Not pictured: Brenda Bostick, Kaelin Grady, Kathleen Van Ausdall, and Paris Livingston
SGMC Health is pleased to announce that its Sleep Center has achieved full accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), recognizing its commitment to excellence in sleep medicine. This recognition ensures that SGMC Health meets or exceeds the highest national standards for quality, safety, and patient-centered care in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders.
Led by Medical Director Mahmood Eisa, MD, Neurologist, the Sleep Center specializes in evaluating and treating a range of sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, chronic insomnia, restless legs syndrome, and narcolepsy. The facility features state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team of specialists committed to improving patients’ sleep health.
“AASM accreditation reflects our unwavering dedication to providing top-tier sleep medicine services,” said Travis Grasley, Director of Pulmonary & Neurodiagnostic Services. “With this achievement, our patients have access to high-quality, evidence-based sleep diagnostics and treatment right here in South Georgia.”
To achieve and maintain accreditation, sleep centers must meet rigorous AASM standards across multiple core areas, including personnel, facility operations, patient care, data acquisition, and quality assurance.
At SGMC Health Sleep Center, patients have access to comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services. The facility offers in-lab sleep studies conducted in its comfortable, 9-bed center, which allows for close monitoring and detailed insights into sleep patterns and disorders. For patients seeking a more convenient option, the center also provides home sleep testing using WatchPAT HST devices, enabling effective evaluation from the comfort of home. SGMC Health’s specialists conduct thorough evaluations to diagnose sleep conditions and create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Sleep disorders can significantly impact overall health, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and mental health challenges. Common signs of sleep disorders include chronic snoring, choking or gasping episodes during sleep, excessive daytime fatigue, restless sensations in the legs, and difficulty staying asleep. Additional symptoms such as morning headaches, mood changes, and trouble concentrating may also indicate a sleep disorder. If you experience two or more of these symptoms, your doctor may recommend a sleep study to assess your condition.
With its newly earned accreditation, SGMC Health Sleep Center continues to provide trusted care for patients in the region. By offering expert evaluations, advanced diagnostics, and effective treatment plans, the center is dedicated to helping individuals achieve better sleep and improved overall health without the need to travel far from home.
For more information about SGMC Health’s Sleep Center and its services, visit sgmc.org.