The sleep disorders center at Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC), a Kaleida Health facility, achieved a milestone in patient care by completing more than 1,000 patient sleep studies in 2024.
Additionally, the center conducted more than 300 in-home studies, providing a tailored option for patients seeking comfort and convenience in sleep testing. The sleep disorders center has experienced remarkable growth, with a 126% increase in testing since 2021.
“It takes a tremendous team to accomplish and surpass this milestone of 1,000 patient tests in a year,” said Misty Sanders, clinical supervisor of Respiratory/Sleep, BRMC. “We have some of the best technicians and staff in the sleep disorder field working with our patients at BRMC. We’re lucky to have Dr. Eric Tenbrock’s oversight in providing the services here for our community.”
The sleep disorders center at BRMC offers both in-house and in-home sleep study options, catering to diverse patient needs. In-house studies are performed in a fully equipped testing environment, allowing for comprehensive data collection and analysis. In-house sleep studies help physicians make accurate diagnoses of various sleep disorders, ranging from obstructive and central sleep apnea to restless leg syndrome and parasomnia disorders. The growth of this service can be seen through the expansion of two additional rooms that have been put into commission over the course of the last year. The sleep disorders center has a total of six rooms that provide patients with a convenient and comfortable environment to coordinate a sleep study.
“Having options for both in-house and in-home testing means we can meet patients where they are most comfortable,” Sanders noted. “This flexibility is a significant factor in our success and continued growth. There’s been a substantial amount of work that went into improving processes and increasing access for patients that has proven successful for our sleep disorders center.”
Sleep disorders can significantly impact an individual’s overall health and quality of life. Symptoms such as loud snoring, gasping or choking during sleep, dry mouth or sore throat upon waking, daytime fatigue, morning headaches, or conditions like type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease could signal and increase a person’s risk of having an underlying sleep disorder.
BRMC’s sleep disorders center is dedicated to helping patients regain restful nights and improved health through advanced testing and compassionate care. Sleep studies play a critical role in diagnosing conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, periodic limb movement disorder, narcolepsy, insomnia, and parasomnia disorders. Whether in-house or at home, the team is ready to guide you on your journey to better sleep.
For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact your primary care provider. Learn more about the sleep disorders center by visiting brmc-ogh.org.
