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SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Sleep Center proudly celebrated its newly upgraded facility. Hospital leadership, along with sleep medicine providers and clergy, came together to unveil the remodeled sleep clinic accommodations. They also honored the hospital's foundation as a faith-based health care ministry with a blessing ceremony held in the newly renovated patient rooms.

SSM Health sleep studies are conducted by a qualified sleep technologist and interpreted by experienced physicians, trained in sleep medicine. Sleep studies are available during both daytime and nighttime to accommodate all work shifts. Patients can expect diagnostic testing with advanced equipment to monitor sleep patterns, blood oxygen levels, and body movements. Conditions your sleep study may look for, include:

Insomnia
Sleep apnea
Restless leg syndrome
Periodic limb movement
Narcolepsy
Sleepwalking
Night terrors
Bedwetting  

“I am excited about the new remodel. Patient experience is one of our top priorities. This renovation will help patients, especially our pediatric patients, feel more comfortable while undergoing a sleep study,” says Andy Davis, Regional Manager of Neurology and Sleep Services at SSM Health in Southern Illinois.

Good sleep is vital to overall wellness and SSM Health is committed to helping patients get the sleep needed to live their healthiest life. SSM Health sleep specialists are trained to identify and diagnose sleep-related disorders helping patients create a plan for better sleep. If you are experiencing a sleep problem, speak with your primary care provider today about how to get started, or call 618-436-8635.