MERIDIAN PULMONARY & SLEEP MEDICINE

Sleep Medicine

Meridian Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine evaluates persistent sleep concerns in the context of your overall health. Our clinicians assess symptoms and sleep patterns, determine whether testing is appropriate, and coordinate treatment and follow-up.

Exam room at Meridian’s Silver Spring Medical Location

Sleep Concerns

Evaluation for snoring, disrupted sleep, insomnia symptoms, daytime sleepiness, and other persistent concerns.

Clinical Evaluation

Review of symptoms, sleep patterns, medical history, medications, and related health conditions.

Coordinated Follow-Up

Testing, treatment, and follow-up planned according to the clinical evaluation.

SLEEP MEDICINE SERVICES

Evaluation tailored to your sleep concerns

Sleep Consultation

A focused visit to discuss your sleep concern, how long it has lasted, and how it affects daily life.

Sleep Apnea Evaluation

Evaluation of snoring, witnessed breathing pauses, gasping, and daytime sleepiness.

Insomnia Evaluation

Assessment of difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early.

Snoring & Breathing Concerns

Review of snoring and breathing-related symptoms during sleep.

Daytime Sleepiness

Assessment of persistent sleepiness, fatigue, and concentration concerns.

Treatment Follow-Up

Follow-up to review results, response to treatment, and next steps.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your care, step by step

1. Review Your Symptoms

Discuss sleep patterns, daytime symptoms, history, medications, and related conditions.

2. Complete the Evaluation

The clinician determines whether testing or another assessment is appropriate.

3. Review Findings

Discuss the evaluation or test results and recommended treatment options.

4. Continue Follow-Up

Monitor response, equipment use when applicable, and ongoing sleep concerns.

YOUR SLEEP MEDICINE CLINICIAN

Meet Dr. Naveed Shah

Portrait of Dr. Naveed Shah
Meridian Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

Dr. Naveed Shah

Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine

Dr. Naveed Shah is a board-certified pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist who cares for patients with complex lung conditions, sleep disorders, and breathing-related concerns.

He focuses on identifying the root cause of symptoms and creating clear treatment plans that improve breathing, restore sleep quality, and reduce fatigue.

  • Sleep apnea
  • Insomnia
  • Asthma
  • COPD & emphysema
  • Chronic cough
  • Shortness of breath

Where do sleep medicine visits take place? Sleep medicine visits are scheduled by the front desk according to current availability. Call 301-627-3500 and our front desk will route you to the appropriate location and appointment time. View Locations & Hours →

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Sleep medicine questions

What happens at the first visit?

Your clinician reviews your sleep patterns, daytime symptoms, medical history, medications, and related conditions, then explains whether testing or another assessment is appropriate.

Will I need a sleep study?

Not every patient needs a sleep study. If testing is appropriate, your care team will explain the type of test and provide instructions for your specific study.

Is telehealth available?

Telehealth is available when clinically appropriate. The front desk will help determine whether an in-person or telehealth visit is appropriate.

How do I schedule?

Schedule a Sleep Medicine Visit

Sleep care is provided through Meridian Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine. Request a visit, or call and our front desk will help.

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

For life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.