When should I visit a doctor for a sleep problem?
It's time to visit a sleep specialist when you have trouble maintaining a normal pattern of sleep and symptoms are interfering with daily activities.

Why do I have to have an office visit before my sleep study?
Our physicians are trained sleep specialists. During your office visit, a physician will perform evaluations of you for one of the over 80 sleep disorders that are currently known. Some sleep disorders may be treated without requiring a sleep study, while others require a sleep study to determine which disorder you may have and its severity. This visit not only insures that we are providing you with the best possible service, but it is also a requirement for the sleep center to meet the high standards of accreditation.

What are some of the consequences of sleep disorders if left untreated?
Anxiety, depression, fatigue, memory loss, hypertension, cardiac disease, stroke, traffic accidents.

What age range of patients do you see?
Usually, we have a lower limit of 13 years old (some exceptions) and no upper limit.

When are the sleep studies conducted?
Sleep studies are conducted Monday-Sunday nights. Patients for overnight studies arrive at the center at 7:30 or 9pm and generally rise by 6am.

What should I bring to my sleep study?
We suggest you pack as if you were visiting a hotel as well as a pillow. Because you will be monitored by a technician, we require patients to wear sleepwear during the study. Night gowns, PJs, sweats, shorts and t-shirts are all allowable for sleepwear.

What if I can't fall asleep?
"There's no way I can fall asleep with all this stuff on me!" The good news is that you do, it just may take you a little longer than normal. If this is a concern, please voice this to our physician during your appointment.

Can I go to the bathroom during my sleep study?
Definitely! Fully equipped, private bathrooms are in each of our rooms.

Can I bring my spouse or loved one to accompany me during the sleep study?
The presence of another person during your sleep study may interfere with the results, so unfortunately no other people are allowed during testing.

Are your services covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies provide coverage for the evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders for adults and children. We suggest that you contact your insurance company for your policy's specific conditions. We would be happy to help you in this process.