The 20 Best Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Doctors Near Me in Panama City, FL

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 555 doctor with experience in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness near Panama City, FL. Of these, 433 are Experienced, 105 are Advanced and 17 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Respiratory Critical Care And Sleep Medicine Associates Inc

    1443 San Marco Blvd, Ste 101, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Alvarez is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Alvarez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Lung Metastases.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pccc Of Volusia LLC

    575 N Clyde Morris Blvd Ste B, 
    Daytona Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodossis Zacharis is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dr. Zacharis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Bronchiectasis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Zacharis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zacharis is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pccc Of Volusia LLC

    780 Dunlawton Ave Ste 1, 
    Port Orange, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajesh Ailani is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Port Orange, Florida. Dr. Ailani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Asthma, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Ailani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ailani is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3450 11th Ct Ste 203, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hermes Velasquez is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Velasquez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    311 Tamiami Trl N Ste 100, 
    Naples, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Valle is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Naples, Florida. Dr. Valle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Central Sleep Apnea.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Central Florida Sleep Diagnostic & Treatment Center

    799 Overlook Dr, 
    Winter Haven, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Perwaiz Rahim is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Winter Haven, Florida. Dr. Rahim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Atypical Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Dr. Rahim is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease) and AB Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine).

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Bernard F Germain MD PA

    13801 Bruce B Downs Blvd Ste 204, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Newton is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Newton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Accent Physician Specialists

    4340 Newberry Road, 
    Gainesville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Phillips is an Otolaryngologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Phillips is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Tampa Bay Pulmonary Medicine, PA

    402 Noland Dr, 
    Brandon, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivan Ackerman is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brandon, Florida. Dr. Ackerman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Ackerman is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease), and AB Internal Medicine (Sleep Medicine).

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Referral may be required

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Ortiz is a physician in the Sleep Center at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He joined the medical staff in 2018. He sees patients at the main campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, as well as at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care, East Lake. Dr. Ortiz earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester. He completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the Charleston Area Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. He also completed a fellowship in sleep medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. His clinical interests include narcolepsy, hypersomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, and skeletal dysplasias. His research interests include examining the interaction of sleep disorders on chronic pediatric diseases such bronchopulmonary dysphasia, asthma, and developmental delay. He has worked extensively in creating educational content for people with narcolepsy as well as advocating for patients with rare diseases. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Back to school sleep routine, WTSP -TV (August 4, 2022) Sleep expert tackles back-to-school bedtime help, WTSP -TV (August 3, 2021) Melatonin overdoses in children increase over last 10 years, study finds, WTVT - TV (June 7, 2022) Melatonin poisonings skyrocket, WTVT - TV (July 7, 2022). Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Narcolepsy, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Ortiz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Diego Maldonado is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Maldonado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Pneumonia, Emphysema, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Maldonado is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2008.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Orlando Health Medical Group Lung And Sleep Medicine

    1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Orlando Ruiz-Rodriguez, MD, FCCP, is a board-certified pulmonary/critical care/sleep medicine specialist with Orlando Health Medical Group Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. He specializes in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. He also provides critical care to patients with critical medical illness and acute or life-threatening pulmonary conditions.Critical Care MedicineOne area Dr. Ruiz-Rodriguez specializes in is critical care medicine, treating patients suffering from life threatening medical conditions and severely worsening pulmonary disease. Such patients usually are admitted through the emergency department and then transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU). Here he will stabilize, diagnose and treat patients with acute and life-threatening conditions, and he works closely with a group of specialists to provide the best level of care possible to these patients. Dr. Ruiz-Rodriguez’s TrainingDr. Ruiz-Rodriguez earned his medical degree from the Universidad Central del Caribe, School of Medicine followed by a residency in internal medicine at the University of Puerto Rico, both located in San Juan. He then completed a fellowship in pulmonary medicine at Texas A & M College of Medicine in Texas and another in critical care at St. Louis University in Missouri.About Dr. Ruiz-RodriguezDr. Ruiz-Rodriguez is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and recognized by the American Board of Internal Medicine as a diplomate in the areas of pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine and sleep medicine.He also is a member of several professional organizations, including the Society of Critical Care Medicine, World Association of Bronchology, American Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology, American College of Chest Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and American Thoracic Society.In addition to previously being recognized by the Consumer’s Research Council of America as one of “America’s Top Physicians�?, Dr. Ruiz-Rodriguez is currently a member of the teaching faculty for the Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center Pulmonary Fellowship Program.He is fluent in both English and Spanish. Dr. Ruiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Pulmonary Nocardiosis, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Ruiz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - CCM, American Board Of Internal Medicine-Pulmonary Dis, and American Board Of Internal Medicine-Sleep Medicine.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Orlando Health Medical Group Lung And Sleep Medicine

    1222 S. Orange Ave., 2nd Floor, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziad R. Mattar, MD, FCCP, is a board-certified pulmonologist, critical care and sleep medicine physician with the Orlando Health Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Group. He also serves as the medical director of pulmonary rehabilitation at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC). His areas of interest include critical care, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease and sleep medicine.Treatment for Lungs and Breathing DisordersDr. Mattar diagnoses and treats all types of diseases and conditions affecting the lungs and breathing. A few of the tests and procedures he performs include:Sleep studies (polysomnography, MSLT, MWT, CPAP, BiPAP and NIPPV) Diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, transbronchial biopsy Endobronchial ultrasonography (EBUS) Full pulmonary function testingDr. Mattar’s TrainingDr. Mattar completed a residency in internal medicine at Medical University of Ohio in Toledo, where he was recognized as Resident of the Year. He then served as chief resident of internal medicine and completed a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at the University of Toledo.About Dr. MattarDr. Mattar is a fellow of the College of Chest Physicians (FCCP) and board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. He is active in his profession as member of the American College of Chest Physicians, American Thoracic Society, Society of Critical Care Medicine, and American Academy of Sleep Medicine.Additionally, he is an assistant clinical professor of internal medicine at the University of Central Florida, University of Florida in Gainesville, and Florida State University in Tallahassee.Dr. Mattar has published his work in many peer-reviewed journals and is fluent in English, French, Russian, Arabic and Spanish. Dr. Mattar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Mattar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine Critical Care, American Board Of Internal Medicine-Pulmonary Dis, American Board Of Sleep Medicine, and Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Referral may be required

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Adriana Rodriguez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. She is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vertebral Artery Dissection, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Rodriguez is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 2013.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th Street, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Murray is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Murray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Emphysema, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Murray is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2009.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Orlando Health Medical Group Lung And Sleep Medicine - Orange City

    2565 Enterprise Rd., Suite 400, 
    Orange City, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rishi K. Sehgal, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in pulmonary and sleep medicine with Orlando Health Medical Group. He cares for patients with injuries or diseases of organs in the thorax or chest and sleep-related disorders.Dr. Sehgal earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. George’s, Grenada, West Indies. He graduated cum laude from State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook with a bachelor’s of science degree in biology and completed his residency in internal medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center.Dr. Sehgal has completed fellowships in hepatology at AdventHealth Orlando, pulmonary disease at University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, sleep medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, and critical care medicine at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center.He is also board certified in sleep medicine, internal medicine and pulmonary disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Thoracic Society, and American College of Chest Physicians. He has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented his work nationally and internationally. Dr. Sehgal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Sehgal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine Critical Care, American Board Of Internal Medicine-Pulmonary Dis, American Board Of Internal Medicine-Sleep Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Pulmonary Disease.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Family Health Center, Stuart

    3801 South Kanner Highway, 
    Stuart, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Pugh is a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Pugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Emphysema, and Bullae. Dr. Pugh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2009.

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Tampa Pulmonary & Sleep Specialists

    4620 N Habana Ave, Ste 101, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shan Cheng is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Cheng is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease), AB Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine), and AB Internal Medicine (Sleep Medicine).

    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital

    900 NW 17th St, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Naresh Punjabi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Punjabi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Central Sleep Apnea, and Restless Legs Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    HCA Florida Capital Primary Care - Chattahoochee

    7003 NW 11th Pl Ste 1, 
    Gainesville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Auerbach is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Auerbach is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Emphysema.

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    Which doctors treat excessive daytime sleepiness?   

    • Primary Care Physicians (PCP) are doctors who serve as the primary point of care. They help patients manage their overall health and can refer them to the right specialist as needed. 
    • Neurologists are brain doctors who treat excessive daytime sleepiness if it’s related to neurological disorders like narcolepsy, a condition that causes sudden attacks of sleep, or central sleep apnea, which happens when the brain doesn’t send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing.  

    What causes Excessive Daytime Sleepiness?  

    Excessive daytime sleepiness – also called hypersomnia – can be caused by different things, including sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or insomnia. It can happen if someone doesn’t get enough sleep, has poor-quality sleep, or has a health condition such as chronic fatigue syndrome or major depression. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.   

    What are the symptoms of excessive daytime sleepiness?  

    Signs or symptoms vary from person to person. They can include: 

    • Being very sleepy even after getting enough sleep 
    • Trouble staying awake while working, studying, or watching TV 
    • Nodding off during situations when staying awake is important 
    • Finding it hard to focus on tasks or pay attention 
    • Feeling grumpy or experiencing sudden mood swings 

    How is excessive daytime sleepiness treated?  

    The treatment for excessive daytime sleepiness depends on what’s causing it. A doctor will create a treatment plan based on what each person needs. Treatment options include:  

    • Addressing any underlying sleep disorders 
    • Using medications to help stay awake 

    What is the difference between fatigue and excessive daytime sleepiness?

    Fatigue is when someone feels extremely tired or has no energy. Excessive daytime sleepiness means a person is having a hard time staying awake during the day even after getting enough sleep. Fatigue can be both mental and physical, but excessive daytime sleepiness is specifically related to falling asleep or feeling very sleepy during the day.

    When should I see an Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor near Panama City, FL?

    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 an Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor near Panama City, FL?

    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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctors near Panama City, FL?

    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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctors near Panama City, FL?

    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 an Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor near Panama City, FL?

    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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Excessive Daytime Sleepiness 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 an Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor near Panama City, FL?

    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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness 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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness 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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctors near Panama City, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Excessive Daytime Sleepiness 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 an Excessive Daytime Sleepiness doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Excessive Daytime Sleepiness 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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