Dr. Edward Michaelson, MD

Dr. Edward Michaelson, MD is a Sleep Medicine physician dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive care at his clinic in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He is a registered provider with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Your general Sleep Medicine physician is your primary partner in preventing long-term health complications from sleep disorders, creating personalized long-term health plans, coordinating necessary screenings, and managing your overall wellness through collaboration with pulmonologists, neurologists, and otolaryngologists. He serves all ages and is committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach, creating a supportive environment where you feel empowered to take an active role in your long-term health. Please call (954) 633-3592 to confirm if he is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Edward Michaelson, MD is a pulmonologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL with over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1966 and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, and Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Pulmonary Disease by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, and Board Certified in Pulmonary Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Sleep Medicine by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. With this extensive experience, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to his patients and their families. He is committed to providing high-quality care that addresses the complexities of sleep medicine, empowering you to take control of your health journey. Dr. Michaelson provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Edward Michaelson is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Edward Michaelson can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Edward Michaelson provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Fatigue: Don't ignore persistent tiredness; it could indicate a sleep issue that needs attention to avoid long-term complications like heart disease or diabetes.
• Asthma: Asthma is a significant risk factor for sleep apnea, so effective asthma management is key to promoting healthy sleep and preventing serious long-term complications.
• Psychogenic Headache: Since psychogenic headaches can significantly impact sleep, seeking professional help to manage stress and other psychological factors can be a highly effective preventive measure.
• Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) can indirectly affect sleep by contributing to anxiety and stress, highlighting the importance of early mental health management to promote better sleep health.
• Impulse Control Disorders: Since impulse control disorders can affect your sleep, getting proper evaluation and treatment can help you achieve better sleep hygiene and avoid future sleep-related health complications.
• Self-Injury Behavior: Self-injury can disrupt sleep patterns and worsen existing sleep disorders, highlighting the importance of early intervention and mental health support for better sleep health.
• Catatonic Depression: Catatonic depression is a severe form of depression where a person experiences significant reductions in movement and responsiveness, highlighting the importance of early mental health screening to prevent long-term disability.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Edward Michaelson offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Diet Counseling: Early intervention is key: Diet counseling helps assess the link between nutrition and sleep disorders, allowing for timely intervention and improved sleep health.
• Nerve Conduction Studies: Take a proactive step towards better sleep: nerve conduction studies can identify nerve-related issues affecting sleep quality, allowing for timely intervention.
• Ventilator Management: By optimizing your ventilator settings, ventilator management contributes to better sleep, reducing daytime fatigue and improving overall well-being.
• Snoring Prevention: Take control of your sleep health by learning how to prevent snoring and potentially identify underlying sleep disorders.
• Adolescent Counseling: Invest in your adolescent's future by utilizing adolescent counseling to detect early signs of sleep disorders like insomnia or sleep apnea, leading to better overall health.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CTB-I): Proactively address your insomnia and improve your sleep quality with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a therapy proven to reduce insomnia symptoms.
• Neuropsychological Testing: Taking a proactive step towards better sleep, neuropsychological testing helps identify cognitive issues linked to sleep disorders, enabling early intervention and preventing long-term brain health problems.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Sleep Medicine in Florida.

Dr. Edward Michaelson is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• Recognizing persistent fatigue as a potential sleep issue, a patient proactively addressed the underlying cause, significantly reducing their risk of long-term health problems like heart disease and diabetes.
• By understanding and managing their asthma, a patient proactively reduced their risk of sleep apnea, improving their sleep quality and overall well-being. This proactive approach allowed them to focus on other aspects of their health and life, with confidence.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Sleep Medicine care with Dr. Edward Michaelson:

What is a Sleep Medicine specialist?

A sleep medicine specialist is a board-certified doctor who has specialized training in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Often coming from backgrounds in pulmonology, neurology, or otolaryngology, they offer a unique perspective to identify the root cause of your sleep problems.

What is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and why is it a health risk?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep due to a blocked airway. Untreated OSA is a major risk factor for high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Treatment is a critical step in preventing these serious long-term complications.

What happens during a sleep study (polysomnogram)?

During a sleep study, we monitor your brain waves, heart rate, breathing, and body movements overnight. This non-invasive test provides a complete picture of your sleep patterns, helping us diagnose sleep disorders accurately. This is the gold standard for developing an effective prevention plan.

How is chronic insomnia treated?

Treatment for chronic insomnia goes beyond just sleeping pills. Our practice emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a program that retrains the brain and body for healthy sleep by addressing the thoughts and behaviors that interfere with it. This is typically the first-line, most effective long-term treatment.

Why would a Neurologist be involved in my sleep care?

Neurologists, like Dr. Michaelson, specialize in the brain and nervous system. They are uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat sleep disorders originating from the brain's control centers, such as narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, and parasomnias.

What is a circadian rhythm disorder?

Circadian rhythm disorders are problems with the body's internal 24-hour clock, often causing a misalignment between our internal schedule and the outside world. A sleep specialist can help identify and treat these disorders using strategies like light therapy and timed melatonin to reset your body's clock.

What is the difference between a home sleep apnea test and an in-lab study?

A home sleep apnea test is a simpler screening tool for straightforward obstructive sleep apnea. An in-lab study is a more comprehensive test used for complex cases or to diagnose other sleep disorders like narcolepsy or parasomnias.

What is narcolepsy?

Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological condition where the brain struggles to regulate sleep-wake cycles, leading to excessive daytime sleepiness and sometimes cataplexy. While there's no cure, a sleep specialist can create a management plan with medication and lifestyle strategies to help prevent symptoms from impacting daily life.

2030 W McNab Rd
Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
Phone: (954) 633-3592

Dr. Edward Michaelson, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1013909977

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Sleep Medicine like Dr. Edward Michaelson are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your sleep medicine about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.