The South Fulton Medical Center Sleep Disorders Laboratory assists in detecting, evaluating and treating a wide range of potentially serious sleep abnormalities and sleep-related disorders such as:
- Sleep apnea
- Excessive snoring
- Narcolepsy
- Restless leg syndrome
- Periodic limb movement disorder
- Nocturnal seizure/REM behavioral disorders
Overnight polysomnography sleep studies with video monitoring are conducted by trained sleep technologists while patients enjoy the comfort of hotel-like private rooms. In addition, we can accommodate night-shift workers by performing sleep studies during the day.
For more information about our Sleep Disorders Laboratory, or to schedule a Sleep Study, please contact us at 404.466.1070 or 678.904.1893 (Sleep Works).
For a referral to a South Fulton Medical Center sleep specialist, please call us at 404-466-WELL. We can match you with a physician based on location, specialty and insurance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the symptoms of sleep disorders?
Some of the symptoms associated with sleep disorders include:
• Exceessively loud snoring
• Repeating patterns of “snore, pause, gasp” revealing breathing stops and starts
• Waking up frequently during the night
• Fatigue or daytime drowsiness
• Irritability
• Depression
• Mood or behavior changes
• Reduced attention, concentration and memory
• More frequent illnesses
• Lost productivity
• Workplace accidents or car crashes from falling sleep on the job or while driving
How do I know if I have a sleep disorder?
These questions may help you talk to your doctor about your sleep problems:
• Have you ever been told by a friend or family member that you snore?
• Do you often feel tired or have a headache when you wake in the morning?
• Do you frequently awaken during the night?
• Have you been told that you have pauses in your breathing during sleep?
• Do your legs jerk frequently or feel uncomfortable or restless before or during sleep?
• Do you often find yourself falling asleep when you don't intend to, such as while watching TV or while driving?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may benefit from a sleep consultation.
What is a sleep study?
A sleep study is a simple overnight procedure where your brain waves, muscle activity, leg movements, heart rhythms and other body functions are monitored by a highly skilled sleep technologist while your sleep. The sleep data is scored, interpreted by a sleep specialist and sent to your physician. Your results and diagnosis will be given to you by your physician who will recommend a treatment plan.
Will I need to take time off from work for a sleep study?
You should not need to take time off from work for a sleep study. Overnight studies begin in the evening and are completed before 7 a.m. allowing you to continue your normal day. If you work at night, the South Fulton Medical Center Sleep Disorders Lab can perform your sleep study during the hours when you normally sleep.
Will my insurance cover a sleep study?
Most major insurance plans as well as Medicare provide coverage for sleep studies. However, as with any procedure, you should verify coverage with your insurance plan before scheduling the appointment.
For more information about our Sleep Disorders Laboratory, or to schedule a Sleep Study, please contact us at 404.466.1070 or 678.904.1893 (Sleep Works).