Dr. Mohamad Shahrour, MD

Dr. Mohamad Shahrour, MD is a Sleep Medicine physician dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive care at his Lakeland, FL clinic. He is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices 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. Currently, Dr. Shahrour is not accepting new patients, but you can call (863) 680-7426 to inquire about waitlists or future openings.

Dr. Mohamad Shahrour, MD is an internist in Lakeland, FL, and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shahrour has extensive experience in Respiratory Tract Conditions, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Sleep Apnea. With over 35 years of dedicated experience in Sleep Medicine care, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to his patients and their families. He earned his medical degree from Damascus University in 1989, completing an internship at Meridia Huron Hospital in 1992, and further specializing with fellowship training in Ny Hospital in 1994. He is Board Certified in Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with Lakeland Regional Medical Center and South Florida Baptist Hospital. He is not accepting new patients. Dr. Shahrour offers consultations in Arabic.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Mohamad Shahrour 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. Mohamad Shahrour 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. Mohamad Shahrour 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:

• Asthma: Asthma, if left unmanaged, can disrupt your sleep due to coughing and breathlessness, highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment for better overall health.
• Chronic Bronchiolitis: Early diagnosis of chronic bronchiolitis is key to slowing disease progression and preventing further damage, improving your quality of life and overall health.
• Chronic Sinusitis: Managing chronic sinusitis effectively is crucial for preventing further complications, including sleep disruption, which can impact your overall well-being and energy levels.
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): Protecting your lungs through preventive measures like avoiding smoking and managing respiratory infections can help prevent COPD, which can significantly affect your sleep quality and overall health.
• Insomnia: Preventing the negative consequences of insomnia, such as impaired cognitive function and increased risk of accidents, starts with proactive management strategies.
• Narcolepsy: By identifying and managing narcolepsy early, you can take control of your sleep and significantly decrease the chances of developing serious health complications, like depression and anxiety.
• Primary Insomnia: Don't let primary insomnia disrupt your life. Taking steps to address this sleep disorder early on can significantly reduce your risk of developing chronic health conditions and improve your quality of life.
• Psychophysiologic Insomnia: By recognizing the signs of psychophysiologic insomnia—where your mind's focus on sleeplessness prevents sleep—you can take steps to manage your anxiety and improve your sleep quality, preventing further health complications.
• Sleep Apnea: Managing sleep apnea proactively through lifestyle changes and/or medical intervention significantly reduces your risk of developing hypertension, heart failure, and other life-threatening conditions.
• Tobacco Use Disorder: By quitting tobacco, you improve your overall health and reduce the chances of developing sleep disturbances linked to smoking.
• Wheezing: Catching wheezing early is key to preventing more serious sleep problems. It could indicate a condition needing treatment to ensure you get restful, restorative sleep.

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. Mohamad Shahrour offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Bronchoscopy: A bronchoscopy is a procedure that allows doctors to visually examine your airways to detect and address potential breathing problems that might be impacting your sleep.
• Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP): CPAP therapy uses gentle air pressure to keep your airway open while you sleep, helping prevent pauses in breathing and improving your overall sleep quality.
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services: Take a proactive step towards better lung health with pulmonary rehabilitation; it helps identify and manage breathing problems that can impact sleep quality.
• Respiratory Management: Ensure your airways are clear and functioning properly through respiratory assessment; early detection of sleep-related breathing issues can significantly improve your overall well-being.
• Sleep Study: Take a proactive step towards better health with a sleep study: it's a diagnostic tool that screens for hidden sleep problems that could impact your overall well-being.
• Ventilator Management: Regular ventilator management checks can detect early signs of problems and help adjust your treatment, preventing potential health crises.
• Marital and Family Psychotherapy: Strengthen family bonds and improve sleep simultaneously with marital and family psychotherapy; it can uncover hidden stress contributing to sleep disorders.

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. Mohamad Shahrour 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:

• By proactively addressing potential asthma triggers and developing a personalized sleep plan, a patient experienced fewer nighttime coughing episodes and improved overall sleep quality, significantly reducing the risk of asthma exacerbations.
• By scheduling regular checkups and following a personalized care plan, a family proactively managed potential triggers for chronic bronchiolitis, ensuring a healthier future for their child. This proactive approach allowed the family to focus on their child's overall well-being and enjoy greater peace of mind.

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. Mohamad Shahrour:

What is a Sleep Medicine specialist?

A sleep medicine specialist is a board-certified doctor who has completed additional training to diagnose and treat sleep disorders. They often have backgrounds in pulmonology, neurology, or otolaryngology (ENT), allowing them to provide a comprehensive approach to finding the underlying 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)?

A sleep study, or polysomnogram, is a safe, non-invasive overnight test. It monitors your brain waves, heart rate, breathing, and body movements to understand your sleep patterns. This comprehensive evaluation is the gold standard for diagnosing sleep disorders, allowing us to create a personalized prevention plan.

What is an oral appliance for sleep apnea?

An oral appliance is a custom-fitted device, similar to a mouthguard, made by a specially trained dentist. It gently shifts the lower jaw forward, keeping the airway open during sleep. This can be a comfortable and portable alternative to CPAP for patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea.

What is a Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)?

The Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) is a daytime test, often following an overnight sleep study. It involves a series of scheduled naps to objectively measure how quickly you fall asleep in quiet settings. This test is primarily used to diagnose conditions like narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia.

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 develop a management plan using medication and lifestyle strategies to help prevent symptoms from significantly impacting daily life.

What is a circadian rhythm disorder?

Circadian rhythm disorders are problems with the body's internal 24-hour clock, often causing a misalignment between this internal clock and the external environment, like delayed sleep phase in night owls. A sleep specialist can help reset this clock through strategies such as light therapy and timed melatonin.

Can lifestyle changes like weight loss help sleep apnea?

Yes, significantly. Excess weight can narrow the airway, and for many patients, even a moderate amount of weight loss can dramatically reduce or even eliminate sleep apnea, preventing the need for other therapies.

1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland FL 33805
Phone: (863) 680-7426

Dr. Mohamad Shahrour, 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): 1689913758

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. Mohamad Shahrour 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.