Sleep Center
Director: Heather Waters, BSRC, CRT
phone: (940) 228-1304
email: info@hmhhealth.org
About the Sleep Center
The Sleep Center at Haskell Memorial Hospital provides complete neurophysiologic testing to diagnose conditions such as sleep apnea, snoring, parasomnias, narcolepsy, periodic limb movement during sleep (PLMS), insomnia, seizures, and strokes. Sleep studies are performed using state-of-the-art computerized testing suites. Designed with patient comfort in mind, each of the two sleep lab rooms features a full-size bed with quality linens, a private bathroom, and a smart TV.
Diagnostic Tests
- Diagnostic sleep studies
- Titration studies (CPAP, Bilevel, Bilevel ST and AutoSV)
- Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) and Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT)
About the Program
When you choose the Sleep Center at HMH, you can rest assured your sleep study will be conducted by a trained technologist, using state-of-the-art equipment. Through the convenience of telemedicine, our sleep medicine specialist collaborates with your provider to review your results, diagnose, and develop a personalized treatment plan for you. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will take great care of you from start to finish, including insurance verification and prior authorizations. They schedule consults, studies, and follow-up appointments, as well as assist with ordering equipment if required.
Facts about Sleep Disorders
More than 70 million Americans suffer from chronic sleep problems. Sleep disorders go beyond just preventing a good night’s sleep. There are more than 84 sleep disorders.
Sleep disorders:
- Affect the quality of your sleep.
- Lead to other health issues.
- Are associated with weight gain, and often hinder weight loss.
- May lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and poor control of diabetes.
- Increase your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Common Sleep Disorders
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Narcolepsy & Hypersomnias
Insomnia
Nighttime Sleep Behaviors
Restless Leg Syndrome & Periodic Limb Movements
Snoring & Sleep Apnea
Narcolepsy & Hypersomnias (Excessive Sleeping)
Insomnia
Nighttime Sleep Behaviors
Restless Leg Syndrome & Periodic Limb Movements
Is it possible you have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)?
Take this quick quiz to see if you could be a candidate for a sleep study. If you answer “yes” to four or more of these statements, talk to your provider about a sleep disorders consult.
You can also access the official STOPBANG website and take their online quiz by clicking the button below.
Call 940-228-1304 for more information.
*Not intended as a diagnostic tool.
1
I feel sleepy during the day, even when getting a good night’s sleep.
2
I often get very irritable when I can’t sleep.
3
I often wake up at night and have trouble falling back to sleep.
4
It usually takes me a long time to fall asleep.
5
I often wake up very early and can’t fall back to sleep.
6
I have been told I stop breathing at night.
7
I often have discomfort in my legs that keeps me from falling asleep.
8
I sometimes wake up gasping for air.
9
My bed partner says my snoring keeps him/her from sleeping.
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10 I have fallen asleep while driving.
If four or more statements apply, ask your provider about a Sleep Disorders consult. Call 940-228-0612 today for more information! *Not intended as a diagnostic tool.
Our Sleep Center Director
Dr. Rance Boren serves as Director of the HMH Sleep Center via telemedicine and works with your primary care provider to tailor a treatment plan specific to your needs. Dr. Boren is Board Certified in neurology and sleep medicine. In addition to his private practice in Brownwood, Dr. Boren also supervises the sleep lab at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood.