The 20 Best Drowsiness Doctors Near Me in Columbia, MD

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The 20 Best Drowsiness Doctors near Columbia, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Drowsiness near Columbia, MD. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Elliott N. Exar
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Neurology

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elliott Exar, M.D., is a pulmonologist specializing in sleep medicine. Dr. Exar treats patients with a variety of sleep disorders, including sleep apnea. He practices sleep medicine at the Johns Hopkins Center for Sleep at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center in Columbia. Dr. Exar earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and then completed an internship and residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. After his residency, Dr. Exar completed fellowships in pulmonary and critical care and sleep medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Exar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Central Sleep Apnea.

    Adil Degani
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

    5755 Cedar Lane, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adil Degani is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Degani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Narcolepsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Edward W. Schaefer
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Howard County Center For Lung And Sleep Medicine

    Columbia, MD 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Schaefer is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Schaefer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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    Rachel Salas
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    Columbia, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rachel Salas is a sleep medicine specialist at the Johns Hopkins Center for Sleep and Wellness in Maryland. Dr. Salas works with patients experiencing issues with their sleep, including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, snoring, circadian rhythm disorders, and restless legs syndrome (RLS). She has particular expertise in longstanding complex insomnia and RLS. Currently, she is only seeing patients through Telehealth/Telemedicine. Dr. Salas was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. She earned her medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where she also completed her Internal Medicine internship and Neurology residency. After her chief year, she came to Baltimore to complete her 2-year sleep medicine fellowship. She joined the Department of Neurology at Johns Hopkins in 2008. In 2018, she earned a Master of Medical Education at the Johns Hopkins School of Education. She is the past Director of the Neurology Clerkship (since 2010). She is a Past-Chair of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Consortium of Clerkship Directors and the current Chair of the Undergraduate Education Subcommittee. Dr. Salas is an appointed member of the Alliance for Clinical Education. She is also the founder and Co-Director of the Osler Apprenticeship Program (in Neurology), a medical education research program for senior medical students, and the PreDoc Program, a premedical college program. She is invested in an interprofessional approach to learning, focusing on teams comprising individuals from different backgrounds and skillsets to enhance patient care. Dr. Salas is a certified strengths and master professional life coach who uses a strength-based approach and coaching to connect to, support, and develop those involved with her educational mission and clinical practice. She is the past director of the Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice for the School of Medicine and a Co-Director for Interprofessional Teaming for the High-Value Practice Academic Alliance (HVPAA). Dr. Salas is a 2019-21 Josiah Macy Scholar, a 2019-20 AMA Health Systems Science Scholar, and a 2021 AΩA Leadership Fellow. Dr. Salas holds licenses to practice medicine in Maryland and Texas. This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida. Dr. Salas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, Narcolepsy, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Insomnia.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology

    NuVasive Clinical Services Monitoring

    10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Ste 300, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Soe Aung is a Neurologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Aung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Tumor, Tarlov Cysts, and Subependymoma.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Howard County Center For Lung And Sleep Medicine LLC

    10910 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaiser Ahmad is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cardiac Arrest, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Drowsiness, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine

    Maiden Choice Nuclear Imaging Center

    724 Maiden Choice Ln Ste 202, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodolfo Fernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Geriatrics
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Geriatrics

    Crossroads Medical Associates

    4801 Dorsey Hall Dr Ste 201, 
    Ellicott City, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Warren Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Anemia, and High Cholesterol.

    Mark Wu
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mark Wu specializes in sleep disorders and has a particular interest in narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnolence, circadian rhythm disorders, and familial sleepwalking. Dr. Mark Wu received his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. After completing his internship at Baylor, he went to UCLA for residency training in Neurology. He then completed a Sleep Medicine fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Narcolepsy.

    Tracey Stierer
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Anesthesiology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Tracey Smith Stierer is an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine and otolaryngology-head and neck cancer at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her area of clinical expertise is anesthesiology. Dr. Stierer serves as the director of the Division of Ambulatory Anesthesia and the director of clinical quality for the Division of Ambulatory Anesthesia in the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She earned her M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed two separate anesthesiology residencies at Johns Hopkins and a residency in anesthesiology and a residency in family practice at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Stierer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

    Cecilia S. Melendres
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Pulmonology

    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, Rubenstein BLDG Lower Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Dr. Maria Cecilia Melendres is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include pediatric pulmonary medicine and pediatric sleep medicine. Dr. Melendres earned her medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila. She completed residencies at the University of the Philippines and Johns Hopkins. She performed a fellowship in pediatric pulmonary medicine at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Melendres’ research interests include obstructive sleep apnea and narcolepsy. Dr. Melendres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Cerebral Hypoxia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Central Sleep Apnea.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension Saint Agnes Health Center Catonsville

    6501 Baltimore National Pike Ste D, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Levickas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Levickas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    110 S Paca St Fl 2, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avelino Verceles is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Verceles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus

    827 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Montserrat Diaz is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus

    827 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danielle Glick is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Glick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Central Sleep Apnea, and Drowsiness.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus

    827 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer So is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. So is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Anesthesiology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christy Deloris B. Gray is an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her area of clinical expertise is anesthesiology. She earned her M.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She completed her residency and a sleep medicine fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Gray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Ampullary Cancer, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mercy Personal Physicians At Glen Burnie

    7927 Ritchie Hwy, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roman Culjat is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Culjat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Drowsiness.

    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Drowsiness
    Sleep Medicine

    Olney Medical Group LLC

    3411 Olandwood Ct Ste 105, 
    Olney, MD 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aneesa Keya is a Sleep Medicine provider in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Keya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Insomnia.

    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Drowsiness
    Internal Medicine

    Nnaemeka Agajelu MD LLC

    85 Kindred Way Apt 101, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nnaemeka Agajelu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Agajelu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Drowsiness. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Drowsiness?

    Drowsiness refers to feeling more sleepy than normal during the day. People who are drowsy may fall asleep when they do not want to or at times which can lead to safety concerns.

    When should I see a Drowsiness doctor near Columbia, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Drowsiness doctor near Columbia, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Drowsiness doctors near Columbia, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Drowsiness doctors near Columbia, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Drowsiness doctor near Columbia, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Drowsiness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Drowsiness doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Drowsiness doctor near Columbia, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Drowsiness doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Drowsiness doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Drowsiness doctors near Columbia, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Drowsiness doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Drowsiness doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Drowsiness doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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