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Medical Director, TIRR Memorial Hermann Neurological Sleep Medicine Center Sudha S. Tallavajhula, M.D., is a member of the faculty in the Department of Neurology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. She is the Medical Director of the Neurological Sleep Medicine Center at TIRR Memorial Hermann. Dr. Tallavajhula attended medical school at Chengalpattu Medical College in India and completed her Internship in Internal Medicine and Residency in Neurology at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She also underwent Fellowship training in Clinical Neurophysiology followed by Sleep Medicine at UT Houston Medical School. She is board certified by the American Board of Neurology. Dr. Tallavajhula's research interests are in epilepsy, sleep disorders, complementary and alternative methods for treatment of insomnia and sleep-disordered breathing and bidirectional relationship of sleep and traumatic brain injury. Dr. Tallavajhula specializes in early screening, diagnosis and management of sleep apnea in acute ischemic stroke patients to facilitate recovery from stroke. She also specializes in the incorporation of sleep medicine methodology in the development of innovative tools that enhance the recovery of patients with traumatic brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, post-traumatic headache and other neurological conditions. Her specialization in sleep disorders includes: Sleep-disordered breathing Hypersomnia Insomnia Sleep disorders in women Epilepsy Hypoventilation and other disorders of breathing in patients with neurological disabilities.
Dr. Tallavajhula is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Opisthotonos, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula by calling their office at 713-797-7742. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula 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. Sudha Tallavajhula specialize in?
While Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Opisthotonos, and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula accept my insurance?
Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-797-7742 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Tallavajhula isDistinguished. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
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- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.
- EpilepsyDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- OpisthotonosDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Opisthotonos.
- Partial Familial EpilepsyDr. Tallavajhula isAdvanced. Learn about Partial Familial Epilepsy.
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- Cerebral PalsyDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- Down SyndromeDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Down Syndrome.
- DrowsinessDr. Tallavajhula isExperienced. Learn about Drowsiness.