What is a sleep medicine specialist (somnologist)?

A sleep medicine specialist, also known as a somnologist, is a doctor who diagnoses and treats sleep disorders. Many sleep specialists first train in internal medicine, psychiatry, or neurology before specializing in sleep medicine.

What conditions do somnologists treat?

Sleep specialists treat a variety of conditions, such as:bruxism: the act of grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw during sleephypersomnia: a condition in which you feel excessive sleepinessinsomnia: a sleep disorder where you have a hard time falling and staying asleepnarcolepsy: a condition that causes atypical sleep patterns, including sudden urges to fall asleepnight terrors: the recurrence of disruptive sleep episodes where you may flail, cry out, breath rapidly, and moreobstructive sleep apnea (OSA): a condition in which you momentarily stop breathing while asleepREM sleep behavior disorder: a condition in which you attempt to act out your dreams while asleepsleepwalking (somnambulism): a condition in which you walk or move around while asleepsnoring: the narrowing of airways that can be a sign of restricted breathingThe exact nature of your sleep disorder may depend on some factors, such as:aging: many adults 65 years or older report having some sleep disorderenvironmental conditions: disorders that result from smoking or alcohol usegenetics: sleep disorders such as narcolepsy are geneticmedical conditions: these include asthma and OSApsychiatric conditions: depression and anxiety disorders can disrupt sleep

What procedures do sleep medicine specialists perform?

There are several procedures sleep medicine specialists perform to diagnose and treat sleep disorders, including:blood testscognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomniamedicationsoral appliancessleep logsleep studysurgery

When should I contact a sleep medicine specialist?

You may benefit from speaking with a sleep specialist if you’re not getting enough sleep, have difficulty falling or staying asleep, or feel unrested. Your primary care physician may also refer you to a specialist if they believe specific symptoms result from a sleep disorder.

What can I expect from my sleep medicine specialist appointment?

During your first sleep specialist appointment, your doctor will ask questions to determine the root cause of your sleep problems. Depending on your answers, your sleep specialist may also recommend diagnostic tests or a sleep study. During sleep studies, a technician will monitor your brainwaves, heart rate, eye movement, and more. Your sleep medicine specialist will use the findings from the sleep study to help diagnose your sleep disorder and put together your treatment plan.

What questions should I ask my sleep medicine specialist?

It’s important that you prepare for your appointment with a somnologist. To help you get started, we’ve created a list of good questions to ask your doctor:Do I have a sleep disorder?What may be causing my sleep disorder?Are there any tests you recommend I get?What are the possible risks or complications of my condition?What are my treatment options?Would I benefit from a sleep study?Are there any lifestyle changes I can make that will help?You may use these questions as a starting point, but feel free to add your own. A good practice is to also ask for additional information and take notes during your appointment.

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Dr. Terry Peery, DO

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19 years of experience

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16040 Park Valley Dr Ste 100 Round Rock, TX 78681

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Cardiology

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8.1 mi

11149 Research Blvd Ste 125 Austin, TX 78759

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Dr. Frederick Dixon, MD

Cardiology

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39 years of experience

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2.0 mi

2410 Round Rock Ave Ste 110 Round Rock, TX 78681

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Dr. Daniel Slaughter, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

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28 years of experience

9.0 mi

12221 Renfert Way Ste 110 Austin, TX 78758

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Critical Care Medicine

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35 years of experience

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3.6 mi

302 University Blvd Round Rock, TX 78665

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Sleep Medicine

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21 years of experience

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20.4 mi

1221 W Ben White Blvd Ste 100A Austin, TX 78704

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Critical Care Medicine

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302 University Blvd Round Rock, TX 78665

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Dr. Vani Vallabhaneni, MD

Sleep Medicine

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18 years of experience

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7.7 mi

10601 Pecan Park Blvd Ste 203 Austin, TX 78750

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Dr. Reddiah Mummaneni, MD

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26 years of experience

8.1 mi

1401 Medical Pkwy Bldg B Cedar Park, TX 78613

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Dr. Rajesh Babu, MD

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14 years of experience

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21.4 mi

200 Medical Pkwy Ste 20 Lakeway, TX 78738

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25 years of experience

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6.2 mi

3600 W Parmer Ln Ste 108 Austin, TX 78727

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Dr. Zachary Wassmuth, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

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24 years of experience

6.7 mi

12309 N Mo Pac Expy Ste 100 Austin, TX 78758

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Dr. Ian Alward, MD

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24 years of experience

20.6 mi

2555 Western Trails Blvd Ste 101 Austin, TX 78745

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Dr. James Curlee, DO

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26 years of experience

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3121 NORTHWEST BLVD Georgetown, TX 78628

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Dr. Christopher Darnall, MD

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15 years of experience

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3121 NORTHWEST BLVD Georgetown, TX 78628

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Dr. James Pohl, MD

Pulmonary Disease

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44 years of experience

19.8 mi

801 Ranch Road 620 S Lakeway, TX 78734

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Dr. Robert Morrison, MD

Critical Care Medicine

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35 years of experience

14.7 mi

1301 W 38th St Ste 400 Austin, TX 78705

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Dr. Shantanu Naik, MD

Critical Care Medicine

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22 years of experience

8.5 mi

1401 Medical Pkwy Ste 412 Cedar Park, TX 78613

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Dr. Pamela Howard, MD

Sleep Medicine

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31 years of experience

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2.4 mi

101 W Louis Henna Blvd Ste 300 Austin, TX 78728

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Dr. Scott Franklin, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

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21 years of experience

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5.3 mi

3201 S Austin Ave Ste 370 Georgetown, TX 78626

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Dr. Kent Jones, MD

Sleep Medicine

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34 years of experience

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1.8 mi

940 Hesters Crossing Rd Round Rock, TX 78681

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