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General Practitioner/Referring Doctor FAQs
What symptoms do I look for in a patient suspected of suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)?
The most common patient symptoms are:
Snoring
Witnessed apneas
Nocturnal gasping/choking
Day time lethargy/sleepiness
Is OSA linked to car accidents?
Yes, a person with OSA is 7 times more likely to have a car accident.
Is OSA linked to obesity?
Yes, obese patients are far more likely to suffer from OSA, especially those with neck sizes 43 cm or greater.
Where do I send patients for testing?
Doctors can refer directly to ResSleep Clinics for a Medicare rebated home sleep test. All test results are prepared and reported by a qualified local Sleep Physician, and are sent back to referring doctor within 2 weeks after the test is undertaken.
Where do I send patients once they have been tested?
Send them to the nearest ResSleep clinic to talk to a Dentist about Oral Device options or a Therapist for a CPAP/APAP treatment trial.
Can I get a ResSleep referral pad sent directly to me?
Yes we will gladly send one out to you, please call us on 1300 WAKE UP (1300 925 387) or email info@ressleep.com.au
Is snoring or drowsiness causing problems in your life?
See if you or a loved one could be among the 1 in 5 Australians suffering from sleep apnea.
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