FAQs about AACSM

The American Academy of Cardiovascular Sleep Medicine

FAQs

Frequestly Asked Questions

What is the AACSM?

The American Academy of Cardiovascular Sleep Medicine is a not-for-profit professional medical society that is dedicated to furthering the knowledge and awareness of the convergence of cardiology and sleep medicine. The American Academy of Cardiovascular Sleep Medicine is the only medical society merging the fields of cardiology and sleep medicine. The Academy is dedicated to furthering research and education about how cardiology and sleep medicine can work together to provide an innovative and synergistic approach to patient care.

We are an advocate for education, research and communication of the relationship of cardiology and sleep medicine.

How do I join?

To join, please read our Membership Information page and fill out the application to join. After review and receipt of the required membership fee, our staff will contact you to confirm your registration and send you a login to our Members’ Section and Online Education.

What are the Benefits of Membership?

Be part of the only special interest medical group bringing together Cardiology and Sleep Medicine professionals
Gain valuable insight on both cardiovascular diseases and sleep disorders
Get advanced notice of meetings and educational sessions to improve your practice
Network with your peers in both cardiology and sleep medicine
Receive updates on diagnosis and treatment to help your patients
Be part of the future of both Cardiology and Sleep Medicine
Receive discounts on CME/CEU educational offerings

What are the Membership Levels?

Physician CME: $250/year
Dentist ADA-CERP: $250/year
Nurse Practitioner CME: $100/year
Physician Assistant CME $100/year
Sleep Technologist CEU: $100/year
Respiratory Therapist CEU: $100/year
Dental Hygienist/Dental Assistant ADA: $100/year

Who is the Founder of AACSM?

Lee A. Surkin, MD, FACC, FCCP, FASNC, a Yale educated, triple board certified physician with a Masters in Nutrition practices integrative cardiology, sleep medicine and bariatric medicine. He focuses on the best of traditional and modern scientific medicine to help prevent, diagnose and treat heart disease, sleep disorders and obesity. He balances optimal treatment with cost effective care for the best patient outcome. Dr. Surkin is one of a very few number of Board Certified Cardiologists who is also Board Certified in Sleep Medicine in the United States. Dr. Surkin has been bringing new and innovative approaches to treating his patients for over 16 years.

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