Dr. Ruchir P. Patel, the real sleep doc

Dr. Ruchir P. Patel, the real sleep doc

Hello, I am Dr. Patel, a sleep physician ready to talk to you about all things related to sleep providing you real information from a trusted authority in a light and easy to digest manner. Let's talk about sleep!

Episodes

November 6, 2024 23 mins

Wondering how different substances like alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and others impact your sleep quality? In this video, we dive into the effects of alcohol, marijuana, and stimulants like cocaine on your sleep cycles and overall rest. Learn how these substances affect your ability to fall asleep, stay asleep, and achieve deep, restorative sleep. If you're curious about how these drugs can disrupt your sleep patterns and what ...

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In this episode, Dr. Ruchir dives deep into the causes, effects, and solutions for snoring and sleep apnea. He explains how these common sleep disruptions impact not only our rest but our overall health. Dr. Ruchir breaks down the signs of sleep apnea, the risks associated with untreated cases, and when it’s time to seek help. Tune in to learn about effective treatments, lifestyle adjustments, and tips for a better night's sle...

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Wondering how different substances like alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and others impact your sleep quality? In this video, we dive into the effects of alcohol, marijuana, and stimulants like cocaine on your sleep cycles and overall rest. Learn how these substances affect your ability to fall asleep, stay asleep, and achieve deep, restorative sleep. If you're curious about how these drugs can disrupt your sleep patterns and what ...

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In this episode, we sit down with renowned sleep specialist Dr. Ruchir P. Patel to discuss everything you need to know about insomnia including what is the definition of insomnia, etiologies, and potential ways to combat chronic insomnia. From insomnia to sleep apnea, Dr. Patel dives deep into the causes, symptoms, and treatments for sleep disorders that affect millions worldwide. Discover how poor sleep impacts your health, produc...

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Welcome to this episode of *The Real Sleep Doc*, hosted by Dr. Ruchir P. Patel, a renowned sleep medicine specialist with a deep focus on neuromodulation therapies for sleep apnea, insomnia, and mental health. In today's episode, aptly titled "Mental Health and Sleep," Dr. Patel delves into the intricate and bidirectional relationship between sleep quality and mental health. Highlighting the conundrum of whether slee...

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Welcome to another episode of "The Real Sleep Doc" podcast. Today, we're talking all things melatonin. I'm your host, Dr. Ruchir P. Patel, a sleep medicine specialist, and I’ve been getting a ton of questions about melatonin in my clinic and even in casual conversations. It seems to have become the go-to over-the-counter supplement for sleep, but is it really the benign 'vitamin' for sleep as many beli...

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Welcome to "The Real Sleep Doc" podcast! I'm your host, Ruchir Patel, and today we're diving into the world of sleep with my special guest and spouse, Rachel Patel. In this episode, titled "A Doctor’s Own CPAP Experience: Insights and Empathy from himself and his wife," we're unpacking our personal battles with sleep disorders and the journey we took to reclaiming our nights and, consequently, our...

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