Sleep Apnea

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An individual with sleep apnea experiences breathing that stops and starts during the sleep cycle. The two main types of sleep apnea are central sleep apnea, when the brain isn’t sending the right signals to the muscles that control breathing, and obstructive sleep apnea, when the throat muscles relax. 

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Sleep Disorders Clinic

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine–accredited Sleep Disorders Center at Boston Medical Center provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment services for individuals with a fu…
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

As one of the oldest and most renowned oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) departments in the United States, our service at BMC specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide arr…
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Otolaryngology – Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery

Whether you need a diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, or surgery for problems involving the ears, sinuses, oral cavity, throat, or neck, the Otolaryngology team is here to provide…
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Neurology

The Neurology Department offers a full spectrum of neurological care for all neurological disorders, from epilepsy to headaches to Alzheimer’s disease. Our robust research program…
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary program that helps patients with chronic lung disease learn to manage their condition.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Program

The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) clinic serves patients with chronic respiratory failure from various causes, which is typically identified during hospital admissi…