Seattle Sleep Solution offered me a way to control sleep apnea without a bunch of equipment that…read moremakes me look like an astronaut when I go to bed. A simple solution offered by really good caretakers, I highly recommend.

I have severe obstructive sleep apnea and have been wedded to my CPAP for over 10 years now. I…read moreheard about the possibility of using an oral appliance instead of the CPAP machine. Though highly skeptical, I contacted Seattle Sleep Solutions and made an appointment with Dr Greiner. Thoroughly charming and professional dentist who took the necessary measurements and impressions for my device. I informed them that I was taking a 3 week trip overseas and they expedited getting the device to me in time to test it out before launching out on my trip without taking my CPAP. Starting week 2 of my trip and I really must say, this works like an absolute charm. The only drawback is a slight soreness to my jaw in the morning. Dr Greiner says he can take care of that the next time I am in Seattle. They are a great group and I highly recommend them to anyone looking to replace their bulky CPAP even if just for trips. Robert Morgan

From what I could tell during my one new patient appointment, Dr. Christian is great - very…read moreknowledgeable, thorough, and takes time to answer questions. The front desk at the time was also very friendly. The problem is this: After the intake, I scheduled a follow up appointment for additional imaging, only because I was assured (by both the doctor and front desk!) that the office would check my insurance for imaging coverage and follow up with me directly. Instead, no one contacted me at all until I reached out myself days before my x-ray appointment, only to be told (for the first time) that I never qualified for coverage in the first place, and that I'd supposedly already been informed at my first visit. When I pointed out the mismatch between what I was told and what was now being claimed, the office dodged responsibility rather than acknowledge any communication failure. "Hey, so sorry no one reached out to you to follow up. We'll make an effort to fix that in the future." That's really all it would have taken. Instead they went with "We never said that, we already told you." Which is honestly just...why do that? So weird. Tldr: great doctor, but if you go here then get all your communications in writing because their admin WILL gaslight you if they make a mistake. Especially so if you have any doubts at all about how they deal with insurance.

The unprofessional and unpleasant attitude of Dr. Christian's insurance coordinator not only…read moreprevented me from receiving her care, but angered me enough to write a negative review. I requested he confirm my coverage so he could be assured the Dr. would be fully paid, he snippily refused. He also erroneously said pre-authorization prohibits the Dr's ability to receive any further payment from me (if I wasn't fully covered -- which I am). Just off the phone with my insurer, who contradicted all he had told me, and attempted to call to straighten things out. It went right to voice mail. Twice. Moving on to a different provider, but thought others should know.

I have no issue with Dr Bandla I do have a problem with the communication or lack of communication…read morein his office. It is hard to ever get anyone on the phone nor will they return calls. It is hard to get a CPAP equipment refilled because the refuse to do it. Not sure if the Dr is aware that his clinic is lacking in customer service or things are being neglected. It is really bad. I hate to leave negative reviews but here you go.

I OWE MY LIFE TO 3 PHYSICIANS, 1 OF WHOM IS DR. BANDLA…read more ************* This is not an average review, as I am not an average patient. Perhaps by sharing my story, such as it is, others will see the value in Sleep Care & Medicine so that they might seek help sooner --not later-- and perhaps place that care in the capable hands of Dr. Bandla. ************************* -A BIT OF BACKGROUND- I lost years of my life to "Sleep Apnea": due to the poor health it caused --unnecessarily so-- because I ignored my doctors' suggestions to see a "Sleep Specialist" for a "Sleep Study" (I heard these words within quotations VERY often, and maybe you have as well: from a concerned spouse, friend, or doctor?). When it was suggested to me, I not so much as 'decided' a Sleep Specialist wasn't a priority, but I let time pass without pursuing it: ie, I did not MAKE it a priority. But trust me, IT SHOULD BE. Because of that, let me tell you what my future became: my untreated & disordered sleep would be THE contributing factor to my deteriorating health for those two years. I've only now learned that those symptoms are scientifically documented consequences due to chronically poor sleep or chronic lack of it. BELOW: some of said symptoms: Severe fatigue & sleepiness, lassitude, swings between insomnia to severe over-sleeping; memory loss, thought disorganization, cognitive impairment incl. word-finding, forgetfulness; emotional dysregulation, impatience, depression w/suicidal ideation; heart palpitations, body temperature irregularity, weight gain & muscle loss; severe nerve pain, esp. the extremities; headaches, light sensitivity, hearing changes/loss + sensitivity. & more minor symptoms. Finally I'd had enough and lined up any specialist I could think of: (literally) Endocrinology, Hematology, Neurology, Neurovascular, Audiology + ENT, Pain MGMT, and even Gynocology! All were "fine" and said "see a SLEEP SPECIALIST & do a Sleep Study!!!". I finally got the hint and out of sheer luck, my doc was Dr. Bandla. *************** -THE DOCTOR- At my initial apt, Dr. Bandla asked a few questions to prompt me, then carefully listened to my confused babble about my symptoms, and somehow he understood, never getting frustrated nor short. Once he got the necessary information, he explained everything very carefully until I understood every detail: what my diagnosis likely is, why he believes that is, and then what the next steps will be from there. (And he was right about all his predictions, by the way). A Sleep Study was next, and he made sure every single detail was taken care of: for ex, he made sure a special Mouth-Breathing Sensor would be available for my study after I mentioned having chronic sinus issues. The help & time he spent with me is incredibly rare in today's medical system, and thanks to Swedish for accommodating that kind of care (too often time & money outweigh care. That was n not my experience here). **************************** -ABOVE & BEYOND- Any time I have called or emailed, Dr. Bandla would respond immediately, and he himself would respond personally most often (that is VERY rare these days). The most significant gesture was during my second Sleep Study where I would be "test-driving" a special C-PAP. That Friday night, as my tech helped me get situated, she explained how she'll call the doctor once I'm asleep. I asked what she meant and turns out, he was at home and was staying up late on his Friday night, waiting, just to hear how I was doing. I'm a well spoken person, but I struggle to adequately describe how touched I was from such a gesture. ********************* -CONCLUSION- I was eventually diagnosed and have been using the treatment machine, worn at night, for nearly a month. My body and my life is changing rapidly (It's the best diet & religion rolled into one: HEALED all while you sleep!). I have a rarer type of apnea called Central Sleep Apnea caused by my brain, not the throat like most folks. At night my brain stops telling my lungs to breathe, and my breathing literally stops, as if I've died. With treatment via the machine, my prognosis is very good. So, if you're in the Pacific Northwest, I highly recommend Swedish Sleep Medicine (Redmond or Seattle). There's a reason I drive 4hrs round-trip to be a Swedish patient, time and again. I am and always will be eternally grateful to Preetam Bandla and to his family for allowing us -his patients- to borrow him from you so that we may return to ours. -A.

I had an appointment with Dr. Peters-Mathews at Virginia Mason Medical Center and left feeling…read moredismissed and frustrated. My appointment was my first visit after initiating pap therapy for sleep apnea. I needed to switch doctors after an insurance change. My sleep study indicated I had sleep apnea as well as higher than typical sleep efficiencies. I also had a consistent sleep schedule, no difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings without difficulty returning to sleep, and solid sleep hygiene. Instead of helping me with discomfort caused by congestion or adjusting my pap from the initial settings, Dr Peters-Mathews marketed his online course and book as treatment. I left the visit feeling that an insomnia diagnosis was applied despite a differential that included several more probable explanations for my symptoms, and that the recommended CBT-I materials were not applicable to my situation. When I raised these concerns with Virginia Mason, the internal review appeared superficial and failed to consider critical aspects of my case, including my sleep study results and the context of this being my initial PAP follow-up. I was told that the course and book were for "patient support," not treatment, leaving me without any meaningful medical care during the visit.

I am a senior (79 yrs young) who had my first sleep study done recently at Virginia Mason Sleep…read moreDisorders Center. Not knowing exactly what to expect, I had a great tech (Darnell) who put me at ease right away with his big smile exuding kindness, integrity and professionalism. in addition to a warm and welcoming sense of humor, I found him to be very knowledgeable, articulate and patient in explaining this procedure in addition to answering any questions. Thank you Darnell and Virginia Mason!!

Dr. Broderick is a gem. She's part life coach, part therapist, and an excellent sleep medicine…read moredoctor. The help I received from her changed my sleep patterns for the better. My advice: do everything she tells you and don't stray from your plan. Happy sleeping!

I am so honored to write the first review for Dr. Meredith Broderick at Sound Sleep Guru. I first…read moreworked with her in 2010, when she was with another organization (Sound Sleep Health), and with her help I was able to manage my sleep problems well enough to complete a 125lb weight loss journey! I hadn't realized that my sleep apnea was hindering my body's ability to shed weight, but she helped me understand that sleep and weight issues go hand in hand. I don't think I would've made it without her support! She is extremely encouraging, understanding, non-judgmental and knowledgeable. When I reached my weight loss goal and no longer needed my CPAP, she was the FIRST to celebrate that incredible health milestone with me. You know it's the sign of a great doctor when they are excited to have helped you get to a point where you no longer need them. As the years passed, it gradually turned out that I needed a CPAP again. I had lost track of Dr. Broderick, but when I found out she'd opened her own practice, I was so delighted! I had not cared much for Sound Sleep Health so the opportunity to work with her directly was great! If you are fortunate enough to have been referred to her by one of her happy patients, or to have stumbled upon her some other way, be glad! You will experience a level of care you don't see very often anymore. She cares. She has integrity. She's an EXPERT at what she does. Prepare to feel better soon! I wish there were more doctors like her.

Getting in touch with Dr Martha H. Hagaman is impossible. She doesn't offer explanations of the…read moretreatment, suggestions, and her go-to is always "we need to get you in for another sleep study". The BiPap didn't work for me, the prescription was off and getting a note for my insurance was next to impossible. Awful. I'm done and going elsewhere.

I had an at home sleep study in FEBRUARY 2023. Results indicated sleep apnea. They called and told…read moreme they were going to submit to my insurance for prior approval for an in lab sleep study. They didn't. First time I called to see if they submitted it to insurance, the girl put me on a "brief" hold for 40 minutes. Never came back. Every time I have tried to call them after that, all you get is voice-mail with no call back. This place is a joke. All of this process started in October 2022 with no resolve.

I never felt like they listened or understood what was going on with me. They didn't give me the…read moreresults of my test and when I finally got then to do it, I felt they were like, "don't worry your little head over this." They immediately assigned me to get a CPAP from one company. I thought they had already decided that before testing. That company wanted me to gain the system. I could not wear it. It felt like an assembly mill with me being the part that got moved through. I had a suspicion (without any evidence, in all fairness), that there might be some funny business between the doc and the cpap company.

This is specifically about Bryce Weaver, RN at the sleep clinic. Terrible bedside manner (ie,…read moreemails), gaslighting and mansplaining cpap masks to me, as if I didn't have a prior convo with his supervising doctor about what I need for a mask so I don't get a migraine. Dr Violet Martin Robb was great but that was the only person who interacted with me who seemed to know what they were doing or showed any empathy. So so tired of healthcare and lack of empathy of medical "professionals ".

I was diagnosed with mild obstructive sleep apnea in early 2021 and my doctor suggested I get a…read moremouth guard. This was on her approved list of places to go, so I called them. What a change this has made! I'm definitely sleeping better, waking up more rested and staying asleep longer. The front desk staff are very friendly and professional. Dr. Doneskey is friendly and takes the time to talk with you about your problems and discuss solutions. I looked up sleep apnea mouth guards before coming here and I was worried because I have a very small mouth, and the way they typically work involves a lot of structure on the sides. The mouth guards here are connected by a metal peg and slot at the front, and so it fits easily in my tiny mouth. My medical insurance did not cover the mouth guard at all, so I did pay out of pocket for this, but it has made a difference in my health, which is the best investment. Definitely worth it, just check both medical and dental because they might split the cost.

Dr. Doneskey and his staff changed my life! I had been postponing finding a solution for my mild…read moresleep apnea for years and not only did I find the best solution with them, they helped me every step of the way with a big decision and no pressure. Dr. Doneskey always had my best interest in mind when determining next steps and explained everything thoroughly so that I could decide what was best for me. The staff took care of me while in the office, treated me like family, and walked me through the administrative process with insurance. I will recommend this team to anyone looking for help with their sleep apnea diagnosis. I can't thank you enough and so grateful for your continued help! I'm finally dreamin' :)

Need a check up now. Set me up with my appliance works well. I haven't had a check up in 3 years…read more No changes is good. Thank you again

This review is from my experience with this office in December 2023…read more The quality of the back office is a disaster and the male dentist being less than desirable when it comes to professionalism Here's was the situation: I was overcharged for a second fitting for a new device and while in the office receiving my divide -- I questioned it I chrages for a second time. I heard my dentist and the other dentist saying/yelling in the office (while I'm sitting in the chair) that if I didn't pay I don't get the device. My dentist came back into the "cubicle room" and explained she would knocked off $100). I want to make it clear I asked about price of the device prior to going and after I was brought back into the dental office for a second fitting. It was the end of the year and I had already paid a few hundred dollars. I also want to make it clear the individual who coordinates with the insurance company was a negative nightmare. Without a doubt negative energy / negative person (in my experience). Below is my response after being told I'd be issued a refund TWO months later: ~~~~ Thank you for reaching out, and I appreciate your attention to this matter. I must admit, I found it rather amusing as well that I was charged $500 in December, especially considering the circumstances surrounding my inquiry about the charge. Unfortunately, my interaction with M left much to be desired in terms of professionalism and customer service. In light of this, I'd like the refund for the overpayment returned to my credit card. Your prompt assistance in resolving this matter would be greatly appreciated. Let me know if you require any further information or documentation from my end to process the refund. Thank you for your attention to this issue. Buyer beware and don't be bullied by the male dentist or their unprofessionally childish back office.