AOCOPM 2023 Midyear Educational Conference-259668

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The 2023 AOCOPM Midyear Educational Conference in Kansas City focused on sleep and related disorders. Led by H.S. Teitelbaum, the conference highlighted key insights on sleep medicine standards, disorders, and treatments. No conflicts of interest were declared by the presenter. Notably, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine updated its standards to include all advanced practice providers in July 2022, ensuring a broader range of healthcare providers are recognized for accreditation purposes.<br /><br />The prevalence of sleep disorders is significant, with the CDC indicating that a third of U.S. adults do not get the recommended amount of sleep, increasing their risk for various chronic conditions. The conference explored the classification of 80 sleep disorders, identified in the International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD-3), and discussed the critical sleep stages: REM and non-REM, each playing vital roles in overall health.<br /><br />Prominent sleep disorders covered included insomnia, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome (RLS), and sleep apnea. Insomnia, a common condition, can severely affect quality of life and is influenced by numerous factors such as lifestyle, environment, and mental health conditions.<br /><br />Various treatments and management strategies were discussed. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) was highlighted as an effective non-pharmacological treatment. Medication options, such as sedative-hypnotics, are recommended with caution and only for short-term use. Lifestyle adjustments, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing caffeine intake, and ensuring a conducive sleep environment, were recommended for better sleep hygiene. For conditions like RLS, lifestyle changes and specific medications, including dopamine agonists, were suggested, emphasizing the importance of personalized treatment plans based on thorough patient evaluation.<br /><br />Overall, the conference underscored the complexity of sleep disorders and the necessity for tailored approaches to treatment and management.

Keywords

AOCOPM Midyear Educational Conference

sleep disorders

H.S. Teitelbaum

American Academy of Sleep Medicine

ICSD-3

insomnia

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

sedative-hypnotics

restless legs syndrome

personalized treatment plans