Sleep Center

If you suffer from a sleep disorder, you’re not alone. More than 70 million people in the United States are affected by sleep problems and sleep disorders.

HMG provides a dedicated sleep center in Kingsport at Medical Plaza and in Bristol at Bristol West, committed to diagnosing and treating more than 85 recognized sleep disorders. Fortunately, most sleep disorders can be managed effectively once they are correctly diagnosed.

Common sleep disorders include insomnia, snoring and sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement syndrome, and gastroesophageal reflux. Many sleep disorders go unrecognized for years, leading to poor quality of life and increased risk of accidents.

Do You Have a Sleep Disorder?

If you or someone you know snores regularly and experiences one or more of the following symptoms, obstructive sleep apnea may be a concern.

Snoring interrupted by pauses in breathing
Gasping or choking during sleep
Restless sleep
Excessive daytime sleepiness or fatigue
Large neck size (greater than 17 inches in men or 16 inches in women)
Crowded airway
Morning headaches
Sexual dysfunction
Frequent nighttime urination
Poor concentration or judgment
Irritability
Memory loss
High blood pressure
Obesity

About Sleep Studies at HMG

HMG Sleep Center features a modern monitoring suite with four private bedrooms and private bathrooms designed for comfort during overnight studies.

Sleep studies are performed seven days a week and monitored by trained sleep technicians. Results are interpreted by a board-certified sleep medicine physician and shared with the patient’s referring provider.

Patients sleep in a private room in their own pajamas while specialized equipment monitors breathing, movement, and sleep patterns throughout the night. A technician is always nearby to assist if needed.

Accommodations

Rooms are designed with a comfortable, hotel-style environment featuring soothing décor, queen-size pillow-top beds, multiple pillows, and private bathrooms to create a relaxing setting for sleep studies.

Special Scheduling

HMG Sleep Center accommodates patients who work overnight or nontraditional shifts. To obtain the most accurate results, studies can be scheduled to match a patient’s normal sleep schedule, including daytime sleep periods when appropriate.

Please let us know if you have special scheduling needs so we can accommodate your routine.

At-Home Sleep Studies

For some patients with suspected obstructive sleep apnea, an at-home sleep study may be recommended.

Patients visit the HMG Sleep Center to pick up a portable sleep study device and receive instructions on how to use it. After completing the overnight test at home, the device is returned the next morning so the data can be analyzed.

A board-certified sleep medicine physician reviews the results and provides a preliminary diagnosis. If the study indicates abnormal findings, patients may be referred for a comprehensive in-lab sleep study.