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Auckland Sleep
Private Service, ENT/ Head & Neck Surgery, Respiratory
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Description
Auckland Sleep provides a multidisciplinary approach to treating sleep disorders. The cause of a sleep disorder varies from person to person; it could be physical, mental, social, or environmental, so our dedicated, multidisciplinary team, all working together, gives you the best chance of a successful outcome.
Auckland Sleep provides personalised navigation to patients with sleep related disorders. We build a comprehensive and holistic picture by screening for various sleep and health related problems and develop a recommended treatment path that outlines the specialist(s) you are recommended to see and tests you might need.
Our goal is to address all possible causes of your sleep problem to achieve long-term relief from disturbed sleep.
Staff
We have a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of experts, all working together including:
- Sleep physicians
- Ear, nose, and throat specialists
- Dentists
- Bariatric specialists
- Psychotherapists
- Dietitians
- Sleep coaches
Read more about our team here
Consultants
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Mr Sumit Samant
ENT Specialist
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Dr James Wethasinghe
Respiratory Physician
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Make an appointment
Phone: 09 391 0009
or Email:
or Online: here
Referral
You can be referred by your GP
Referral Expectations
What to expect
- Gathering data - by answering a few questions over the phone or completing our Registration and Assessment Form.
- Initial consultation - assesses all aspects of sleep-related problems.
- Treatment plan - a personalised treatment plan is developed that outlines the specialist(s) you are recommended to see and tests you might need.
- Ongoing support - regular follow up to check your progress.
Fees and Charges Description
Find information on fees and insurance cover here
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Open hours by appointment ONLY
Common Conditions / Procedures / Treatments
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Snoring is the harsh rattling noise made by some people when they sleep. Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the back of the mouth and nose becomes partially blocked and structures such as the tongue, soft palate (the back part of the roof of the mouth) and uvula (the tag that hangs at the back of the mouth) strike each other and vibrate. Causes of snoring include: nasal polyps; a bend in the nasal septum (the partition running down the middle of the nose), large tonsils or adenoids, obesity, smoking, excess alcohol. Surgical treatment of snoring involves the removal of excess loose tissue in the throat or soft palate.
Snoring is the harsh rattling noise made by some people when they sleep. Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the back of the mouth and nose becomes partially blocked and structures such as the tongue, soft palate (the back part of the roof of the mouth) and uvula (the tag that hangs at the back of the mouth) strike each other and vibrate. Causes of snoring include: nasal polyps; a bend in the nasal septum (the partition running down the middle of the nose), large tonsils or adenoids, obesity, smoking, excess alcohol. Surgical treatment of snoring involves the removal of excess loose tissue in the throat or soft palate.
Snoring is the harsh rattling noise made by some people when they sleep. Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the back of the mouth and nose becomes partially blocked and structures such as the tongue, soft palate (the back part of the roof of the mouth) and uvula (the tag that hangs at the back of the mouth) strike each other and vibrate.
Causes of snoring include: nasal polyps; a bend in the nasal septum (the partition running down the middle of the nose), large tonsils or adenoids, obesity, smoking, excess alcohol.
Surgical treatment of snoring involves the removal of excess loose tissue in the throat or soft palate.
When snoring is interrupted by episodes of totally obstructed breathing, it is known as obstructive sleep apnoea. The obstruction is caused by the relaxation of muscles that support the soft tissues at the back of the throat such as the uvula, soft palate, tongue and tonsils. These tissues then collapse and momentarily block the airway. Episodes may last 20 seconds or more and may occur hundreds of times per night. While you are not breathing, the levels of oxygen in your blood drop which causes your blood pressure to go up and adds strain to your cardiovascular system. In addition, you are likely to feel overly tired during the day and your work, driving and overall performance may be affected. The usual treatment for OSA is to wear a nasal mask that delivers pressurised air to keep the airways open while you sleep. This treatment is known as Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).
When snoring is interrupted by episodes of totally obstructed breathing, it is known as obstructive sleep apnoea. The obstruction is caused by the relaxation of muscles that support the soft tissues at the back of the throat such as the uvula, soft palate, tongue and tonsils. These tissues then collapse and momentarily block the airway. Episodes may last 20 seconds or more and may occur hundreds of times per night. While you are not breathing, the levels of oxygen in your blood drop which causes your blood pressure to go up and adds strain to your cardiovascular system. In addition, you are likely to feel overly tired during the day and your work, driving and overall performance may be affected. The usual treatment for OSA is to wear a nasal mask that delivers pressurised air to keep the airways open while you sleep. This treatment is known as Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).
When snoring is interrupted by episodes of totally obstructed breathing, it is known as obstructive sleep apnoea. The obstruction is caused by the relaxation of muscles that support the soft tissues at the back of the throat such as the uvula, soft palate, tongue and tonsils. These tissues then collapse and momentarily block the airway.
Episodes may last 20 seconds or more and may occur hundreds of times per night. While you are not breathing, the levels of oxygen in your blood drop which causes your blood pressure to go up and adds strain to your cardiovascular system. In addition, you are likely to feel overly tired during the day and your work, driving and overall performance may be affected.
The usual treatment for OSA is to wear a nasal mask that delivers pressurised air to keep the airways open while you sleep. This treatment is known as Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).
Click here to find out more about these conditions; what they are, how they are diagnosed and how they are treated.
Click here to find out more about these conditions; what they are, how they are diagnosed and how they are treated.
Click here to find out more about these conditions; what they are, how they are diagnosed and how they are treated.
Click here to find out more about sleep problems in children.
Click here to find out more about sleep problems in children.
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While still providing effective medical treatments like CPAP, MAD, and corrective surgeries, we also approach sleep disorders from multiple angles. The cause of a sleep disorder could be physical, mental, social, or environmental. With a dedicated, multidisciplinary team, all working together, Auckland Sleep gives you the best chance of a successful outcome. Learn about some of our treatment approaches here.
While still providing effective medical treatments like CPAP, MAD, and corrective surgeries, we also approach sleep disorders from multiple angles. The cause of a sleep disorder could be physical, mental, social, or environmental. With a dedicated, multidisciplinary team, all working together, Auckland Sleep gives you the best chance of a successful outcome. Learn about some of our treatment approaches here.
While still providing effective medical treatments like CPAP, MAD, and corrective surgeries, we also approach sleep disorders from multiple angles.
The cause of a sleep disorder could be physical, mental, social, or environmental. With a dedicated, multidisciplinary team, all working together, Auckland Sleep gives you the best chance of a successful outcome.
Learn about some of our treatment approaches here.
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Contact Details
Mt Hobson Specialist Centre, 155 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland
Central Auckland
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Phone
(09) 391 0009
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Email
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This page was last updated at 10:10AM on December 6, 2023. This information is reviewed and edited by Auckland Sleep.