Sleep Center

Director: Heather Waters, BSRC, CRT
phone: (940) 228-1304
email: info@hmhhealth.org

About the Sleep Center

HMH Sleep Center room.

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 sufferfrom chronic sleep problems. Sleepdisorders go beyond just preventing agood 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

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.

10

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.

NOTICE TO PATIENTS

This practice serves all patients regardless of inability to pay. Discounts for essential services are offered based on family size and income. For more information, ask at the front desk or visit our website. Thank you.

AVISO PARA PACIENTES

Esta práctica sirve a todos los pacientes, independientemente de la incapacidad de pago. Descuentos para los servicios esenciales son ofrecidos dependiendo de tamaño de la familia y de los ingresos. Usted puede solicitar un descuento en la recepción o visita nuestro sitio web. Gracias.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Haskell Memorial Hospital complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Haskell Memorial Hospital does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Haskell Memorial Hospital provides free aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively with us, such as:
Qualified sign language interpreters; and
Written information in other formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats and other formats).

Haskell Memorial Hospital provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English, such as:
Qualified interpreters; and
Information written in other languages.

If you need these services,
contact Haskell Memorial Hospital at 940-228-4321.

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