The Sleep Disorders Lab is located on the fifth floor of the Benedictine Center and consists of two private testing suites, an office and a diagnostic scoring area.  The sleep lab area is designed to provide a quieter and more comfortable atmosphere clients.  The rooms  provide a relaxing environment to ensure the best possible testing results.

The sleep lab uses state-of the-art technology to perform sleep evaluations that can diagnose and be used in the treatment of patients with sleeping problems. Trained sleep lab professionals can now conduct daytime and nighttime sleep disorder testing and treatment for both adults and children.  

We are very fortunate to have pulmonologist, Dr. Lori Hansen to interpret sleep studies. In addition, we are fortunate to have nationally registered diagnostic specialist, Rhonda Webb, who is highly experienced in this area.  Other team members include local otolaryngologists (ear, nose and throat specialists) and neurologist.  

The Sleep Disorders Lab at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is part of the Pulmonary Services Department.

Make Sleep Time a Dream!

You may consider a sleep evaluation if any of these apply to you:

• Do you feel your sleep is not satisfactory?
• Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep?
• Have you been told that you walk, talk, moan and grind your teeth while you sleep?
• Have you been told that your legs twitch or kick during the night?
• Do you lie awake at night feeling worried or anxious?
• Do you ever awaken suddenly gasping for breath?
• Have you been told that you snore?
• Do you feel extremely sleepy during the day?
• Have you ever had sudden attacks of physical weakness?
• Are any of your family members troubled by the above symptoms?

If you have answered “yes” to any of these questions, and it interferes with your daily life, contact your physician or the Avera Sacred Heart Sleep Lab, (605) 668