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Dear Members of the American Autonomic Society, We are seeking nominations for new Members of the AAS Board of Directors. The Board of Directors of AAS is responsible for defining the priorities of the society and planning and directing society activities including the annual meeting. The Board meets...

This a reminder to please complete your registration form if you have an interest in joining our AAS Trainee Mentorship Program for the 2025-2026 intake cycle. Link to Program Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/RPSQR9X We ask that all Mentors and Mentees register no later than September 19th, 2025...

Title: The Clinician Program: Advancing Autonomic Medicine Location: Marriott Resort Sand Key Clearwater Beach, FL Date: January 30th, 2026 from 8am to 5pm Description: The Clinician Program is a one-day CME accredited training specially designed to instruct clinicians to properly identify autonomic dysfunction, administer clinical exams, interpret lab...

Please join us on Sept 4th 9-10am PT/10am-11am MT/12-1pm ET for our first autonomic section meeting of 2025. We will be discussing the following items: Abstract submission/course proposals/award applications for upcoming annual meeting Section Spotlight topic ideas Updates on taxonomy code for autonomic medicine Updates on...

The American Autonomic Society invites you to participate in the 2025 Autonomic Challenge. The 8th Ultimate Autonomic Challenge will occur during the 36th International Symposium on the Autonomic Nervous System, organized by the American Autonomic Society, on November 5, 2025, from 11:30 am to 12:00 p.m. A faculty expert panel will host a live...

Trainee: Ryan Miller, PhD Candidate, University of Calgary Question: What is your research on? Answer: The goal of my research is to create novel, non-pharmacological therapies for treating spinal cord injury in the emergency room. Q: How did you get to where you are today? A: After spending time...

Trainee: Rashmin Hira, PhD Candidate, University of Calgary Question: What is your research on? Answer: My research involves the assessment of autonomic nervous system function and non-pharmacological interventions in Long-COVID with characterization of the patient experience. Specifically, my project examines the prevalence of autonomic disorders and similarities/differences...

Each year the AAS brings together a diverse group of clinicians and researchers who are interested in the autonomic nervous system. It offers a valuable opportunity to present new research ideas and share insights. The 36th International Symposium on the Autonomic Nervous System will be held...

Trainee: Shaun Randa, PhD Candidate in Cardiovascular and Respiratory Sciences, University of Calgary Question: What is your research on? Answer: My research investigates potential pathophysiological mechanisms and novel therapeutic management options for patients with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). Specifically, my project examines the role of low...

The AAS brings together individuals from diverse disciplines who share an interest in the structure and function of the autonomic nervous system and the pathology, treatment, and prevention of its disorders. Our Meeting is a unique opportunity for updating and maintaining scientific knowledge through accredited...