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New Entity Promises Patients State-of-the-Art Products and Services to Help Improve Sleep
NORWOOD, MA & WALLINGFORD, CT (Issued May 2014) -- National Sleep Therapy (NST) (www.nstherapy.com), a respected provider
of sleep therapy products and services based in Norwood, Mass., has acquired
Gaylord Sleep Medicine Equipment, one of Connecticut’s leading suppliers of
devices and services dealing with sleep disordered breathing. The newly-formed
entity will be doing business as Gaylord National Sleep Therapy through the end
of 2014, and thereafter, as National Sleep Therapy of Connecticut.
Gaylord Sleep Medicine was a division of Gaylord Hospital based
in Wallingford, CT, that operates four sleep labs. Sleep apnea patients will
continue to benefit from the highest quality programs, support and services
during a seamless transition period.
According to NST’s Vice President of Operations, Joseph
Zangrilli, “Gaylord Sleep and National Sleep Therapy have been working
collaboratively during the past year to develop a sleep equipment program that
is one of the best in the U. S. We believe the new combination will result in a
great patient experience and result in better outcomes.”
Zangrilli says the acquisition has been smooth as patient
supplies, device support, questions related to sleep and CPAP machines, and
billing are processed through the Gaylord National Sleep Therapy system which
was installed over the last several months. Zangrilli adds, “Patients are
already familiar with NST’s streamlined online payment system and electronic
invoices, have access to NST’s Respiratory Therapy staff, and benefit from
NST’s experienced team that handles insurance billing and paperwork.”
“We are pleased that our current partner will be taking care
of our patients’ sleep therapy needs now and into the future. They share our
mission and passion for treating people with respect and providing the utmost in
patient-centric care,” says Janine Epright, Vice President and CFO of Gaylord
Hospital.
Zangrilli encourages patients who have not recently been in
touch with Gaylord Sleep Medicine Equipment to contact them to hear about the
newer services they provide and to check if they may be due for their machine
function test and supply replacement.
It is estimated that more than 18 million American adults
have obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder in which breathing is briefly and
repeatedly interrupted during sleep. Chronic snoring is a strong indicator of
sleep apnea and should be evaluated by a health professional. Left untreated,
symptoms of sleep apnea can include excessive sleepiness during the day, high
blood pressure, heart disease, stroke or depression. Many traffic and work
accidents can be traced to people with sleep apnea. For example, It has been
determined that the NY commuter train engineer at the center of the train
derailment that killed four and injured 70 most likely suffered from severe
sleep apnea. In a subsequent sleep study, it was found that his sleep was disrupted 65 times per hour.
Zangrilli says the treatment of choice for sleep apnea is a continuous
positive airway pressure device (CPAP). CPAP therapy involves a mask that fits
over the nose and/or mouth with a device that gently blows air to help keep the
airway open during sleep. This method of treatment is highly effective. A sleep
study can determine if a person has apnea. Positive outcomes can come from
adhering to doctor’s recommendations and proper use of equipment.
Current Gaylord Sleep Medicine Equipment patients who need
to order CPAP supplies, have questions or want to confirm current insurance
information are asked to call 203-741-3300 or 888-867-8840.
National Sleep Therapy has earned a reputation as an
innovator in the sleep therapy field. Its pioneering monthly ‘CPAP Talk –
Live!’ town hall-style virtual support group attracts people from around the
country seeking information and advice about latest sleep apnea therapies and
devices. The call-in sessions feature expert guests and are held on the first
Wednesday of every month from 7 – 8 p.m. (ET). Sessions are free and open to
all. The last session drew participants from a dozen states.
The company sponsors a free monthly community
service, ‘CPAP Talk--Live!’ (www.cpaptalklive),
a virtual support group / free town hall forum-style conference call for anyone
with sleep apnea and those who want to learn more. The sessions are on
the first Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. ET (All are welcome to join the discussion. Just prior to the session, call
1-800.204.6655, enter access code 342-2187# ). Each session features guest experts plus questions submitted
by participants. To
sign up or for more information, visit www.cpaptalklive
or email info@cpaptalklive.com. Pre-registration
is requested though not required. During each session, one participant will win
a $25 Amazon gift card. Follow
latest updates at National Sleep Therapy’s Facebook page and follow
NST on Twitter.
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By Stanley Hurwitz / stanhurwitz@gmail.com / 508-269-0570
