New Kids on the Block: Could Your 2nd “Hidden” Tonsils Be Causing Snoring or Sleep Apnea?
Most people are aware of tonsils that are present in the back of the throat. Tonsils are often the cause of sore throat and sometimes strep throat, which is painful and requires antibiotic treatment. Sometimes tonsils also accumulate debris and form little pockets that fill with white or yellow cheesy material, known as tonsiliths or… Read More
Many People Learned About Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea At Our Free Event.
On Thursday, June 14, 2018, Dr. Michael Friedman, Dr. T.K. Venkatesan, and Dr. Claire Kenneally held a free community education event at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Olson Auditorium to to discuss Inspire Therapy, a groundbreaking treatment for people who struggle with Sleep Apnea.
On June 14, 2018, Learn About Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea at our Free Community Information Event
If you or a loved one is struggling with Sleep Apnea, this is the informative discussion that may change your world. You may have heard about Inspire Therapy on the radio, and perhaps even read about it. Now, Chicago ENT and Dr. Michael Friedman are hosting a free Community Education Event on Thursday, June 14,… Read More
Understanding CPAP
Featuring Dr. Friedman This video features the most up-to-date information and how to use a CPAP machine.
Sleepless in Chicago
It’s No Love Story! March 11-17th is National Sleep Awareness Week. The experts at Chicago ENT and Chicago Sleep Center are taking the opportunity this week to raise awareness about the importance of sleep and how sleep plays a critical role in our health.
Why Are More Women with OSA Misdiagnosed?
Women and Sleep Apnea When we think about someone suffering with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), we often picture an older, heavyset male with a thick neckline and a ground-shaking snore. While this mental picture fits the medical description of a patient suffering from sleep apnea, it by no means paints the complete picture of most… Read More
