In this episode we discuss snoring, a problem that affects nearly 50% of Americans at some points in their lives. While, for most men, snoring is annoying problem that can put a strain on their relationship, for some men snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, a much more serious condition that can have serious health consequences. So how can you tell the difference between snoring and sleep apnea? What can you do to prevent snoring and treat it when necessary? In order to help us answer these questions, we turned to a true expert.
Eric Kezirian, MD
Dr Eric Kezirian is clinical professor of otolaryngology at USC. Dr Kezirian earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and then completed his residency training in otolaryngology at the University of Washington. He then completed a fellowship in sleep surgery at Stanford University. His research has addressed the most important questions in the field of sleep medicine, including how surgeons should choose procedures, how well surgery works, and the development of new treatments. Dr. Kezirian’s research has been supported by the National Institutes of Health, the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Triological Society. He is a Past President of the International Surgical Sleep Society, the world’s premiere organization dedicated to sleep surgery.