The Science of Circadian Sleep Disorders
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Dr. Phyllis Zee is at the forefront of sleep science and a top researcher on the impact of circadian rhythms on our health. As a leading expert in the field, Dr. Zee reveals how optimizing sleep can enhance brain function, metabolic health, and even the effectiveness of medications.
About the episode:
In this episode of Atria’s Vanguard Symposia, top sleep scientist Dr. Phyllis Zee reveals groundbreaking insights into managing circadian rhythm disorders, sleep optimization, and the importance of sleep in enhancing neurologic and metabolic health. She explains the shift towards more targeted treatments for specific sleep disorders and highlights how studying the intricate relationship between sleep and circadian rhythms could improve therapeutic outcomes. The episode covers advancements in sleep pharmacology, including orexin receptor antagonists for insomnia treatment with fewer side effects, and offers actionable takeaways for improving sleep. Dr. Zee’s cutting-edge research provides promising paths to enhance sleep quality and manage neurodegenerative diseases, potentially transforming patient care.
About the series:
Atria’s Vanguard Symposia is a lecture series where some of the world’s most compelling researchers translate leading-edge science into medicine. In each episode, top experts share breakthrough science about preventive health care, dive deep into headline-grabbing topics, and take you beyond the buzzwords to explain the latest in longevity science. Our show will arm you with practical information and the tools of discernment to cut through the hype and understand what matters most.
Atria Health and Research Institute aims to accelerate a global shift from reactive sick care to proactive, preventive health care. We work at the forefront of science and technology and we believe a collaborative approach to modern medicine can extend healthy life for all.
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