2025 Award Winners
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award
David John Leszczyszyn, MD, PhD
Sleep Technologist Award
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award
Julie Lucas, RPSGT
2025 scholarship recipients
Spencer A. Nielson, M.S.
Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University
Research Scholar, National Sleep Foundation
Aaron Tucker, BA
Student Research Fellow
Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
Awards and Scholarship Opportunities
J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award Recognition
The VASM pleased to continue the J. Catesby Ware, PhD Award Recognition which recognizes a VASM members’ exemplary commitment to advancing the fields of sleep research and sleep medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
VASM Technologist Award Recognition
The VASM is pleased to continue the VASM Technologist Award Recognition. The purpose of this award is to distinguish and recognize a VASM technologist for their exemplary service and contribution to the polysomnographic profession.
Michael O'Neill McMunn, DDS Distinguished Service Award
In memory of Dr. McMunn for his lifelong commitment to the dental sleep medicine community, and his dedication to the VADSM & VASM annual conference.
Katherine Florio Vorona Scholarship Program
The Katherine Florio Vorona Scholarship Program is available for those with special interest in the study and advancement of sleep medicine and understanding its impact on our community and our state. This opportunity will be available on a competitive basis to high school students, undergraduate and graduate student(s) (including medical/ dental resident(s)) interested in the study and advancement of sleep medicine.
The Scholarship will include:
- Free registration to the Virginia Academy of Sleep Medicine’s Annual Conference
- A free year of VASM membership
- Up to $1,000 USD in reimbursement for reasonable related costs to attend the meeting - including your stay at the Short Pump Hilton, meals, mileage, etc.
- $200 prize awarded to the recipient
- Networking opportunities with leaders in the field of sleep medicine