Dr. Robert Dudley, MD

Dr. Robert Dudley, MD is a Sleep Medicine physician dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive care at his clinic in Delray Beach, FL. He is a registered provider with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under 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. Dr. Dudley is not currently accepting new patients, but you can call (561) 740-2004 to inquire about waitlists or future openings.

Dr. Robert Dudley, MD is a family medicine physician in Delray Beach, FL with over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1997 and is affiliated with Bethesda Hospital East and Boca Raton Regional Hospital. With over 25 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 completed his residency training in Sleep Medicine at Phoenix Baptist Hospital and Medical Center in 2000, specializing in the comprehensive medical care of all ages. He is Board Certified in Family Practice, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine, and Sleep Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He practices state-of-the-art medicine with old-fashioned personal attention, combining the best in medical expertise and new advances with the best in bedside care. Dr. Dudley understands that every patient has unique needs and prioritizes personal attention. As part of MSPB, he is committed to delivering cost-effective, quality care in a healing environment, with seamless coordination of care through MSPB's extensive network. Dr. Robert Dudley provides consultations primarily in English.

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

• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD): Because ADD can affect sleep patterns and daytime functioning, addressing it through appropriate support and treatment improves sleep quality, reducing risks associated with sleep deprivation.
• Anxiety: Because anxiety significantly impacts sleep quality, addressing it through therapy or other means can help prevent long-term health complications stemming from sleep deprivation.
• ADHD and-or ADD: Untreated ADHD or ADD can lead to poor sleep hygiene and increase the likelihood of developing sleep disorders, highlighting the need for proactive intervention to maintain good sleep health.
• Depression: Depression can disrupt your sleep patterns, leading to fatigue and impacting your daily life; addressing depression proactively is crucial for preventing long-term health issues related to poor sleep quality.
• Depressive Disorders: Managing depressive disorders is vital for preventing long-term health complications, including sleep problems like insomnia, which can affect your energy levels and quality of life.
• Tension Headache: By managing tension headaches effectively, you can avoid the sleep disturbances and fatigue that can worsen your overall health.
• Chronic Depression (Dysthymia): Chronic depression, or dysthymia, can significantly impact your sleep, making it harder to get restful nights and increasing your risk for other health problems; early detection and treatment are key to preventing long-term complications.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Don't let persistent, unexplained tiredness control your life; addressing chronic fatigue syndrome early on can help you regain energy and prevent serious complications down the line.
• Tobacco Use Disorder: Quitting tobacco use is crucial for preventing sleep apnea and other sleep disorders, as smoking significantly increases your risk.
• Fibromyalgia: Effective fibromyalgia management, through a combination of therapies and self-care, can help prevent the progression of pain and fatigue, allowing you to live a fuller life.
• Sleep Apnea: Sleep apnea is a serious condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, and early diagnosis and treatment can prevent heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
• 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.

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

• Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling: This brief screening helps determine if alcohol or substance use is interfering with your sleep and provides personalized guidance to improve your sleep hygiene and overall 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.
• Home Sleep Study: Prevent future health issues by participating in a home sleep study; this straightforward test can reveal underlying sleep disorders, leading to better health and improved quality of life.
• Memory Evaluation: By assessing your memory, we can identify any connections to sleep disorders and develop a personalized plan to improve your sleep quality and memory function.
• Psychiatric Evaluation: Taking proactive steps like a psychiatric evaluation can screen for mental health issues linked to sleep problems, enabling early intervention and better management of sleep disorders.
• Psychological Evaluation: This assessment helps determine if anxiety, depression, or other psychological factors are disrupting your sleep, enabling early intervention and improved sleep hygiene.
• Sleep Study: Invest in your health with a sleep study; this comprehensive assessment helps identify and address sleep disorders, contributing to better health outcomes and increased longevity.
• Smoking Cessation Counseling: Take control of your health by getting personalized guidance and support to quit smoking and improve your sleep quality.

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. Robert Dudley 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 ADD through a personalized sleep plan, a patient experienced improved sleep quality and reduced daytime challenges, leading to a more focused and fulfilling life.
• Recognizing the link between anxiety and sleep, a patient proactively addressed their concerns through therapy, significantly reducing their risk of long-term sleep-related health issues. This proactive approach fostered a sense of calm and control over their well-being.

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. Robert Dudley:

What is a Sleep Medicine specialist?

A sleep medicine specialist, like Dr. Dudley, is a board-certified physician with extra training in sleep disorders. They often have backgrounds in pulmonology, neurology, or otolaryngology, allowing them to diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep problems, addressing the root cause.

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. Fortunately, 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 that monitors your brain waves, heart rate, breathing, and body movements. This comprehensive evaluation provides a detailed picture of your sleep patterns, serving as the gold standard for diagnosing sleep disorders and creating a personalized prevention plan.

Why would a Neurologist be involved in my sleep care?

Neurologists, like Dr. Dudley, specialize in the brain and nervous system. They diagnose and treat sleep disorders originating in the brain's control centers, including narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, and 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 develop a management plan using medication and lifestyle strategies to help prevent symptoms from significantly impacting daily life.

How is chronic insomnia treated?

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

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 situations. It's a primary tool for diagnosing narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia.

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.

2645 N Federal Hwy Ste 100
Delray Beach FL 33483
Phone: (561) 740-2004

Dr. Robert Dudley, 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): 1619973328

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. Robert Dudley 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.