
Overview
Mihaela Bazalakova, MD, is a UW Health neurologist and sleep medicine doctor. Dr. Bazalakova is also an associate professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She cares for patients with insomnia, fatigue, excessive sleepiness, sleep apnea (disrupted breathing during sleep), restless legs syndrome and other sleep disorders. She has a special interest in treating pregnancy-related sleep apnea for healthier pregnancies, deliveries and babies.Dr. Bazalakova evaluates symptoms such as snoring, difficulty falling or staying asleep and excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue. She listens to patients’ concerns and educates them about their condition and healthy sleep habits. She discusses possible treatment approaches such as lifestyle changes, medication, medical devices and overnight sleep-clinic evaluation. When diagnosing patients, Dr. Bazalakova assesses whether their sleep disorders might be symptoms of, or worsening, other medical conditions.In addition to patient care and teaching, Dr. Bazalakova researches sleep patterns during pregnancy and the effect of sleep disturbances on pregnancy health and outcomes.Outside of work, Dr. Bazalakova enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and exploring new cuisines and music.I just love being able to help my patients feel better and live their best lives.
Dr. Bazalakova is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
Dr. Bazalakova is board certified in Neurology and Sleep Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bazalakova is currently accepting new patients.
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6001 Research Park Blvd, Madison, WI 53719
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
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Thomas Berentsen is fellowship-trained and board certified in neurology. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health-Madison. Dr. Berentsen completed his internship in internal medicine at Southern Illinois University in Springfield, IL. He completed his residency and fellowship in neurology at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA. Berentsen's practice is focused on epilepsy in adults and children, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, sleep disorders, headache in adults and children, multiple sclerosis, Botox injections, and attention deficit disorders in adults. He also performs EEG and EMG-NCV testing, video-EEG monitoring, and polysomnography testing/studies. In his free time, Dr. Berentsen enjoys skiing, golf, music, traveling, and hiking. Dr. Berentsen is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dravet Syndrome, Memory Loss, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Lafora Disease.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova by calling their office at 608-232-3333. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova is classified as an Advanced 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. Mihaela H. Bazalakova specialize in?
While Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova is a Sleep Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Restless Legs Syndrome, and Drowsiness. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sleep Medicine.
Does Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova accept my insurance?
Dr. Mihaela H. Bazalakova accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-232-3333 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Bazalakova isAdvanced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
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- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- DrowsinessDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- EncephalitisDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Encephalitis.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic SeizuresDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal CrisisDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis.
- InsomniaDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Memory LossDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Rasmussen EncephalitisDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Rasmussen Encephalitis.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- SeizuresDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Status EpilepticusDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about Status Epilepticus.
- West SyndromeDr. Bazalakova isExperienced. Learn about West Syndrome.

