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OSMI is a sleep disorders center dedicated to excellence in sleep medicine care. The Ohio Sleep Medicine Institute’s founding clinic in Dublin has been accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (previously the American Sleep Disorders Association) for 20 years and has developed its own trademark program as a Center of Sleep Medicine Excellence™. Our commitment to excellence includes the

following:

• Rigorous training of board certified physicians and experienced/registered technicians
• Professional work ethic
• Comprehensive evaluation of patients with in-depth initial consultation and follow-up care
• Accurate interpretation of overnight sleep studies by our physicians
• Diagnosis and treatment of all sleep disorders
• Comprehensive and customized patient care
• Timely communication of sleep evaluations to referring physicians
• On going patient support regarding sleep related issues
• Health insurance pre-certification
• Lectures, seminars and workshops offered to health professionals

Our clinic is directed by Dr. Markus Schmidt whose clinical expertise has earned him the honor as Top Doctor in sleep medicine in Columbus Monthly, 2008, 2009 and 2010. He has also been elected by his peers for inclusion in the Best Doctor in America© database from 2007 to 2012 in the field of sleep medicine. Dr. Asim Roy recently joined Ohio Sleep Medicine Institute where he is clinical and research associate. Both physicians are board certified in sleep medicine and neurology. The clinic was originally founded by Dr. Helmut Schmidt whose vast knowledge, experience and expertise have been instrumental in establishing sleep medicine as a recognized specialty. He was the first President of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and founding organizer of the first annual Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) meeting in Columbus, OH (1986). Our vision, to be the Premier Center of Sleep Medicine Excellence, is carried out in every detail of our clinic operations. We go above and beyond national accreditation standards to provide the highest quality in sleep medicine care. From an in depth initial consultation to a thorough sleep evaluation, patients are cared for in the most professional manner. We make every effort to identify the cause (or causes) of our patients’ underlying sleep problems, without unnecessary testing. Our ultimate goal is to achieve the most optimal treatment plan with the highest possible patient satisfaction. Our core philosophy rests on the principle that each patient’s sleep and health history is unique and, therefore, cannot, and should not, be approached with a “one size fits all” or “cookie cutter” approach. In addition to advocating the best patient care through comprehensive evaluation and treatment of all sleep disorders, the Ohio Sleep Medicine Institute is also devoted to continuing medical education (CME) through conferences and workshops designed to educate health professionals on the latest research and techniques in the field of sleep medicine.

OSMI is delighted to welcome Caroline Dang, CNP to our team! Ms. Dang brings fresh insight into our clinic, having worke...
06/22/2026

OSMI is delighted to welcome Caroline Dang, CNP to our team! Ms. Dang brings fresh insight into our clinic, having worked both in nursing and retail health. She values individualized, patient-centered care through patient education in a supportive and collaborative environment, much in line with our clinic values. Her passion for sleep medicine stems from witnessing how better sleep improves physical health, mental well-being, energy, and daily functioning. We look forward to sharing her professionalism, kindness, and friendly smile with our patients.

Bile acids modified from the gut microbiome may play an important role in activating or deactivating a key host receptor...
06/17/2026

Bile acids modified from the gut microbiome may play an important role in activating or deactivating a key host receptor linked to the development of arterial plaque inside arteries, a cardiovascular risk associated with sleep apnea. Recent findings presented at the American Society for Microbiology show that mice subjected to apnea-like conditions who lacked the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) developed less plaque in the aorta and aortic arch, although some still occurred in the pulmonary artery. If the same result is subsequently replicated in humans, this discovery may lead to new therapies targeting bile acids or favoring beneficial gut microbes to help prevent or reduce cardiovascular complications associated with sleep apnea. https://1l.ink/CJP6QJG

A new study reveals core functions of sleep involved in learning and memory can be activated during wakefulness in speci...
06/15/2026

A new study reveals core functions of sleep involved in learning and memory can be activated during wakefulness in specific areas of the brain, subsequently reducing the need for sleep in those specific areas.

Using optogenetics, researchers induce on and off periods of neuronal activity in specific areas of the brain from genetically modified awake mice. Although sleep loss causes abnormal synaptic strength between neurons, the experiment renormalized markers of synaptic strength in the absence of sleep. The targeted brain regions also showed a lower level of slow-wake activity during subsequent sleep, suggesting those areas may have already achieved restoration during waking.

These findings may potentially lay the ground for future therapeutic strategies targeting cognitive deficits associated with sleep deprivation, shift work, aging, or neurological disorders. https://1l.ink/RJDRXV3

Tips to maximize your sleep during summer! Light might still be bright in the evening, but don’t be fooled. Continue goi...
06/10/2026

Tips to maximize your sleep during summer!

Light might still be bright in the evening, but don’t be fooled. Continue going to bed at the same time as the rest of the year (between 9 -10 p.m.). However, get up soon after sunrise to naturally establish your circadian rhythm.

Set your bedroom temperature on the cooler side and use blackout curtains if light disrupts your ability to sleep.

Keep a regular sleep schedule on weekdays and weekends. The more you shift, the harder it is to adjust back.

If traveling east to a different time zone, consider taking melatonin 30 minutes before bedtime. If traveling west, expose your eyes to the early morning light to help reset your circadian clock.

A recent study identified a subgroup of insomnia patients whose phenotype exposes them to more severe adverse health out...
06/08/2026

A recent study identified a subgroup of insomnia patients whose phenotype exposes them to more severe adverse health outcomes. Insomnia with short sleep duration (ISSD) defined as less than 7.3 hours is associated with a higher probability of future cardiovascular disease or cerebrovascular disease than insomnia with normal sleep duration (more than 7.3 hours) or normal sleep with short duration. The study was conducted among 8762 participants in the UK Biobank cohort who self-reported their symptoms and completed a wrist accelerometry assessment. Compared to normal sleepers, individuals with the ISSD phenotype had a 39% increased risk of cardiovascular disease at their follow up 3.6 years later and 76% increased risk of cerebrovascular disease 3.4 years later. The study’s authors suggest that insomnia, as already demonstrated with sleep apnea, may be a significant risk factor for developing future hypertension and other cardiovascular and cerebrovascular adverse events. https://bit.ly/3Q1y9CL

Congratulations to Dr. Mistry for receiving the Wellness, Sleep & Circadian Network's (WSCN) Pathways to Vitality Schola...
06/04/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Mistry for receiving the Wellness, Sleep & Circadian Network's (WSCN) Pathways to Vitality Scholars Dawn Award at SLEEP 2026. The Dawn Award recognizes early-career clinicians and providers who are making a difference through education, advocacy, and compassionate care.

No time to lose! Better catch up on sleep fast if you are sleep deprived! Carrying a sleep debt over subsequent days app...
06/01/2026

No time to lose! Better catch up on sleep fast if you are sleep deprived! Carrying a sleep debt over subsequent days appears to have different health impacts than just overnight. New data published in Nature Communications shows that individuals lacking 3.5 hours of sleep one night can mitigate their mortality risk by making up their sleep loss the very next night. Individuals who wait to catch up on sleep do not benefit from the same recovery and continue to add to their mortality risk even if they make up the sleep loss several days later. https://bit.ly/3Q7TZ7x

A pill for sleep apnea? Per a new study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, a n...
05/27/2026

A pill for sleep apnea? Per a new study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, a new oral treatment shows promising results for patients with moderate to severe OSA who cannot tolerate or elect CPAP therapy. The treatment targets neuromuscular dysfunction by increasing upper airway muscle tone during sleep. Per a model-based analysis, the Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI) was observed to decrease by 44% following a 26-week trial but with unclear benefits regarding measures of sleep quality. Additional measures of disease severity such as blood oxygenation were found to be improved in severe OSA patients who may experience milder symptoms following treatment, potentially contributing to cardiovascular protection. https://1l.ink/64VBLS7

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