SleepTech Talk

This special episode is brought to you by Zoll Respicardia

In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we explore the newest breakthroughs in treating Central Sleep Apnea (CSA).
Our guest, Timothy Morgenthaler, MD, Professor and Vice Chair, Quality and Affordability at the Mayo Clinic, and past President of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), helps explain the updated AASM treatment guidelines and how Transvenous Phrenic Nerve Stimulation (TPNS) is now recognized as an effective therapy for CSA.

We also dive deep into the Remede implant, an FDA-approved TPNS device that stimulates the phrenic nerve to help patients breathe normally during sleep. Dr. Morgenthaler breaks down how it works, which patients may benefit most, and what the AASM’s new recommendations mean for clinicians and patients going forward.

⭐ Main topics we cover:

• What’s new in the AASM guidelines for Central Sleep Apnea (2025 update)
• Why TPNS is now an accepted therapy for CSA
• How the Remede implant works and who it helps
• Differences between obstructive, central, and complex sleep apnea
• Real-world impact of the updated guidelines on patient care
• Where TPNS fits among PAP therapy, ASV, oxygen, medications, and other treatments

Whether you’re a sleep clinician, technologist, or someone affected by sleep apnea, this episode provides a clear, practical breakdown of the latest evidence-based options for CSA.

Learn more about Remede at

https://remede.zoll.com/ 

ABOUT SLEEPTECH TALK
SleepTech Talk brings together leaders in sleep medicine, technology, and innovation to explore the tools and trends shaping the future of sleep health.

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

www.youtube.com/@sleeptechtalk 

Don't forget to Like, Share, and Comment! 

Subscribe to SleepTech Talk for more insights into sleep apnea, CPAP therapy, and innovations shaping the future of sleep care.

Whether you’re a sleep professional or a healthcare innovator, this episode explores the intersection of technology, patient care, and sleep medicine.

Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 112

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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New episode alert! Episode 111!

In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Mikael Kågebäck, PhD, Chief Technology Officer at Sleep Cycle, to explore how AI and real-time sleep data are reshaping the way people understand and improve their sleep.

With millions of users generating sleep insights daily, Sleep Cycle is one of the world’s largest continuous sleep datasets. Mikael explains:

• How AI analyzes daily sleep data to identify patterns and improvement opportunities
• Why large-scale population sleep data is uniquely valuable for personalizing sleep solutions
• How Sleep Cycle continues to advance its technology to help people sleep better

Whether you’re curious about improving your own sleep or you’re a professional in sleep medicine, this conversation reveals where sleep tracking, AI, and human behavior meet.

Get more information at https://sleepcycle.com/

ABOUT SLEEPTECH TALK
SleepTech Talk brings together leaders in sleep medicine, technology, and innovation to explore the tools and trends shaping the future of sleep health.

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

www.youtube.com/@sleeptechtalk 

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, and Comment! 

Subscribe to SleepTech Talk for more insights into sleep apnea, CPAP therapy, and innovations shaping the future of sleep care.

Whether you’re a sleep professional or a healthcare innovator, this episode explores the intersection of technology, patient care, and sleep medicine.

Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 111

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Struggling With CPAP? AI Could Be the Answer

In this episode of SleepTech Talk, we sit down with Morgan Moncada to discuss how AI technology is transforming CPAP therapy adherence.

Topics covered include:

• How AI can supplement human involvement to help patients successfully use CPAP
• The technology behind Neru Health and its AI-driven solution
• Insights on improving patient outcomes with digital tools

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

www.youtube.com/@sleeptechtalk 

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, and Comment! 

Subscribe to SleepTech Talk for more insights into sleep apnea, CPAP therapy, and innovations shaping the future of sleep care.

Whether you’re a sleep professional or a healthcare innovator, this episode explores the intersection of technology, patient care, and sleep medicine.

Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 110

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Are you sleeping enough?

Are you sleeping too much?

Is your sleep quality good enough?

In this episode, the STT Crew talk with Colin Lawlor with Sleep.ai, the AI driven tool that takes billions of real-world sleep data points into AI-driven health insights that help partners deliver personalized, science-backed sleep solutions. 

Learn how Sleep.ai is helping people improve their sleep.

You can learn more about Sleep.ai at https://www.sleep.ai/ 

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Qo7CwSYVDOw

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 109

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Is my CPAP helping me?

Have you wondered if your OSA therapy really working for you? Is that CPAP really helping your OSA? 

What about if you are using an oral appliance? 

What about an implant?

What about nasal strips?!

In this episode, the STT Crew talk to Doug Kirsch, MD about the patient reported outcome tool recently released by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

Dr Kirsch is with Atrium Health, based out of Charlotte, North Carolina is also a past president of the AASM. He was instrumental in getting a patient reported tool started and developed while he was at the AASM.

He talks about the need for patient reported outcomes of OSA therapies. He talks about how we often use the adherence data from PAP machines, but what about other therapies? He also talks of those patients that may not use the “required” 4 hours of PAP therapies, but they feel better; so how do we measure those outcomes?

Listen in as Dr Kirsch talks about PLATO, the Patient-reported Longitudinal Assessment Tool by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Qo7CwSYVDOw

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 108

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Do I have sleep apnea?

Episode 107

Have you been told that you snore loudly?  Have you been told that you stop breathing while you are asleep? Do you feel very tired during the day even though you may have slept the entire night? Well, you just may have obstructive sleep apnea and Dr Douglas Krohn of Konk Sleep says he can help you get diagnosed and treated quickly and easily, all online!

Doug Krohn, MD is the founder of Konk Sleep. He developed this company to fix the gaps that he faced as he was trying to get diagnosed and treated for his own obstructive sleep apnea. Listen in as Dr Krohn talks about his journey and about Konk Sleep and how it can help patients get diagnosed and treated for OSA in a timely manner.

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Qo7CwSYVDOw

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 107

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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What are night terrors?

Have you ever wondered about night terrors or nightmares? Well, that’s what got a lawyer into the sleep health and wellness industry. Meet Andrew Colsky, JD , The Sleep Science Guy!

Andrew is the host of the Sleep Science Today Podcast and the founder of National Sleep Center. He is a licensed counselor, helping patients with nightmare disorders and other sleep issues. Listen in as Andrew talks about his journey from law into clinical practice for sleep disorders.

You can learn more about National Sleep Center at https://nationalsleepcenter.com/

Though mainly popular in Europe, you can find Sleep Science Today on most podcast platforms and YouTube.

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Qo7CwSYVDOw

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 106

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Can’t sleep with CPAP?

Episode 105!

Are you struggling with CPAP? Is CPAP not for you? This week the STT Crew talks with Andrew Vickery and Wesley Lones of Daybreak. Daybreak is a sleep apnea solution company that provides an alternative to CPAP for those that can’t use CPAP.

Listen in as Wesley and Andrew talk to us about their entry into the world of sleep and their personal missions to bring therapy to those with sleep apnea, but can’t use a CPAP. Also listen to their future plans for the company.

You can learn more about Daybreak at https://www.thedaybreak.com/ 

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Qo7CwSYVDOw

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare  : 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare  

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health  

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine  

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 105

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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This week the STT Crew talks with Dr Daniel Rifkin, MD MPH, CEO of Ognomy Inc. 

Dr Rifkin talks about bridging the gap between diagnosing sleep apnea and treatment for the same. He started Ognomy  Inc in New York, grew regionally, and is now all across the United States of America. He and his group is now looking to provide care for patients all across the world.

Listen in as Dr Rifkin talks about the origins of Ognomy and its partnerships with large groups. Learn how Ognomy offers solutions to underserved areas with its remote offerings. 

You can learn more about Ognomy Inc at https://ognomy.com/ 

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare: 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Discover how F&P full-face masks have led millions of people to a great night’s sleep at https://www.fphcare.com/curiosity

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine.

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 104

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

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Do you need a SLEEP DIVORCE?

This week the STT Crew talks with 2 time TEDx Speaker, author, Adjunct Professor, sleep scientist, and clinical psychologist, Wend Troxel, PhD.

Wendy M. Troxel, PhD is an internationally recognized sleep expert. She is a Senior Behavioral and Social Scientist at the RAND Corporation and holds adjunct faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Utah. A licensed clinical psychologist and certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, she is passionate about helping people get the sleep they need to perform at their best and live life to its fullest. She’s been featured on CNN, BBC, NPR, in The New York Times, and was called by Arianna Huffington "one of the 5 most influential people in sleep."

The Crew talks with Dr Troxel about the dynamics of couples and sleep. She discusses “sleep divorce” and other topics regarding sleep and couples in the bedroom. Listen in and learn more about couples and sleep.

You can learn more about Dr Troxel here:

https://www.wendytroxel.com/

You can find her book here: 

https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/wendy-m-troxel-phd/sharing-the-covers/9780306875007/?lens=hachette-go

Catch the show on most podcast platforms or on YouTube

https://youtu.be/Q5oJ0D7p4B0

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Medbridge Healthcare: 

For Job Opportunities with MedBridge Healthcare visit: https://medbridgehealthcare.com/careers/

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

F&P Solo™ is the world’s first AutoFit™ mask. It simplifies setup like no other, using AutoLock™ technology - stretch to fit, touch to adjust. Learn more at www.fphcare.com/solo

https://www.fphcare.com/us/homecare/sleep-apnea/

React Health

https://www.reacthealth.com/

More resources for clinicians can be found at Sleep Review Magazine.

https://sleepreviewmag.com/

Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!Learn more about the show at 

https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/thetechroom

Credits:

Audio/ Video: Diego R Mannikarote; Music: Pierce G Mannikarote

Hosts: J. Emerson Kerr, Robert Miller, Gerald George Mannikarote

Copyright: ⓒ 2025 SleepTech Talk Productions

Episode 103

The views and opinions expressed by guests on SleepTech Talk are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast hosts or SleepTech Talk as a whole. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

Sleep apnea, obstructive sleep apnea, oral sleep appliance, inspire, surgery, sleep surgery, CPAP, women's health, couples, couples therapy