In this episode of The Luke Coutinho Show, I am excited to bring you an eye-opening discussion with Dr. Vikas Agarwal, a leading ENT surgeon and widely known as the Father of Sleep Surgery in India. He is currently the President of the Indian Association of Surgeons for Sleep Apnea (IASSA) and Director at Specialty ENT Hospital, Mumbai.

Join me as we uncover:

• The importance of sleep for health and its link to various diseases

• High rates of sleep apnea in India due to lifestyle changes like late-night binge-watching

• Common airway issues like deviated septum and allergies affecting sleep quality

• Symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment options for sleep apnea in children and adults

• Complications of untreated sleep apnea, including metabolic syndrome and cancer risk

• The need for lifestyle changes in India, including balanced diet, sleep quality, regular exercise, and stress management

• The concept of longevity and the use of CPAP machines without a diagnosis

And much more…