SleepWorld Podcast Network

 In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Jasmine Steele, a 43-year-old mother of three, writer, author, U.S. Air Force veteran, and owner of Steele Intentional LLC, a life coaching platform. Jasmine's mission to help others heal and step into their authentic selves began with her own health struggle—a battle with sleep apnea that nearly cost her life. What she thought was a sing...

Parul Yadav, MD, is an OB-GYN who has transitioned into a successful career as a medical writer. After completing her medical training and practicing as an OB-GYN in India, she moved to the United States and completed a residency in OB-GYN at Baystate Medical Center, UMass School of Medicine, affiliated with Tufts University. Her clinical experience, both internationally and in the U.S., has given...

It's Sleep Technologist Appreciation Week 2024 and we have a very special episode for you. It's our very own Emerson Kerr, president of the AAST! Listen as Emerson talks about the recent changes in the AAST and what's in store for the future. You can learn more about Emerson Kerr in our episode    • SleepTech Talk Episode 3 - Introducti...  and more about the AAST at https://www.aas...

In this episode, SleepTech Talk talks to Kim Applegarth of ReactHealth, one of their sponsor partners. Kim talks about the latest mask from ReactHealth, the Rio II Full Face Mask. She also talks about partnering with sleep centers and sleep labs with their new lab mask program. Listen in to learn more. You can also learn more at ReactHealth.com

Welcome to today's episode! Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown returns! She is a triple board-certified pediatric sleep and pulmonary medicine physician known for her expertise in pediatric sleep disorders. As the founder and CEO of RestfulSleepMD and The Restful Sleep Place, Dr. Afolabi-Brown provides holistic and comprehensive sleep care for children and young adults, addressing everything from physic...

Dr. Caissa Troutman, MD is the Physician Founder of WEIGHT reMDy, a Direct Care Wellness practice in central Pennsylvania focusing on Weight Wellness and Midlife Empowerment. As a quadruple board-certified physician (Obesity, Family Medicine, Culinary Medicine, Menopause), she offers a holistic, individualized approach to sustainable weight loss using the 4M Pillar Foundation Plan, integrating nut...

The podcast features Dr. Stacy Becker and guests Dr. Susan Maples and Jean Voss, discussing Jean's role as a health relationship coordinator (HRC) in patient facilitation. They talk about the challenges and opportunities in creating co-referral relationships with healthcare professionals who share their values. Jean's responsibilities include new patient intake, clinical record documenta...

In this episode, Dr. Alison Kole is joined by Dr. Ellen Joseph, a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist specializing in gut-brain interaction at GI Psychology in Virginia. Dr. Joseph earned her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and has trained at numerous academic health centers, including Cooper University Health Care, the University of Texas Health Science Center,...

This podcast features a discussion among a group of healthcare professionals, including orthodontists, prosthodontists, and restorative dentists. They talk about the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in patient care, focusing on topics like treatment planning, Airway awareness, and the impact of oral health on overall wellness. The speakers emphasize the need for communication and team...

The STT Crew talks to Dr Haramandeep Singh and Fatima Denney of iSleep Physicians. This jet-setting duo can be found all over the country at sleep conferences where sleep diagnostics and therapeutics are discussed. They are a literal Who's Who in sleep. They talk to us about diagnosing and treating sleep disorders in all 50 states.  

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sophia Konstantinopoulou, a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist. With training from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and experience as an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Sophia now leads the Pediatric Sleep Service and Aerodigestive Program at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi. She bring...

This podcast features Dr. Zaghi, a Harvard Medical School graduate, discussing the comprehensive treatment of sleep disordered breathing and tongue tie disorders in children and adults. The conversation delves into the importance of evolving medical practices, such as focusing on root causes rather than just treating symptoms with medications. Dr. Zaghi emphasizes the significance of diet, gut hea...

Emma Cooksey is a writer, speaker, and patient advocate. She was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea at the age of 30, after more than a decade of unexplained health issues. In 2020, Emma launched a weekly podcast, “Sleep Apnea Stories” to break down stereotypes of sleep apnea while also raising awareness of symptoms and treatment options. In 2023, Emma released "The 6-Week CPAP Solutions...

Meet Alison Kole, MD, MPH, host of the Sleep is My Waking Passion podcast! It's so cool when we get to talk to another podcaster. Join the STT Crew as we talk to Dr. Kole about her waking passion, approach to sleep disorders, podcast, and other projects.  Dr. Kole is also the founder of ASKtheSleepMD.com, Director, Medical Affairs and Strategy at US HealthConnect, and the Medical Director, Oa...

Lane Rizzardini from Sleep Apnea Leads shares his single most effective strategy for attracting more dental sleep patients.

Lane Rizzardini shares his single most effective strategy for attracting more dental sleep patients.

Somewhere between normal nocturnal breathing and sleep apnea exists a strange entity. This condition, often debated in terms of its mere existence is upper airway resistance syndrome, and knowing about it can be the difference between solving your sleep-related breathing woes and continuing your struggles. In this episode, we will: -define upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS) -review the concep...

Let's meet Cathy Goldstein, MD, as she talks to SleepTech Talk about some exciting new technology in portable sleep studies. Dr. Goldstein was the principal investigator (PI) for the validation study of Huxley Medical's latest FDA-approved portable PSG unit, Sansa. She talks to us about why it's different and how it will help even more patients. Dr. Cathy Goldstein is a Professor of...

The podcast features Dr. Stacy Becker talking with Drs. Rebecca Bockow and Michael Gunson discussing their educational platform and course called Healthy Growth, focusing on healthy facial development in children. They emphasize early intervention and collaboration with various professionals to optimize growth and development. The importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and reframing the conversa...

Nikko Kennedy is a perinatal quantum biology practitioner and certified labor and postpartum doula with a B.S. in Biology and Psychology. She lives in Oregon with her husband and their 4 children. Learn more about her work at nikkokennedy.com and www.brighterdaysdarkernights.com . In this episode, we discuss: 😴  Importance of Circadian Rhythms in Pregnancy and Birth 😴 Nikko's journey: From...

This week, we talked to Kimberly Hutchison, MD, founder and chief medical officer of SomnoSeal.  SomnoSeal is an innovative, patent-pending device that comfortably and effectively eliminates dry mouth and mouth breathing during sleep. Dr. Hutchison is a board-certified neurologist and sleep specialist. She is an associate professor at Oregon Health and Science University and the medical director a...

This week, the SleepTech Talk Team meets with another innovator in the world of sleep health and sleep wellness, Karen Moore of Pad-a-Cheek, https://www.padacheek.com/ . Karen was diagnosed with OSA years ago and wasn't happy with the way her therapy was working, so she did something about it. Listen as Karen went from patient to entrepreneur, ultimately being recommended by one of the larges...

Dr. Sarah Silverman is a Stanford-trained holistic sleep specialist, insomnia expert, and wellness consultant who's passionate about sleep health and wellness. Dr. Sarah uses a personalized, mindfulness-based approach to help improve sleep problems. Notably, she is an expert in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for insomnia (CBTi), the first-line, drug-free approach for adults with chronic insomnia....

 This podcast features Drs. Stacy Becker and Tracey Ngyuen talking with Dr. J, a practicing orthodontist and educator, discussing the importance of early intervention orthopedics and Airway health in orthodontics. The conversation highlights the increasing interest in these areas within the orthodontic community, driven by advancements in technology and a growing awareness of the impact on overall...

 Are you wondering whether your child is experiencing sleep terrors or nightmares? In this video, I'll explain the key differences between these two sleep disorders and offer practical advice on how to manage them. In this video, I cover: 1. The differences between sleep terrors and nightmares 2. When each disorder typically occurs during sleep 3. Behavioral signs and responses 4. How childre...