Dr. Andrew R. Spector
Overview
I am passionate about sleep and helping patients achieve good sleep so they can be healthier and feel better during the day. I have particular interests in treating patients with obstructive and central sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, and idiopathic hypersomnia. For patients with sleep apnea who haven't done well with treatment in the past, I can often help make positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy more tolerable and effective. My approach to patients is to spend time gathering information from patients and their families. Families can provide very helpful information about patients' sleep that patients might not be aware of themselves. I then work with patients to develop a treatment that is mutually agreeable, as I think it's important for patients to understand and agree with their treatment plans. Whenever possible, I avoid using medications as most sleep problems can be improved without them.
Dr. Spector is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome, Central Sleep Apnea, REM Behavior Disorder, and Septoplasty.
Dr. Spector is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology, Sleep Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles.
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234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713
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Dr. Spector has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew R. Spector
Is Dr. Andrew R. Spector a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew R. Spector is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andrew R. Spector specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew R. Spector is a Sleep Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome, and Central Sleep Apnea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sleep Medicine.
Does Dr. Andrew R. Spector participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew R. Spector has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew R. Spector's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew R. Spector accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew R. Spector accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Spector isDistinguished. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Advanced
- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Spector isAdvanced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Spector isAdvanced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- Experienced
- ADULT SyndromeDr. Spector isExperienced. Learn about ADULT Syndrome.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- ChickenpoxDr. Spector isExperienced. Learn about Chickenpox.
- DrowsinessDr. Spector isExperienced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- EncephalitisDr. Spector isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- EpilepsyDr. Spector isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.