Talking Sleep
AASM
The vast field of sleep medicine is always evolving. Listen to Talking Sleep, a podcast of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), to keep up on the latest developments in clinical sleep medicine and sleep disorders. Our host, Dr. Seema Khosla, medical director of the North Dakota Center for Sleep in Fargo, will take an in-depth look at issues impacting the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. Episodes will feature conversations with clinicians, researchers, sleep team members and other health care experts working to help us sleep well so we can live well.
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Sep 17, 2021 • 29min
How Patient Navigators Can Improve Sleep Health
A clinical sleep health educator can help bridge the gaps between patients and providers, leading to improved diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders and better coordination among the health care team. In today’s episode, we’ll learn about the Certification in Clinical Sleep Health credential with Andrea Ramberg, RPSGT, CCSH, president-elect of the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.
Sep 3, 2021 • 29min
How Sleep Depth Could Impact CPAP Adherence
The AASM’s inaugural Change Agents competition brought together teams from all areas of sleep medicine to think about innovative and creative ways to reimagine the diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. In today’s episode, we talk to the leader of the winning team, Dr. Amy Bender, about the proposal, “Let’s Put the Sleep Back into Sleep Medicine,” which recommends measuring sleep depth to predict CPAP adherence and offer more personalized sleep apnea treatment.
Aug 20, 2021 • 31min
Telemedicine Reliability in Screening for Sleep Apnea
With increased use of telemedicine, how reliable are video evaluations for obstructive sleep apnea? Today’s guest, Dr. Michael Yurcheshen, recently published a study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine comparing telemedicine to in-person assessments for sleep-disordered breathing. He discusses his findings, shares tips on how to conduct the best video exam and explores how telemedicine can be leveraged in the future.
Aug 6, 2021 • 32min
Updates in the Treatment of Hypersomnias
In this episode, we review the recently released AASM clinical practice guideline for treatment of central disorders of hypersomnolence. We talk with Dr. Kiran Maski, chair of the AASM task force that developed the guideline, about the data-driven treatment recommendations as well as future research directions, the challenges of diagnosing hypersomnias, and the potential of sleep biomarkers.
Jul 22, 2021 • 34min
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Sleep Medicine
Sleep medicine is a diverse profession, and the AASM strives to be representative and inclusive of all backgrounds and perspectives. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Andrew Spector, chair of the AASM’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, about the Academy’s efforts to identify and eliminate barriers to inclusion, support initiatives for better diversity, and work to reduce health care disparities.
Jul 8, 2021 • 28min
In Defense of CPAP Treatment
In this episode, we review the CPAP technology assessment draft report released by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the AASM-led response. Our guest Dr. Susheel Patil highlights key findings of the report, where the Academy and its partners think it falls short, and how it could ultimately move the field forward by setting the stage for future research priorities.
May 20, 2021 • 27min
OSA in Children With Down Syndrome
Obstructive sleep apnea affects 40-50% of children with Down syndrome; however, access to care, diagnosis, and treatment of OSA presents many challenges. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Ignacio Tapia, a pediatric sleep specialist whose research aims to increase access to sleep care for special needs’ patients, leverage home sleep apnea tests and improve PAP adherence through programs benefiting patients and their families.
May 7, 2021 • 41min
Innovation in Sleep Medicine
Improving health outcomes and health systems requires new ways of thinking. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Azizi Seixas, an assistant professor in the Departments of Population Health and Psychiatry at NYU Langone and chair of the recent AASM Sleep Medicine Disruptors meeting, about leveraging disruption to be more efficient, develop new solutions and better engage with and care for people in our communities.
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Apr 22, 2021 • 34min
Beyond the AHI
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Daniel Gottlieb, a leading Harvard sleep researcher, and Dr. Douglas Kirsch, a prominent sleep medicine director, delve into the controversial Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI). They highlight its limitations and call for modern metrics in diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea. The conversation also uncovers alternative measures like hypoxic burden, aiming to enhance patient outcomes through improved assessment techniques. With a focus on home-based technologies, they explore new frontiers in sleep apnea diagnosis tailored to individual needs.
Apr 8, 2021 • 27min
Artificial Intelligence in Sleep Medicine
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Anuja Bandyopadhyay, a sleep medicine physician and member of the AASM's Artificial Intelligence in Sleep Medicine Committee, shares insights on the transformative impact of AI in sleep medicine. She delves into AI-assisted scoring and personalized treatment plans, highlighting its potential to revolutionize diagnosis of sleep apnea. The conversation covers the importance of standardizing AI algorithms and the role of innovative technologies in improving patient care, emphasizing a collaborative future in healthcare.
