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It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear colleague, mentor, and friend, Alan Hickey, on January 10, 2025.
Alan joined the American Sleep & Breathing Academy (ASBA) over a decade ago and quickly became an indispensable leader in our organization, serving as Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief of Sleep & Wellness magazine. His tireless dedication, innovative vision, and commitment to advancing dental sleep medicine left an indelible mark on the field and on all of us fortunate enough to know and work alongside him.
Alan’s contributions to the medical publishing world were equally remarkable. Prior to his tenure at ASBA, he served as Publisher for esteemed journals including Sleep Diagnosis and Therapy, the International Journal of Anesthesiology, CHEST India Edition, CHEST Brazil Edition, Pediatrics Russia Edition, and Pediatrics India Edition.
In addition to his contributions to healthcare, Alan was a visionary entrepreneur. As the founder of Arrow, a software company developing gaming and business applications, he applied his ingenuity to a variety of fields. This included the creation of the ASBA app, a tool that has become central to our mission of education and innovation.
Alan also took on the responsibility of principal event planner for the ASBA. These responsibilities included negotiating conference venues, contracting, securing World class speakers, ordering food and beverage CE’s and hotel rooms for the attendees. He became well versed as being an Event planner out of necessity and everyone who attended an ASBA function, which ranged from the annual conference, Diplomat review, exam session, or most recently the revival of the ASBA Study Club has benefited from his contribution.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Alan was deeply loved as a husband, father, son, and friend. He embodied kindness, generosity, and integrity in every aspect of his life. To those who knew him personally, he was a steadfast source of support, always offering a listening ear, wise advice, and unwavering encouragement. His warmth and humor made him not just a colleague, but a part of our extended family.
Our hearts go out to Elaine and the entire Hickey family during this incredibly difficult time. Alan’s legacy is one of excellence, compassion, and lasting impact, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him.
With heartfelt sympathy,
David Gergen
Chief Executive Officer, ASBA
Chief Executive Officer, Pro Player Health Alliance
Dr. R.M. Ferrate, MD
President, ASBA
Dr. Eugene Azuma
Executive Board member, ASBA
Mallory Love
Event coordinator, ASBA