"Primary care folks are starting to screen for sleep disorders in their practices" (:56)
Most patients who visit a sleep specialist are referred by their regular physicians, says David Schulman, MD.
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Be a Better Patient
Write down this info for your doctor
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Where to Start
Your primary care doctor can help
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Doug's Sleep Study
"It showed me when I stopped breathing"
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What Doctors Should Ask
Don't be shy about your sleep issues
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Share Your Thoughts
Does your doctor discuss sleep issues?
As the field of sleep medicine grows, doctors are becoming more familiar with the importance of sleep and the signs of possible disorders. David Schulman, MD, director of the Emory Sleep Disorders Laboratory in Atlanta, suggests visiting your primary care physician first, if you suspect a problem. He or she can help you make the decision whether to see a sleep specialist, have a sleep study done, or try at-home techniques for better sleep.
Be a Better PatientWrite down this info for your doctor
Where to StartYour primary care doctor can help
Doug's Sleep Study"It showed me when I stopped breathing"
What Doctors Should AskDon't be shy about your sleep issues