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Imtiaz Ahmad MD, MPH, FCCP

Dr. Ahmad has been practicing pulmonary and sleep medicine in Lee County since 2004. He has extensive clinical and academic experience and believes in a proactive approach to healthcare. His post-graduate training took place at the following well-respected institutions: Harvard University, Cornell University, State University of New York at Brooklyn and the University of Mississippi. He serves as Medical Director – Clinical Research Organization, leading clinical research in sleep disorders.

[Long-term outcome prediction in patients with stroke].

[Long-term outcome prediction in patients with stroke]. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova. 2018;118(9. Vyp. 2):37-41 Authors: Tazartukova AD, Stakhovskaya LV Abstract AIM: To create a model to predict long-term stroke outcome using polysomnographic parameters. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Authors prospectively enrolled 56 acute stroke patients. All subjects underwent clinical evaluation and polysomnographic study. A […]

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[A role of insomnia in the development of silent cerebral infarctions].

[A role of insomnia in the development of silent cerebral infarctions]. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova. 2018;118(9. Vyp. 2):3-7 Authors: Tikhomirova OV, Kozhevnikova VV, Zybina NN, Startseva ON, Bobko OV Abstract AIM: To investigate the relationship between insomnia, hemostatic abnormalities and silent cerebral infarctions. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A complex study of 76 male

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SLEEP STUDIES FOR KIDS

SLEEP STUDY TIPS FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents During childhood, up to 40% of children have a sleep problem their parents consider significant. Many of these sleep problems are best evaluated with an overnight polysomnogram, which is commonly called a sleep study. In some cases your doctor may order a

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SLEEP DISORDERS IN WOMEN

SLEEP AND SLEEP DISORDERS IN WOMEN

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents Gender differences in sleep start at a young age. Girls report longer sleep duration than boys and show a decrease in deep sleep earlier than boys. Changes in female hormones also can affect sleep. These effects can vary during the different stages

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HOME SLEEP APNEA TEST

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME SLEEP APNEA TEST

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents A home sleep apnea test is one way to detect obstructive sleep apnea. The test monitors your airflow, oxygen and breathing effort while you sleep at home. Your doctor will perform a complete assessment of your sleep complaints. If you have a

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slee do i need

HOW MUCH SLEEP DO I NEED?

HOW MUCH SLEEP DO I NEED? Table of Contents The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that adults should sleep 7 or more hours per night on a regular basis to promote optimal health. The amount of nightly sleep that children need steadily decreases with age. KEY POINTS The specific amount of sleep needed each

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Shift Work and Sleep

SHIFT WORK AND SLEEP

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents It is estimated that about 20% of the workforce is employed in a job that requires shift work. Shift work sleep disorder occurs when you have insomnia or excessive sleepiness due to work hours that take place at least in part during

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Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea

PEDIATRIC OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs in many children. It involves complete or partial obstruction of the upper airway during sleep. Snoring is a common warning sign for sleep apnea. This snoring is usually loud and may end with

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common childhood sleep disorders

COMMON CHILDHOOD SLEEP DISORDERS

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit VK OK Digg WhatsApp Email Table of Contents Sleeping is required for normal growth and development. Sleep disorders are common in children and can have a negative impact on their health and well-being. KEY POINTS Childhood sleep complaints are common. Some of these complaints may be signs of a sleep

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