I made a point of introducing myself to the president of the organizing committee and letting him know that we are interested in participating... perhaps bringing together representatives from other sleep apnea patient organizations from that part of the world to talk about working together on issues of common interest.
I got something of a confused looked, but he appreciated receiving my card and said we'll be in touch.

After dinner, Colin took a few minutes and gave a brief interview (about eight minutes) about what he is working on now.
Conference was a success for me on a number of levels. Professionally, it was an opportunity for me to listen, learn and discuss sleep apnea intensively and to realize I get it... to some larger extent (no, I am not ready for the test). Organizationally, the ASAA was present and visible on the world stage, copies of our newsletter with the profile of Colin was distributed to every attendee. We were mentioned in several talks. Personally, it was success in that I had the opportunity to meet and get to know a truly great human being - someone worthy any and all accolades humanity has to bestow on one of it own: Colin Sullivan.
Next - The first National Patient Sleep Conference - Bloomington, Minnesota
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