SleepTech Talk
SleepTech Talk is a podcast dedicated to the field of sleep technology. Each episode explores the latest advancements in sleep science and the technology designed to improve sleep quality. Listeners get practical tips and advice for optimizing their sleep and overall health. The show also highlights innovations shaping the future of sleep tracking and treatment. It is aimed at anyone curious about how science and tech can help them rest better.
Episodes
How to Become a Sleep Technologist
What exactly does a sleep technologist do? And how does someone build a career in the world of polysomnography?On this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Khem Ballaho, MBA, RPSGT, to talk about his personal journey into the sleep field—and his mission to make sleep technology easier for others to understand.Khem shares his journey from moving to the United States and beginning his career
New HST Codes; What YOU Need to Know
This episode breaks down the upcoming sleep testing code changes and why they matter for sleep labs, physicians, technologists, vendors, and health systems. The STT Crew discuss how the new structure changes home testing, professional review, reimbursement, and patient triage.They also explain why so many people in sleep care still do not realize these changes are coming, and what teams should be
What Happened at SLEEP 2026?
This episode looks back at APSS Sleep 2026 with Dr. Gerald George Mannikarote, Emerson Kerr, and Robert Miller. The conversation focuses on how the conference reflected a shift in sleep medicine toward more options, more pharmaceutical involvement, and a stronger need for technologists to stay grounded in fundamentals.We discuss why the live conference experience still matters, how AI and automati
Pornography Addiction, Sleep, and Recovery
Sleep Is the Missing Piece of Recovery? | Nurse Sarah Jeffries on Sleep, Addiction & HealingWhat if sleep is one of the most important—and most overlooked—parts of recovery?On this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Sarah Jeffries, RN, BSN, MSN, an ER nurse, nurse educator, and sleep health advocate, for a wide-ranging conversation about why sleep needs to be treated as an essential p
The Truth About Daylight Saving Time
Twice every year, Americans change their clocks—but should we?Should the United States eliminate Daylight Saving Time? More importantly, if we do, should we adopt permanent Daylight Saving Time or permanent Standard Time?As Congress debates the Sunshine Protection Act, Karin Johnson, MD discusses the health, safety, and productivity implications of our current system, the scientific evidence behin
Sleep Apnea and Surgery with Dr Madan Kandula
What if the best Sleep Apnea ENT solution isn’t surgery?In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Madan Kandula, MD, board-certified ENT, founder and CEO of ADVENT, to explore a different approach to treating obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, breathing problems, and other ENT-related conditions.Dr. Kandula challenges the idea that seeing a surgeon must lead to surgery. Instead, the conve
CPAP vs Oral Appliance Therapy: Which Sleep Apnea Treatment Is Right for You?
What if CPAP isn't the only option for treating obstructive sleep apnea?In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Eric Mongeau, Chief Commercial Officer at Daybreak, to discuss the growing role of oral appliance therapy in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).While CPAP remains the gold standard treatment for OSA, many patients are surprised to learn that oral appliance the
CPAP Alternative? Can a Mouthpiece Treat Sleep Apnea? The Truth About Oral Appliance Therapy
Sleep apnea treatment isn't one-size-fits-all—and CPAP isn't the only option.In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Dr. Suzanne Thai, DDS, TEDx speaker, dental sleep medicine specialist, and one of the leading voices in dental sleep medicine on social media. Dr. Thai shares how oral appliance therapy is helping patients find effective treatment for sleep apnea and why collabor
Lessons from Sleep Experts
Lessons from Sleep Experts: What We Learned From Our Biggest SleepTech Talk EpisodesIn this special host-only episode of SleepTech Talk, we take a step back to reflect on some of our biggest conversations, most impactful guests, and the incredible response from listeners across the sleep medicine community. From episodes that reached hundreds of thousands of views to conversations that challenged
How Do You Build a Successful Sleep Business?
From Snowboarding Trip to Nationwide Sleep Business | Bretton Lane on Building Patient-First Sleep CareHow does a snowboarding trip turn into building a nationwide sleep business?In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Bretton Beine Lane, President of BetterNight, to unpack her unconventional journey from the slopes to scaling one of the country’s leading sleep care organizations.With
Sleep Apnea, GLP-1 Medications & Weight Loss
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Dr. Muhammad Usama, MD, FACP, DiplABOM, a triple board-certified physician in sleep medicine and obesity medicine, to explore one of the most important shifts in healthcare today.As GLP-1 medications continue to transform the obesity landscape, what does that mean for patients with sleep apnea?Dr. Usama breaks down the clinical connection between
Women and Sleep Apnea
New Episode Alert!What happens when sleep health meets social media influence?In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Lindsay McFarland—better known as @yoursleepbff—to explore how she built a powerful platform educating thousands about sleep apnea, with a special focus on women.Sleep apnea is often underdiagnosed in women, and Lindsay is working to change that narrative—one post at a
Sleep and Heart Health: What You Need to Know
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we explore the critical connection between sleep and heart health with Ami Bhatt, Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology and Chair of the inaugural Digital Health Advisory Committee of the FDA.Sleep and cardiovascular health are deeply interconnected, yet often overlooked. Dr. Bhatt breaks down how sleep impacts heart health — and what pat
What Is Sleep Anxiety? How to Stop Overthinking Sleep
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why can’t I sleep?”In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we explore the growing problem of sleep anxiety and how it can prevent people from getting the rest they need.Our guest is Janet Kennedy, PhD, a clinical psychologist and sleep specialist known as the “NYC Sleep Doctor.” She specializes in helping people overcome insomnia, sleep anxiety, and poor sleep habits thro
SleepTech Talk Awards 2025 | Recognizing Excellence in Sleep Science, AI, and Sleep Medicine
Welcome to the SleepTech Talk Awards 2025, where we honor the leaders, innovators, and change-makers shaping the future of sleep medicine, sleep technology, and sleep science.In this special solo episode, we announce and discuss the winners across five prestigious categories recognizing excellence in clinical care, research, technology, and public education.These individuals and organizations repr
Better Sleep or Just Hype?
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we’re joined by TV personality and sleep expert Dr. Raj Dasgupta to discuss the latest updates in sleep medicine and sleep apnea care.Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM is a board certified, pulmonary, critical care, internal medicine and sleep specialist known for his appearances on “The Doctors” and “Chasing the Cure.” He brings a unique perspective that b
How to Build Better Sleep Habits in the New Year (and Improve PAP Adherence)
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we’re joined by Aubrey Sawyer, President and Co-Founder, and Michelle Alencar, PhD, Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of inHealth and CoachLinq, to discuss how developing better habits—especially in the new year—can transform sleep outcomes and improve adherence to PAP therapy.We dive into why PAP adherence is one of the biggest challenges in sleep medicine, a
How to Choose a CPAP and Mask: New Innovations from React Health
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with leaders from React Health to discuss how CPAPs and masks are evolving to improve comfort, safety, and long-term patient success.Joining us are:Colleen Lance, MD, Chief Medical Officer, React HealthBill Shoop, Chief Executive Officer, React HealthWe explore React Health’s newest CPAP devices — including foam-free designs and some of the quietest m
The Future of Sleep Apnea Care: Patient-Centered Diagnosis & Therapy
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we explore how patient involvement is reshaping the diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).Our guest, Chris Gouveia, MD, is a sleep apnea surgeon and otolaryngologist with training at NIH, Northwestern, and Stanford, currently practicing at Kaiser Permanente.Dr. Gouveia shares why involving patients more deeply in their diagnosis and therapy lea
Meet the Sleep Bros: How 4 Sleep Physicians Are Pushing Sleep Medicine Forward
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we introduce the SleepBros — a group of four forward-thinking sleep physicians who are redefining collaboration in sleep medicine.Joining us are:Vikas Jain, MD, FAASM, FAAFP, CPEJeremy McConnell, MD, MFOMA, Dipl. ABOMEdward Mezerhane, MD, FAASM, FACP, DABOM, CPIAsim Roy, MD, Dipl. ABPB (Sleep Medicine), Dipl. ABPB (Neurology)Together, the Sleep Bros share how ope
Struggling with Central Sleep Apnea? TPNS May Be the Answer
This special episode is brought to you by Zoll RespicardiaIn this episode of SleepTech Talk, we explore the newest breakthroughs in treating Central Sleep Apnea (CSA).Our guest, Timothy Morgenthaler, MD, Professor and Vice Chair, Quality and Affordability at the Mayo Clinic, and past President of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), helps explain the updated AASM treatment guidelines and
Struggling With Sleep? How AI Uses Your Sleep Data to Help
New episode alert! Episode 111!In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Mikael Kågebäck, PhD, Chief Technology Officer at Sleep Cycle, to explore how AI and real-time sleep data are reshaping the way people understand and improve their sleep.With millions of users generating sleep insights daily, Sleep Cycle is one of the world’s largest continuous sleep datasets. Mikael explains:How AI
Struggling With CPAP? AI Could Be the Answer
Struggling With CPAP? AI Could Be the AnswerIn this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Morgan Moncada to discuss how AI technology is transforming CPAP therapy adherence.Topics covered include:How AI can supplement human involvement to help patients successfully use CPAPThe technology behind Neru Health and its AI-driven solutionInsights on improving patient outcomes with digital toolsCat
How to Improve Your Sleep
Are you sleeping enough?Are you sleeping too much?Is your sleep quality good enough?In this episode, the STT Crew talk with Colin Lawlor with Sleep.ai, the AI driven tool that takes billions of real-world sleep data points into AI-driven health insights that help partners deliver personalized, science-backed sleep solutions. Learn how Sleep.ai is helping people improve their sleep.You can learn mo
Is My CPAP Helping Me?
Is my CPAP helping me?Have you wondered if your OSA therapy really working for you? Is that CPAP really helping your OSA? What about if you are using an oral appliance? What about an implant?What about nasal strips?!In this episode, the STT Crew talk to Doug Kirsch, MD about the patient reported outcome tool recently released by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).Dr Kirsch is with Atriu
Do I Have Sleep Apnea?
Do I have sleep apnea?Episode 107Have you been told that you snore loudly? Have you been told that you stop breathing while you are asleep? Do you feel very tired during the day even though you may have slept the entire night? Well, you just may have obstructive sleep apnea and Dr Douglas Krohn of Konk Sleep says he can help you get diagnosed and treated quickly and easily, all online!Doug Krohn,
What are night terrors?
What are night terrors?Have you ever wondered about night terrors or nightmares? Well, that’s what got a lawyer into the sleep health and wellness industry. Meet Andrew Colsky, JD , The Sleep Science Guy!Andrew is the host of the Sleep Science Today Podcast and the founder of National Sleep Center. He is a licensed counselor, helping patients with nightmare disorders and other sleep issues. Listen
Can't Sleep with CPAP?
Can’t sleep with CPAP?Episode 105!Are you struggling with CPAP? Is CPAP not for you? This week the STT Crew talks with Andrew Vickery and Wesley Lones of Daybreak. Daybreak is a sleep apnea solution company that provides an alternative to CPAP for those that can’t use CPAP.Listen in as Wesley and Andrew talk to us about their entry into the world of sleep and their personal missions to bring thera
How to Get a Sleep Study
This week the STT Crew talks with Dr Daniel Rifkin, MD MPH, CEO of Ognomy Inc. Dr Rifkin talks about bridging the gap between diagnosing sleep apnea and treatment for the same. He started Ognomy Inc in New York, grew regionally, and is now all across the United States of America. He and his group is now looking to provide care for patients all across the world.Listen in as Dr Rifkin talks about t
What is Sleep Divorce?
Do you need a SLEEP DIVORCE?This week the STT Crew talks with 2 time TEDx Speaker, author, Adjunct Professor, sleep scientist, and clinical psychologist, Wend Troxel, PhD.Wendy M. Troxel, PhD is an internationally recognized sleep expert. She is a Senior Behavioral and Social Scientist at the RAND Corporation and holds adjunct faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of
What happened at SLEEP2025? AI, Meds, and New CPAP therapies!
What happened at SLEEP2025? AI, Meds, and New CPAP therapies! This week the SleepTech Talk crew discusses the big sleep conference, SLEEP 2025. We were lucky enough to meet up once again at this conference and there was a lot to take in... and there's a lot to talk about! Tune in as we discuss our take aways from the show.A huge thanks to our sponsors:Medbridge Healthcare: For Job Opportunities wi
How to Make CPAP More Comfortable
What if you could have a CPAP mask that was made exactly for you? That’s what Vayu Sleep has set out to do. In this episode, the STT Crew talks to David Walton, CEO and Co founder of Vayu Sleep, about his journey into sleep medicine and mask design. Listen as David discusses the step by step process one can get a mask made to fit for them. The process leverages AI and the latest technology to make
Hacks for Better Sleep!
How do you get the best sleep of your life?You talk to THE Sleep Doctor, of course!It’s episode 100, folks! Thank you so much for making us the most popular sleep technology podcast out there!To celebrate this milestone, we talk to The Sleep Doctor himself, Dr Michael Breus!Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is both a double boarded Clinical Psychologist and a Clinical Sleep Specialist. He has the distincti
How to build a successful healthcare business
How do you build a successful healthcare business?This week, the STT Crew is moving in a slightly different direction. We talk to Zach Gantt, CEO of Encore Healthcare, about his journey in the the respiratory and acute care space. We dive into how he was literally born into the healthcare world and learned from the beginning. We also talk about how he started his own company, Encore Healthcare.Lea
What Could Be Better Than CPAP?
What’s better than the current CPAP? Well, let’s talk to a couple of really smart guys about why we’ve been doing it backwards for 35 years!The STT Crew talk to Peter Gay, MD and David White, MD, from the Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School respectively, about Kairos PAP (KPAP), its current developments, and what’s next.They will be having a webinar on May 12, 2025 along with Bill Noah, MD disc
What is Sleep Apnea? Let's Talk to a Sleep Educator
Ever wonder what it takes to become a sleep technologist? Things have changed since the days of on the job training. This week, the STT crew talk to Jordan Rusk, BS RPSGT CCSH, Associate Professor at Lone Star College in Houston, TX. Jordan is the program director of the polysomnography program at Lone Star College. Jordan has a passion for teaching and tells us about her journey from becoming a p
How to make CPAP More Comfortable? Use AI of Course!
Can you use artificial intelligence to make CPAP more comfortable? This PhD says you can!Meet Hamed Hanafi, PhD, founder and CEO of NovaResp. Dr Hanafi is leveraging AI to make CPAP more comfortable for patients! Listen as he describes NovaResp's algorithm and AI technology that helps users receive a better experience with PAP therapy.Learn more about NovaResp at https://novaresp.ai/ A huge thanks
Magic Pill for Sleep Apnea? No mask? No hose? No implant?
Magic pill for OSA? No mask? No hose? No implant?What's going on?The STT crew talks to John Cronin, MD, Senior Vice President, Apnimed. Dr Cronin tells us about his journey in the field of sleep medicine and his current project at Apnimed. The project is the world's first oral therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr Cronin tells us where Apnimed is in the process of getting the medication to patie
Resmed: How it All Started! Founder and Former CEO- Peter Farrell, PhD
From Pickwickian Syndrome to Sleep Disordered Breathing, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, OSA, and everything in between. Well it all started with a vacuum cleaner!Meet Dr Peter Farrell, founder and former CEO of Resmed; the little company we all know very well! Dr Farrell tells about his time in university in Australia, then at MIT, and finally meeting with Dr Collin Sullivan to develop the first commerc
Episode 93- 2024 Person of the Year- SleepTech Talk!
It's SleepTech Talk's 2024 Person of the Year, Emma Cooksey!We've met Emma previously on the show as a fellow podcaster. Emma was the host and producer of Sleep Apnea Stories. In 2024, Emma decided to retire her podcast and work full time as a patient advocate.Listen in and learn why Emma is STT Person of the Year and the work she is doing to spread awareness about OSA and finding ways
Episode 92- What Will Happen in 2025? Academy President and Mayo Clinic Physician Gives His Thoughts
Meet Eric Olson, MD. Dr Olson is a pulmonologist, critical care specialist, and sleep specialist at the Mayo Clinic. He is also the newly elected President of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Listen in as the STT Crew talk to Dr Olson about his role in the AASM, his work at the Mayo Clinic, and his thoughts on sleep medicine in 2025. Also, learn what's "better together" durin
Episode 91- What happened in 2024 and what to expect in 2025- Sleep medicine, health, wellness, and technology
Happy 2025 everyone!
This episode the STT crew talks about the past year in sleep medicine, health, wellness, and technology. We also talk a little about what we can expect this year.
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Episode 90- Concierge Sleep Testing? It's more than just a breathing disorder!
This week, STT chats with Stanford Professor, Fullpower AI medical advisor, and founder of Sleep and Brain, Anil Rama MD. Dr Rama brings a concierge approach to sleep disordered breathing and sleep apnea with the thought that it is more than just a breathing disorder. Dr Rama keeps in mind that there is an underlying traumatic brain injury taking place with sleep disordered breathing and goes beyo
Episode 89- New Approach to Sleep Apnea Therapy!
In this episode of SleepTech Talk, the crew talk to Dr Ingo Mahn of Natural Dental Services in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr Mahn takes us through his journey as a dentist and his need to find new ways to treat obstructive sleep apnea. This led him to work with patients using autonomic nervous system therapy for sleep disordered breathing.
Listen as Dr Mahn describes his approach to therapy and the succes
Episode 88- Insomnia treatment: No medication? No drugs? How? New product alert!
This week we talk about a new FDA approved non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical treatment for insomnia, Neurovalens. The STT crew sits down and talks to Neurovalens CEO, Dr Jason McKeown and VP of Commercialization, Kate Willis, about this amazing new technology for insomnia. Learn more about it at https://neurovalens.com/modiussleep/sleep-survey-intro/
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Episode 87- It's Sleep Technologist Appreciation Week 2024 and we have AAST President, Emerson Kerr!
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.
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or on YouTube at https://youtu.be/yqQLgBrDVos?feature=s
Episode 86- Newest CPAP Mask from ReactHealth, New Product Alert!
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
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Episode 85- CPAP Alternative for OSA, Sleep Apnea? New Product Alert
The STT Crew follows up with Dr Michael Markus after meeting with him at SLEEP 2024 in Houston. In this conversation, we talk to Dr Markus about Zzoma, a CPAP alternative for patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Listen in as we discuss Zzoma and how Dr Markus came up with the concept and what he's doing to bring it to everyone.A huge thanks to our sponsors:Medbridge Healthcare: For Job Opportuni
Episode 84: Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Disorders in All 50 States?
This week, 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 where sleep diagnostics and therapeutics are talked about and discussed. They can be seen at all sleep conferences all over. This literal Who's Who in sleep talk to us about diagnosing and treating sleep disorders in all 50 states.
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Episode 83- Sleep is HER Waking Passion!
Meet Alison Kole, MD MPH host of 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, her approach to sleep disorders, her podcast, and all her other projects.
Dr Kole is also the founder of ASKtheSleepMD.com, Director, Medical Affairs and Strategy at US HealthConnect, as well as the Medica
Episode 82- New Product Alert! New FDA Approved Portable Sleep Study Unit
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 principle investigator (PI) for validation study 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 Neurology at
Episode 81- Better than mouth tape! It's SomnoSeal
This week we talk to Kimberly Hutchison, MD, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of SomnoSeal. SomnoSeal is an innovative, patent-pending device to comfortably and effectively eliminate 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 at Saipan
Episode 80- Dental Sleep and Myofunctional Therapy
Meet Maria Sokolina, DDS with Harmony Dental Art. Dr Sokolina is passionate about dental sleep medicine and helping patients improve their sleep. She talks about myofunctional therapy and nasal airway patency in this episode of SleepTech Talk. Listen in as, Dr Sokolina shares her views. You can check out her YouTube channel-
https://www.youtube.com/@MariaSokolina
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Episode 79- Make Your CPAP Mask More Comfortable! Meet Karen Moore of Pad-a-Cheek
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 largest
Episode 78- New CPAP Product! Sleep Isn't Rocket Science, But We've a Rocket Scientist on the Show!
This week, we talk to Dr Liran Oren from the University of Cincinnati, about the latest technology in CPAP therapy, Vortex PAP. Dr Oren is a real life rocket scientist and has applied his experience and knowledge from engineering to bring a more comfortable CPAP experience to the user.
Listen in as Dr Oren demonstrates the new unit for the SleepTech Talk audience! He also has a call for testers,
Episode 77- What happened at SLEEP 2024? It was WAY more than OSA!
This week the SleepTech Talk crew discusses the big sleep conference, SLEEP 2024. We were lucky enough to meet up once again at this conference and there was a lot to take in... and there's a lot to talk about! Tune in as we discuss our take aways from the show.
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Epissode 76- NEW PRODUCT ALERT! KPOP? No, it's KPAP! The latest in CPAP therapy
This week, the crew talks to David White, MD, about Kairos, KPAP, the latest in CPAP therapy. Listeners and viewers have heard of the beginnings of this therapy when we had Dr Bill Noah on the show a while back
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Dr White talks about the evolution of the VCom device into the algorithm it is today.
There is also a webinar with Dr White on KPAP comin
Episode 75- GLP 1 drugs and Sleep Apnea
There's been a lot of talk about GLP 1 drugs recently and how it relates to sleep apnea. Have you wondered what's all the hype about? The STT crew talk about it in this episode.
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Episode 74- Sleep Apnea help, ASAP?
This week the STT crew talks to Dr. Monica Mallampalli is the executive director of the Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners (ASAP), a nonprofit patient-oriented organization dedicated to advocating for optimal health of those suffering with sleep apnea and ensuring sleep apnea is a national priority. She is also the President/Founder of the Institute of Women’s Health Strategies providing subject mat
Episode 73- Transforming dental sleep
This week the STT crew meets Jason Tierney, founder of Transform Dental Sleep.
For nearly 20 years, Jason Tierney has contributed to the fields of Dental Sleep Medicine and TMD treatment. From co-developing widely used oral appliances and countless continuing education events to growing and building teams with a mix of innovative solutions and best practices, Jason has seen the field of sleep med
Episode 72- Is OSA more than just AHI?
Meet Sahil Chopra, MD, co-founder of Empower Sleep. Dr Chopra talks to the STT Crew about his work with his OSA patients and long term adherence. He talks about with OSA, not chasing the AHI to zero, but finding a way to improve the quality of the patient's life. This includes looking at not just AHI, but also other factors in the patient's life, environment, and sleep environment. Listen
Episode 71- It's World Sleep Week and we're going to Charleston, SC
It's World Sleep Week and we're excited to bring you a very special treat. This week, we go to the Medical University of South Carolina, in Charleston. We meet with Dr Gregory Jackson, transplant cardiologist, and Francis Hoyland, RRT RPSGT. They together discuss moving away from the siloed approach of treating patients to working together and achieving better outcomes. Listen in as we dis
Episode 70- Meet TED Talk Sleep Scientist, Dr Daniel Gartenberg
This week the STT Crew meet Dr Daniel Gartenberg, CEO of SleepSpace, Asst Prof at Penn State University, and TEDx Speaker.
Listen in as Dr Daniel talks about deep sleep, sleep entrainment, and AI in sleep. We also congratulate Dr Daniel on his newborn! He stepped out of the hospital just to join us on the show.
You can connect with Dr Daniel on LinkedIn and learn more about his company, SleepSpac
Episode 69- Sleep in the Carribean! Let's meet SleepTech Talk's 2023 Person of the Year
Sleep and the Carribean again? Yes, please!
This episode, we visit with Gregory Arneaud once again.
Gregory is a US Air Force Veteran and a veteran in healthcare for over 25 years. A certified respiratory therapist and a background in medical device sales and DME, Gregory also has a passion for sleep health. This passion caused him to help develop sleep centers and HST solutions throughout the C
Episode 68- Nocturia and Surgery in Sleep
How often do you talk about nocturia? What about surgery for sleep? Let’s join Dr Steven Park, surgeon, author, YouTube sensation, and sleep wellness ambassador, in talking about some not so commonly talked about topics in sleep.
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Dr Park took time off from performing surgeries to take a holistic approach to sleep
Episode 67- New Year with Restful Sleep MD, Dr Funke Afolabi-Brown!
Happy New Year, Sleep Peeps!
The STT Crew brings in the new year with Dr Funke Afolabi-Brown, CEO of RestfulSleepMD.com. Dr Afolabi-Brown breaks down her approach to sleep health and sleep medicine, where she not only takes the patient into consideration, but also the surrounding factors, including the family. You can find Dr Afolabi-Brown on LinkedIn and learn more about her practice at https://w
Episode 66- Sleep in Hawaii!
Aloha, everyone! In the cold of the winter, join us as we meet Dr Valerie Cacho in the beautiful state of Hawaii!
Dr Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine practitioner and the founder of https://www.sleeplifemed.com/ . Listen as she talks about providing a holistic approach to sleep medicine and sleep health among women.
You can find Dr Valerie Cacho on LinkedIn and her practice on https://www.
Episode 65- Meet SuperSleepMD!
This week, the crew meets Audrey Wells MD, founder and CEO of SuperSleepMD. Dr Wells talks to us about her journey into sleep medicine and into sleep health and wellness. Dr Wells provides not only clinical help to patients, but also education to patients as well. Listen in as Dr Wells also provides some free education to everyone. You can learn more about Dr Wells and her program at https://www.s
Episode 64- Let's Navigate Sleep in the Hospitals... some more!
We meet the Sleep Navigators from Wellstar in Georgia once again. The team is Kelly Gladden, Donnie Brown Hill, and Keir Noe. Let's listen as they walk us through the the program and how they help the Wellstar Hospital system screen and provide care to patients suffering from sleep apnea. This time we go into a little more detail of their program.
There's also a special treat from Kelly G
Episode 63- Let's Celebrate World Sleep
Last week was along with STAW, World Sleep 2023 was also celebrated. The SleepTech Talk crew talk to Lourdes Delrosso, MD PhD about the World Sleep Society and World Sleep 2023 in Brazil.
You can find Dr Delrosso on LinkedIn and learn more about World Sleep at https://worldsleepsociety.org/
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Episode 62- Sleep Technologists Appreciation Week 2023
It's 2023 STAW and the STT crew is celebrating with you! Listen in as we discuss the developing role of the sleep technologist and their value in the health care system. Join us in a lively discussion during this special week.
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Episode 61- Let's talk remote patient monitoring and tele medicine!
Edward Mezerhane, MD, FAASM, FACP is the co- founder and CEO of MonitAir, an RPM (remote patient monitoring) and TM (tele medicine) company. It was designed by doctors for doctors who manage patients on PAP/NIV for chronic sleep and respiratory conditions, predominantly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Listen as we discuss how RPM and TM works, how it
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Episode 60- Warning- watch out for the shark! This week we get into the Shark Tank!
Join STT as we talk to Shark Tank contestant, and CEO and Founder of Sleep Reset, Yunha Kim. Learn about Yunha's journey in the start up world that led her into the world of sleep health. Watch until the end to listen to Yunha talk about her experience on Shark Tank where one of the Sharks got all wet!
You can find Yunha Kim on LinkedIn and learn more about Sleep Reset at https://www.thesleepr
Episode 59- New Tech Alert! Diagnosing sleep disorders with new technology!
This week we meet with Andy Deguilio, Chief Strategy Officer and General Manager of Onera Health. Andy has been in the sleep industry in various roles for about 2 decades. He's been in the start up side, as well as in the top 10 organizations for sleep in the United States. Andy talks to us about his journey in sleep as well as the new technology from Onera Health. Listen as we discuss how One
Episode 58- Let's Navigate Sleep in the Hospitals
Our largest episode ever! We have three (3!) guests on this episode! Meet the Sleep Navigators from Wellstar in Georgia. The team is Kelly Gladden, Donnie Brown Hill, and Keir Noe. Listen as they walk us through the the program and how they help the Wellstar Hospital system screen and provide care to patients suffering from sleep apnea.
There's also a special treat from Kelly Gladden! She'
Episode 57- Do you take mental health naps?
Meet Kajsa Bradley of Mental Health Naps. Kajsa is a social media influencer and blogger. Listen as she discusses with the STT Crew her mental health journey as well as her journey with sleep apnea.
You can learn more about Kajsa on her social media @mentalhealthnaps or on her website https://www.mentalhealthnaps.com/
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Episode 56- What's your Sleep Number? The science behind SleepIQ in the Sleep Number Bed
Meet Rajasi Mills, VP SleepIQ Health at Sleep Number Corporation. Rajasi talks to us about the science behind SleepIQ and how it measures and helps with addressing sleep issues. Check it out.
You can learn more about SleepIQ and Sleep Number at https://www.sleepnumber.com/
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Credits: Audio/ Video: Diego R Mann; Music: Pierce G Mann
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Episode 55- How to become a Super Saiyan
This week, we meet Jorge Rey, RPSGT, CCSH.Jorge is a sleep technologist, sleep educator, certified personal trainer, black belt holder, mixed martial artist, and ultra marathoner (we may have missed other things this man does!). Learn about his journey into sleep health and into physical fitness, combining both to promote holistic wellness.
You can find Jorge on social media @finalflashfitness
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Episode 54- We talk about sleep studies for everyone, everywhere with Dylan Springer of restASSURED
In this episode, the crew talks to Dylan Springer is VP of Clinical Services of restAssured. Dylan believes in the mantra that "Everyone, everywhere, deserves the best sleep." Through restAssured, Dylan talks about making sleep testing easily available to anyone, anywhere.
Learn more about them at https://restassuredonline.com/
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