Associated Professional Sleep Societies, LLC

American Academy of Sleep Medicine is a professional organization offering medical care to patients with sleep disorders. The academy is involved in the advancement of sleep research, and public and professional education through a variety of programs. AASM is engaged in educating medical practitioners, potential patients and the public about the relationship between sleep-related disorders and the general well-being of a person. The membership in the AASM is available in two forms, center and laboratory membership, and individual membership. The center and laboratory membership is available to all AASM-accredited sleep disorder facilities. Its members enjoy a variety of benefits, including a listing as an accredited member center on the AASM Web site. Individual membership is intended for clinicians involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with disorders of sleep and alertness, scientists involved in basic research in sleep mechanisms and illnesses, and other professionals who want to learn more about sleep disorders medicine. AASM has headquarters in Westchester, Ill.

The American Academy of Dermatology, located in Schaumburg, Ill., offers a wide range of dermatological treatments and related services. It conducts diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair and nails. The center also conducts clinical practice and research work in the area of dermatology. The American Academy of Dermatology is an association with a membership of more than 15,000 physicians worldwide. The center organizes a variety of educational programs and events, including general sessions, workshops, exhibitions, courses in basic science and seminars on dermatology. Its video programs provide information about diagnosis and treatment of dermatological disorders. The center operates an institute for the identification of educational needs of individuals, evaluation of existing and new programs, planning, development and production of programs, and monitoring, distribution and utilization of educational materials.

The American Association of Medical Assistants, established in 1956, is a nonprofit organization that enables medical assisting professionals to enhance and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and professionalism required by employers and patients. The association promotes effective, efficient health care delivery through optimal use of multi-skilled certified medical assistants. In cooperation with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, the American Association of Medical Assistants Endowment facilitates accreditation of medical assisting programs established at the post-secondary level. AAMAE is a curriculum review board for the association.The association awards scholarships to students in medical assisting education programs and provides discounts to members on workshop and seminar fees, self-study courses, credit cards, loans and conventions. The American Association of Medical Assistants has headquarters in Chicago.