At the Sleep Disorders Center, physicians diagnose and treat patients with complaints related to sleeping and waking functions. The center is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. We also are the only sleep medicine facility in the region that treats pediatric patients.

Patients usually spend the night in the center and leave in time for work or school the next morning. Rooms are attractively furnished and have private baths. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria for patients who prefer to dine before leaving the hospital.

Testing involves painless, noninvasive electrodes attached to the scalp and skin. These monitor sleep stages, heart rate, respiration, leg and eye movements, and blood oxygen levels.

The most common sleep disturbances include:

• Sleep apnea.
• Insomnia.
• Restless legs syndrome.
• Narcolepsy.
• Parasomnias (night terrors).

Symptoms of sleep problems include:

• Excessive sleepiness in the daytime.
• Falling asleep at inappropriate times.
• Loud or irregular snoring.
• Frequent movements during sleep.
• The need for regular use of sleeping pills.
• Gasping or choking awakenings.
• Nighttime heartburn or regurgitation.
• Frequent urination at night.
• Morning headaches.

The Infirmary West Sleep Disorders Center is located on the second floor of the West Tower near the rear entrance. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Depending on your insurance provider, you may need to be referred by your personal physician or you may refer yourself directly.

Contact us:

For information, call the Sleep Disorders Center at 251-660-5757.