An individual with sleep apnea experiences breathing that stops and starts during the sleep cycle. The two main types of sleep apnea are central sleep apnea, when the brain isn’t sending the right signals to the muscles that control breathing, and obstructive sleep apnea, when the throat muscles relax.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Sleep Disorders Clinic
Part of the Department of Neurology, this sleep center provides care from a sleep doctor for conditions such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, circadian…
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
A program within the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery providing oral surgery and jaw surgery for conditions affecting the head, neck, face, and jaw, including trauma, …
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Ear, Nose, and Throat (Otolaryngology)
A department providing ear, nose, and throat care, including diagnosis and treatment for hearing loss, sinus problems, allergies, and voice and swallowing disorders using advanced…
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Neurology
A department providing specialized evaluation and treatment for a wide range of brain and nerve conditions, including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, headaches, memory loss…
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation
A program within the Department of Pulmonology providing pulmonary rehab to help patients with lung conditions improve breathing through exercise, education, and support to manage…
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Pulmonology
A department providing respiratory and lung medicine, including diagnosis and treatment for asthma, allergies, COPD, and other breathing conditions, with ongoing care to support l…
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Program
A program within the Department of Pulmonology providing diagnosis and treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including helping patients recognize COPD symptoms and …