrome; however, access to care, diagnosis, and treatment of OSA presents many challenges. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Ignacio Tapia, a pediatric sleep specialist whose research aims to increase access to sleep care for special needs’ patients, leverage home sleep apnea tests and improve PAP adherence through programs benefiting patients and their families.
2021-05-2127 minTalking SleepInnovation in Sleep MedicineImproving health outcomes and health systems requires new ways of thinking. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Azizi Seixas, an assistant professor in the Departments of Population Health and Psychiatry at NYU Langone and chair of the recent AASM Sleep Medicine Disruptors meeting, about leveraging disruption to be more efficient, develop new solutions and better engage with and care for people in our communities.
2021-05-0740 minTalking SleepBeyond the AHIThe apnea-hypopnea index is one of the most debated measures of the severity of obstructive sleep apnea. In this episode, we talk with Drs. Daniel Gottlieb and Douglas Kirsch about a new research statement from the Sleep Research Society that explores the strengths and weaknesses of the AHI and considers other measures to determine OSA risk and treatment options.
2021-04-2333 minTalking SleepArtificial Intelligence in Sleep MedicineFrom AI-assisted scoring to personalized sleep treatments, artificial intelligence has incredible potential in sleep medicine. In this episode, we talk to AASM AI committee members Dr. Anuja Bandyopadhyay and Sam Rusk to learn more about current and future applications of AI, the value to patients, and plans for an AASM certification program to validate and standardize AI scoring software.
2021-04-0826 minTalking SleepUsing Sleep Technology for Sleep EducationConsumer-oriented sleep trackers are increasing in popularity and provide an opportunity to educate users about the importance of healthy sleep, says Dr. Logan Schneider, co-director of the Stanford/VA Alzheimer's Research Center and a tech consultant. In this episode, Dr. Schneider discusses the benefits of sleep tech to consumers and clinicians and his involvement in developing Google’s new sleep tracking device.
2021-03-2530 minTalking SleepUnderstanding the Value of Advanced Practice ProvidersIn this episode of Talking Sleep, we sit down with Loretta Colvin, APRN, to learn more about the role of advanced practice providers in the sleep medicine practice, how APPs collaborate with physicians to provide patient care, and how to incorporate these valuable team members into a practice to expand services and improve access to care.
2021-03-1229 minTalking SleepBehavioral Interventions to Treat InsomniaCognitive behavioral therapy should be the first course of treatment in adults with chronic insomnia, according to a recently published AASM clinical practice guideline. This episode features Dr. Jennifer Martin, a clinical psychologist and co-author of the guideline, discussing the effectiveness of CBT-I, and why both physicians and patients should be aware that it’s an option. She also talks about the challenges of sleep during the pandemic, why melatonin isn’t the answer, and why consumer wearables may do more harm than good.
2021-02-2531 minTalking SleepSleep and ImmunityIn this episode, we explore how sleep modulates the immune system, affecting our ability to ward off infections and develop antibodies. Our guest is Dr. Aric Prather, a clinical health psychologist and associate professor of psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco, who has done extensive research on the relationship between sleep and immunity.
2021-02-1133 min
Conexão Varginha | Rodolfo de Souza | Conteúdos Jornalísticos em ÁudioPandemia de coronavírus e home office: vice-presidente da AASM esclarece dúvidas sobre direitos e deveresDiante do alerta da Organização Internacional do Trabalho (OIT) para os governos redobrarem esforços pela manutenção dos empregos, diante do grande impacto do coronavírus sobre a economia mundial, e após as recentes medidas das empresas e do governo brasileiro, o Bate-Papo Van desta quinta-feira 19 tratou de home office, no Jornal de Vanguarda. O entrevistado foi o vice-presidente da Associação da Advocacia do Sul de Minas (AASM), Adriano Santos Oliveira.
A OIT estima em 25 milhões de desempregados a mais no mundo por conta da crise. Uma das alternativas para prevenir a proliferaç...
2020-03-1909 min
Conexão Varginha | Rodolfo de Souza | Conteúdos Jornalísticos em ÁudioAASM defende resgate da boa imagem de advogados do Sul de Minas após casos de ações predatóriasBatalha. Essa foi a palavra mais utilizada pela Presidente da Associação da Advocacia do Sul de Minas (AASM), Debora Anne Pereira da Silva, uma das fundadoras da entidade, em entrevista ao Jornal de Vanguarda desta sexta-feira 8, sobre a atuação fraudulenta de maus advogados por meio de ações predatórias. A prática estigmatizou particularmente os advogados de Varginha, embora seja comum em todo o Brasil. A AASM lidera um movimento em favor do resgate da credibilidade dos advogados. O programa teve, também, a participação do Presidente da Subseção Varginha da Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil, Al...
2019-11-0815 min