Become an AASM Fellow
Be recognized for your contributions to sleep medicine
AASM Fellow status recognizes members who have made significant contributions to sleep medicine through scholarship, service and education.
2027 applications: October 14 – December 1
Over 2,000 members and counting have attained this distinction. Join them!
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for AASM Fellow status, you must:
Membership
Have been an AASM Full or Team member for the last five consecutive years.
Contributions
Demonstrate significant contributions to sleep medicine in at least two of three areas: Scholarship, Service or Education.
Letters of recommendation/support
Submit two letters:
- One letter from an AASM Fellow or someone board certified in sleep medicine who can describe your achievements in at least two contribution areas. The letter cannot be written by a current AASM board member.
- One letter from an independent medical professional outside your group or department. The letter cannot be written by an immediate family member, subordinate or current AASM board member.
Supporting documents
Submit your CV and documentation of certification, if applicable.
Not sure about your membership history?
Contact fellowmembership@aasm.org for help confirming your five consecutive years of membership.
2027 Application Timeline
Applications Open for 2027: October 14 – December 1 (Membership must be renewed prior to applying)
Results Shared with Applicants: March 2027
New Fellow Ceremony: AASM Membership Meeting at SLEEP (June 2027)
Prepare your application
Sample Fellow Application
See what to expect before you get started.
CV Resources
Get tips for organizing your experience and accomplishments.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) Template [UMass Medical School]
- Creating a standout CV [American Medical Association]
How to Become an AASM Fellow
Watch the webinar for an overview of the application process and timeline.
FAQs
- Do I need to be board certified in sleep medicine to qualify?
- No, Board certification is not a requirement.
- How do I confirm my membership history?
- Contact fellowmembership@aasm.org for assistance
- How do I find someone to help write a letter of recommendation?
- Search the AASM membership directory.
- May I reapply if I am not accepted as a Fellow this year?
- While most applicants have many outstanding accomplishments, some may fall short of describing the significant achievements for the contribution areas. We encourage members to reapply when they have met the requirements.
Approval Process
The Fellow Applicant Review Committee will review and score each applicant carefully considering all items provided under scholarship, service and or education.
Each category is rated on a scale of 0-3; the lowest “0” for items that do not qualify and the highest “3” for items that show significant effort level and impact to the sleep field.
Following this review process, the panel will submit its recommendations of the approved applicants to the AASM Executive Committee. All applicants will receive a notification letter by email in Mid-March.
What is the AASM Fellow Applicant Review Committee?
The AASM Fellow Applicant Review Committee was formed to assist in evaluating fellow applications on an annual basis and submitting their recommendations to the board of directors for final approval.