Evidence-Based Strategies for Addressing Sleep Disturbances in Clinical Practice

Evidence-Based Strategies for Addressing Sleep Disturbances in Clinical Practice is organized by Collaborative Education (CE).

Description:
Sleep disturbances and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are often overlooked and underdiagnosed - especially in women and patients with complex, comorbid conditions. This 2-hour webinar offers a practical, evidence-informed guide to screening, assessment, and integrative treatment strategies for insomnia and OSA. You’ll explore clinical tools, lab testing, collaborative care models, and the latest in naturopathic support - covering lifestyle, nutrition, supplementation, and cardiometabolic considerations. Case studies will bring it all together so you can confidently support better sleep for your patients.

Learning Objectives:

1. How to screen for and assess sleep disturbances in clinical practice.
2. Review the existing evidence for supportive naturopathic strategies to address sleep disturbances.
3. Review the evidence for using prescription sleep aids and integrative care in the management of sleep disturbances.
4. How to accurately identify and diagnose obstructive sleep apnea, with particular attention to diagnosis in women, those with co-morbid conditions increasing risk and the complex patient.
5. How to collaborate and work integratively with your patient’s other healthcare providers in the
6. diagnosis and management of insomnia and OSA.
7. How to assess and support your patients cardiometabolic health while also managing their OSA.
8. Review evidence-based and integrative approaches to supporting and addressing OSA in clinical practice, including medical devices, lifestyle guidelines, nutrition and dietary habits, as well as sleep position supports.

Course Topics 
Mental Health, Primary Care, Lifestyle Medicine