Sleep is an integral element for a happy, healthy life. However, sleep is often overlooked in our tech driven world. It seems like there is never enough time in the day or we just never have the energy we need to get everything accomplished. Southeastern Sleep Center is designed to assist our physicians by providing diagnostic testing related to sleep disorders. By properly diagnosing sleep related issues patients have reported improved health and a more active lifestyle.

Sleep Disorders ⁱ

Seventy million people suffer from chronic, severe sleep disorders in the United States alone. That means nearly one of every four Americans has a sleep problem. If you have any issues related to sleep whether due to non-restorative sleep, sleeping too much, excessive daytime sleepiness (falling asleep at inappropriate times), difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, or abnormal behaviors associated with sleep, it could be a sign that you have a sleep disorder.

Treatment Options

The key to successfully treating a sleep disorder is an accurate diagnosis. There are over 100 different sleep disorders, and each of those has a different treatment approach. For some disorders, there are several choices available, so it is important you discuss the options with your physician and develop a treatment plan.

Some common sleep disorders include:

• Snoring and Sleep Related Breathing Disorders (commonly known as Sleep Apnea)
• Insomnia
• Circadian Rhythm Disorders (for shift workers)
• Restless Leg Syndrome/Periodic Limb Movement Syndrome
• Narcolepsy/Other Hyperinsomnias (Excessive Sleep)
• Nighttime Sleep Behaviors/Parasomnia (Nightmares, Sleep Walking, Bed Wetting)

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Larrisa Lim, MD	Medical School University of Florida, Florida Residency Internal Medicine, University of Florida, Florida Board Certification American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty in Sleep Medicine National Board of Medical Examiners
Galina Bogorodskaya, MD	Medical School Leningrad Pediatric Medical Institute, Russia Residency Neurology, University of Florida, Florida Internal Medicine, University of Louisville, Kentucky Board Certification American Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty in Sleep Medicine Languages Spoken other than English Russian
Anthony Ackerman, MD	Medical School Michigan State University, Michigan Residency Neurology, University of Iowa, Iowa Fellowship Sleep Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa Certification & Training Ph.D. Zoology, Michigan State University, Michigan Board Certification American Board of Internal Medicine with a subspecialty in Sleep Medicine
Kraiyuth Vongxaiburana, MD	Medical School West Virginia University, West Virginia Internship Internal Medicine, West Viriginia Univeristy, West Virginia Residency Neurology, University of Florida, Florida Fellowship Clinical Neurophysiology with Emphasis in EMG, University of Florida, Florida Board Certification American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with a subspecialty of Clinical Neurophysiology

What should I bring?

• Please bring and wear a two-piece pajama set during your stay at the Sleep Center. You will have equipment and sensors attached to your body; this will make it easier when your tech sets you up for your study. Of course, nudity is not permitted.
• Please leave all valuables at home.
• You may bring something to read or even your favorite DVD movie to watch prior to bedtime.
• Limited family members (1-2) are welcome to accompany you until your bedtime (Recliners are available for special circumstances).
• Please bring personal toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, comb/brush, shampoo, etc.) as well as a change of clean clothes for the next day. Southeastern Sleep Center provides towels and bedding (but not toiletries). A shower/master bath is also provided for your comfort.
• Please feel free to bring a special pillow, stuffed animal, or white noise device if desired.
• Please do not bring animals, unless it is medically authorized such as service pets, etc.
• Please bring a list of your current medications that you are taking, as well as any medications that you may take in the evening. We ask that you bring only what is needed for one night's stay. Remember: Southeastern Sleep Center does not dispense medications.
• Please remember to bring your id, insurance card and your copayment. More than likely, you will already know the portion that is expected.

Are meals provided?

Southeastern Sleep Center is an outpatient facility. Meals are not provided. Please be sure to eat dinner prior to arrival. If you choose, feel free to bring your meal with you to the lab. Sometimes, it is important to simulate the same sleep habits you have at home. Please be advised that some food deliveries are acceptable at the Sleep Lab; ask your Sleep Tech for assistance on this matter.

What happens when you arrive?

A Sleep Technologist will greet you around 7:45 pm in the waiting area of the Sleep Center and will show you to your room. If you need to cancel your overnight, sleep appointment, we ask that you give 24 hours notice. Please call (352) 224-2338 if you need to reschedule. Once you are settled, there will be some paperwork to complete.

You will then be asked to change into your bedclothes and your technologist will apply electrodes and sensors throughout different parts of your body. This is a good time to ask any questions that you may have.

What happens during the sleep study?

You may go to sleep at your normal bedtime within the guidelines of the type of study you are having. During the sleep study, your sleep patterns will be observed, and a polysomnographic technologist will be available to assist you as needed during the entire recording process.

What will happen in the morning?

Most patients are woken up 6 a.m., unless a later or earlier wake up time is required. Once all of your equipment is removed, we recommend taking a shower to remove any of the colloidal materials from your body that are used to make sure the equipment sticks. Feel free to go about your usual normal routine as you would at home. Some patients come spend the night at the Sleep Center and then go about their usual day after the study.

What is the purpose of being hooked up to all of these devices?

Interrupted sleep affects many daytime activities and may pinpoint some medical problems which may pose a risk to your basic health. Sleep studies are performed to obtain objective information about the quality of your sleep to best define your sleep problem.

Will I sleep hooked up to all of these machines?

Believe it or not, most of our patients report sleeping well. Sensors are positioned in areas which allow you to turn and move as you normally would during sleep. Most people aren't even aware they are wearing the recording devices once they get settled in. The Sleep Center team makes the environment as comfortable as possible. Please remember that your sleep study does not measure your performance as a "sleeper", but rather a recording of your true sleep patterns.

Southeastern Sleep Center
4881 NW 8th Avenue, Suite 2
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 224-2338

DIRECTIONS TO OUR OFFICE

From I-75, go east on Newberry Road approximately one mile. Turn left on NW 8th Avenue and stay in the right lane when turning. 4881 NW 8th Avenue is on the right; you will see a sign that says "The 4881 Building."
Southeastern Sleep Center is located in suite 2.


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