Interview with SES President Dr. Milagros Merino Andreu on Sleep Europe 2024
Dr. Milagros Merino Andreu
President of the Spanish Sleep Society
Dr. Milagros Merino Andreu, president of the Spanish Sleep Society, is a leading expert in sleep medicine with over 20 years of experience. She champions research, professional development, and patient care in Spain and beyond. Excited to host Sleep Europe 2024 in Seville, she invites all to join the scientific discourse and cultural experience.
High expectations for Sleep Europe 2024 in Seville, Spain
Dr. Milagros Merino Andreu discusses the upcoming Sleep Europe 2024 congress hosted by the Spanish Sleep Society in Seville, Spain. With over 20 years of experience in sleep medicine, Dr. Merino Andreu is a renowned expert in this field. The interview highlights the alignment of Sleep Europe 2024 with the objectives of the Spanish Sleep Society and the European Research Society in advancing the practice and knowledge of sleep medicine. Both societies aim to deepen understanding, disseminate information, and provide professional development opportunities for members.
Dr. Merino Andreu emphasizes the potential impact of the congress on the growth and development of sleep medicine in Spain and the Spanish-speaking world, including increased awareness, media coverage, and support from health authorities. The event is expected to attract young researchers and professionals, facilitating knowledge exchange and networking opportunities.
Dr. Merino Andreu also discusses the support provided by Sleep Europe and the Spanish Sleep Society for the professional development of early-career professionals through affordable participation fees, speaking opportunities, and awards. She also welcomes the addition of a paediatric track within the European Sleep Research Society, highlighting the importance of addressing paediatric sleep medicine and its impact on adult sleep disorders.
In conclusion, Dr. Merino Andreu expresses her enthusiasm for hosting the congress in Seville and invites participants to enjoy the scientific exchange and the cultural experience the city offers in September.
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Recent publications from ESRSÂ members
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- Kondo et al. (2024). Sleep patterns in Metropolitan and Regional areas in Japan: Before and during COVID-19 social restrictions. Chronobiol Int.
- Suzgun et al. (2024). Analysis of Large Muscle Movements in the Diagnosis of Possible Restless Sleep Disorder in Adult Population. Sleep.