by Dr. Doug | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Primary care providers are often on the front lines of addressing sleep disorders, with approximately 70 million Americans currently struggling with chronic sleep issues. Despite the high demand for sleep care, there are only 7,500 sleep specialists nationwide, and...
by Dr. Doug | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the average person with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) spends $2,105 per year on testing, medical appointments, and treatment devices, after paying for health insurance premiums. For many patients, the...
by Dr. Doug | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) management best left to specialists, or can primary care providers (PCPs) handle it just as effectively? This question was addressed in a study conducted by researchers at Emory University and the University of Miami, published in the...
by Dr. Doug | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Most people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) snore. But it’s not just a little snoring—it’s the kind of snoring that can be heard through closed doors, on another floor of the house, or even in the neighbor’s apartment. When snoring reaches this level, it’s more...
by Dr. Doug | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
It may seem surprising that a doctor can diagnose obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) simply by asking a series of questions rather than relying on a high-tech overnight sleep study. But in healthcare, clinical interviews are often as effective as complex testing methods...
