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  • 60 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My father recently had aneurysm surgery and also has a hernia along with diabetes. His doctors suggested a sleep study, which showed he has sleep apnea. Now we're not sure which specialist to see for this should it be a pulmonologist, neurologist, or physician? He already has multiple health issues, so we want to make sure we consult the right doctor for his sleep apnea.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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  • MBBS
  • 6+ Yrs
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Sleep apnea is best managed by a pulmonologist; they coordinate CPAP therapy and monitor breathing—important especially with heart and diabetic issues.

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