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Sleep Studies

By admin | Published December 20, 2014
Preparation How to prepare for your sleep study: Try to follow your regular routine as much as possible. Avoid napping Eliminate use of caffeine after lunch Shower or avoid using hair sprays or gels that can interfere with the sleep recording What to bring to the sleep lab:

Please bring any items that you need for your nightly routine, such as:

Comfortable pajamas or clothes to sleep in A toothbrush and toothpaste Makeup remover Reading material Clean clothes for the morning Medications – unless your physician instructed otherwise, you will continue to take your medications as prescribed. What to expect…
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Insomnia Program

By admin | Published December 18, 2014
What are the health risks of insomnia?

Lack of sleep can be a risk factor for both medical and psychiatric illnesses including:

Congestive heart failure Hypertension Diabetes Depression Anxiety Substance abuse Problems with concentration and memory

In addition, insomnia is also associated with increased risk for motor vehicle accidents and higher worker absenteeism.

How is Insomnia treated?

Alcohol and over-the-counter sleep aids are the most frequently used sleep treatments, yet there is little evidence supporting their effectiveness. In fact, most sleep experts agree that while alcohol can aid with falling asleep at times, it results in more awakenings during the …

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Helpline

By admin | Published December 3, 2014

Urgent needs may require intervention in an urgent care clinic or hospital emergency room. Some concerns may require you to be seen in our office or by your primary care physician.

The helpline is available Monday through Friday 9AM – 5PM at (763) 452-3955.
Messages left after 4pm may be addressed on the following business day.…

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Refer A Patient

By admin | Published December 2, 2014
Refer via fax:   (763) 452-3956

Download a referral form and fax us the completed document. We will contact your patient to complete the registration process and schedule an appointment. You will be notified of the appointment date and time once it has been scheduled.

Referral Forms

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Sleep Fast Track – ENT Clinics
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Refer by phone:   (763) 452-3955

Call us to speak with one of our schedulers. Please have the following information available:

Patient demographic information, including their phone number. Patient…
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Careers

By admin | Published December 1, 2014
Our team includes: Physicians Physician Assistants Registered Nurses Respiratory Therapists Sleep Technologists Insurance and Billing Specialists Receptionists Medical Records Join our Team

We seek high-performing, team-oriented candidates eager to work in a collaborative healthcare environment committed to patient care. For more information, please visit allinahealth.org/careers…

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