Physician Newsletter

Treatment with Light Benefits Alzheimer's Patients

Exposure to light appears to have therapeutic effects on Alzheimer's disease patients, a Wayne State University researcher has found.

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Poor Sleep Linked to Heart Disease and Obesity

People who suffer from sleep disturbances are at major risk for obesity, diabetes, and coronary artery disease, according to new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Link Between Sleep Apnea and Silent Strokes, Small Lesions in Brain

People with severe sleep apnea may have an increased risk of silent strokes and small lesions in the brain, according to a small study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2012.

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At The Sleep Wellness Institute, our staff has been providing the highest quality diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders since 1994. From the simple, friendly patient referral process to our 72 hour turnaround on results, we take the time to manage your patients' care from diagnosis through treatment options. Our team of board-certified sleep medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, expert technicians and staff stands ready to give your patient a better life through better sleep. As Centers of Excellence in sleep disorders, our West Allis and Mequon locations feature:

• Complete care from consultation to diagnosis and treatment, including CPAP therapy
• Comfortable, home-like facility
• Most insurances accepted
• Flexible payment options and major credit cards accepted
• Open 7 nights per week, with evening clinic hours
• Fast, quality results from a caring, professional staff
• Medicare approved

In addition, your patients can visit sleepwell.org 24 hours a day to complete a free sleep apnea risk assessment.

To refer a patient or for more information:
phone: 414-336-3000
fax: 414-336-1015