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Comprehensive Sleep Studies & Clinical Trials

Struggling with diagnostic challenges?

Uncertain What’s Causing Your Sleep Problems?

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You've tried everything but still don't know what's wrong with your sleep

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Your doctor has recommended a sleep study but you're unsure what to expect

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You want access to the latest treatments through clinical research trials

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You need professional monitoring to get accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

Sleep disorders can be complex and difficult to diagnose without proper testing. Get definitive answers through comprehensive sleep monitoring by certified specialists.
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We Provide State-of-the-Art Sleep Testing and Innovative Clinical Research Using

Advanced Equipment & Decades
of Diagnostic Expertise

We understand that accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective sleep disorder treatment, and symptoms alone often aren’t enough to determine the specific condition and its severity. As Alabama’s first accredited sleep center with nearly 40 years of diagnostic experience, we use the most advanced polysomnographic equipment and certified sleep technologists to monitor every aspect of your sleep. Our comprehensive approach includes multiple types of sleep studies, comfortable patient accommodations, and access to cutting-edge clinical trials that may offer new treatment options not available elsewhere.

care from diagnosis to long-term treatment success

Complete Sleep Study Services

Diagnostic Overnight Sleep Studies (PSG)
A Sleep Study or Polysomnogram (PSG) electronically records specific physical activities while you sleep, creating data that our qualified physicians analyze to determine whether you have a sleep disorder. Our diagnostic overnight PSG provides general monitoring and evaluation without treatment, measuring brain waves (EEG), muscle tension, eye movements, heart rhythm, oxygen saturation, breathing patterns, and video/audio recording throughout the night. You’ll arrive at 8:00 PM and be greeted by a certified sleep technologist who will show you to your private room equipped with television and standing shower. After measuring vital signs and completing questionnaires, adhesive electrodes will be attached for monitoring, with your study beginning around 10:00 PM unless you request a different time.
Specialized Daytime Testing
The Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) is used to diagnose narcolepsy and measure the degree of daytime sleepiness, performed the morning following a diagnostic overnight PSG to ensure accurate results. The Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT) diagnoses your level of daytime alertness through scheduled 40-minute sessions where you’re asked to stay awake while sitting quietly in a dimly lit room. These specialized tests help distinguish between different causes of excessive daytime sleepiness and provide objective measurements of your sleep-wake function that can’t be determined through symptoms alone.
CPAP Titration Studies
When sleep apnea is diagnosed, we offer two types of CPAP pressure-setting studies. Two Night PSG with CPAP Titration involves general monitoring and diagnostic evaluation on the first night, then if sleep apnea is confirmed, you return for a second night to determine the adequate CPAP pressure setting needed to control your condition. Split Night PSG with CPAP Titration is conducted when moderate or severe sleep apnea is discovered during the first part of the night’s study, allowing us to use the second half of the night for CPAP pressure titration, making your diagnosis and treatment more efficient.
Comfortable Patient Experience
Our state-of-the-art sleep center features private rooms designed to feel like home, each equipped with comfortable beds, private bathrooms with showers, and cable television. Throughout the night, certified technologists monitor your study from a separate room, ready to assist with anything you need. In the morning, electrodes are removed, final vital signs taken, and you can shower, have coffee, eat breakfast, or watch television. Our doctors typically begin seeing patients between 7:30-8:00 AM to discuss your experience, review results, and explain treatment options, with most patients leaving between 9:30-10:00 AM.
Comprehensive Follow-Up Care
After your sleep study, we schedule follow-up appointments to discuss your progress and address any issues regarding your sleep disorder treatment. These appointments typically last 30 minutes to an hour and are essential for ensuring your treatment plan remains effective. If CPAP therapy is prescribed, our specialists will explain the benefits and help you choose between using our center’s services or a durable medical equipment company. We maintain ongoing relationships with patients to monitor treatment success and make adjustments as needed for optimal sleep health.

Pioneering Sleep Medicine Research

Cutting-Edge Clinical Research & Trials

The Sleep Disorders Center of Alabama is renowned for sleep medicine research, having conducted over 70 clinical research trials to expand treatment options for sleep disorders like insomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and shift work sleep disorder. Over the past 10 years, we’ve participated in over 50 multi-center clinical trials, testing investigational medications and devices that may only be available through research participation. We are one of several sleep centers in the United States and, in some instances, other countries, that test medications and devices for safety and effectiveness in sleep disorder treatment.

Access to Investigational Treatments

Many of the treatments we test are investigational medications and devices only available through research participation. This is the required FDA approval process after successful trials and become available for doctors to prescribe to their patients nationwide.

Research Excellence & Patient Safety

Our Certified Clinical Research Coordinators ensure all studies follow strict FDA guidelines while providing research volunteers the same excellent care as our regular patients. We believe our research activities are vital to advancing sleep medicine for the millions of Americans who suffer from sleep disorders.

Current Research Opportunities

We continuously recruit volunteers for various studies testing new treatments for different sleep disorders including: Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Research participation may provide access to cutting-edge therapies not yet available to the general public, along with additional monitoring and care from our research team. If you have been diagnosed and are interested in opportunites, get in touch.

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Why Choose Us

What sets us apart from other sleep centers in Alabama

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Personal Physician Consultations

You'll meet with your doctor before and after your sleep study—something most centers don't offer.
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Rapid Scheduling

Average wait time of just 2 weeks compared to 4-6 weeks at most other centers.
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No Hidden Facility Fees

As a private practice, we potentially save you hundreds of dollars compared to hospital-based sleep centers
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Comprehensive Follow-Up Care

We see patients at 4 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year after treatment to ensure lasting success.
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CPAP Specialists On-Site

Our dedicated CPAP therapists help you succeed with equipment training and ongoing support.
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AASM Accredited Facility

We meet the highest standards of care required by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

How it works

Getting Better Sleep is Simple

Schedule Your Consultation

Call us at (205) 599-1020 to book your initial office visit. During this comprehensive interview, we'll discuss your sleep history and determine if a sleep study is needed.

Complete Your Sleep Study

If recommended, you'll spend a comfortable night in one of our state-of-the-art sleep suites while our certified technologists monitor your sleep patterns.

Start Your Treatment Plan

The morning after your study, you'll meet with your doctor to discuss results and begin your personalized treatment plan for better sleep.

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questions about Sleep Studies & Research

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect during my sleep study?
You’ll arrive at 8:00 PM, get settled in a private room, have electrodes attached for monitoring, sleep while being monitored, and meet with your doctor the next morning to discuss results and treatment options.
Will I be able to sleep normally during the study?
Our comfortable, hotel-like rooms and experienced staff help you sleep as naturally as possible. Most patients sleep adequately for accurate diagnosis, even in an unfamiliar environment.
How long do I have to wait for a sleep study appointment?
Our average wait time is approximately two weeks, significantly shorter than most other sleep centers in Alabama.
What types of sleep studies do you offer?

We provide diagnostic overnight PSG, MSLT for narcolepsy diagnosis, MWT for alertness testing, and CPAP titration studies, with your physician determining which tests you need.

Are clinical trials safe, and how do I qualify?

Our clinical trials follow strict FDA guidelines with certified research coordinators overseeing safety. Fill out the form here to express your interest.

Will my insurance cover sleep studies?

Most major insurance plans cover sleep studies when medically necessary. Our insurance specialists verify your benefits and handle pre-authorization requirements.

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Don't let another night of poor sleep affect your health, relationships, or quality of life any longer.

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