Sleep Medicine at Hamilton Physician Group – Specialty Care
If you or your child are struggling with sleep, you are not alone, and help is available.
Poor sleep can affect energy, mood, memory, school performance, heart health, and overall quality of life. The Sleep Medicine team at Hamilton Physician Group – Specialty Care provides compassionate, personalized care to help patients of all ages find answers and start sleeping better.
Better sleep is not just about feeling rested; it is about protecting long-term health and restoring daily life.
Could a Sleep Disorder Be the Cause?
Sleep problems often develop gradually and may go unnoticed for years. You may benefit from a sleep evaluation if you or your child experience:
Nighttime Concerns
- Loud or chronic snoring
- Pauses in breathing during sleep
- Restless or disrupted sleep
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Mouth breathing during sleep
Daytime Symptoms in Children
- Excessive sleepiness
- Attention or behavioral concerns
- Poor school performance
- Morning headaches
- Mood changes or irritability
Health Effects in Adults
Untreated sleep disorders may contribute to:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes or high blood sugar
- Anxiety or depression
- Ongoing fatigue and low energy
- Memory and concentration problems
If these symptoms sound familiar, a sleep evaluation may help uncover the cause.
Sleep Disorders We Diagnose and Treat
Our specialists care for a wide range of sleep conditions, including:
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Insomnia
- Narcolepsy
- Hypersomnia
- Circadian rhythm sleep disorders
- Nightmare disorders
- Restless legs syndrome
What to Expect from Sleep Medicine Care
Your visit begins with a thorough, unrushed consultation focused on understanding your symptoms, sleep habits, and overall health.
Treatment plans may include:
- Personalized sleep hygiene guidance
- Medical management of sleep disorders
- CPAP therapy when appropriate
- Overnight sleep studies if needed
Sleep studies use safe, noninvasive monitoring to evaluate breathing, oxygen levels, brain activity, and movement during sleep. These tests help your provider make an accurate diagnosis and create a treatment plan tailored to you.
Why Addressing Sleep Problems Matters
For Children
Healthy sleep supports:
- Growth and development
- Learning and attention
- Emotional well-being
- Daily energy and school success
For Adults
Effective treatment can help:
- Improve heart and metabolic health
- Reduce fatigue and daytime sleepiness
- Support better mood and mental clarity
- Restore quality of life and daily performance
Many patients feel significant improvement once their sleep disorder is properly diagnosed and treated.
Take the First Step Toward Better Sleep
You do not have to live with ongoing exhaustion, restless nights, or unexplained health changes. The Sleep Medicine team at Hamilton Physician Group – Specialty Care is here to help you or your child find answers and begin the path toward better sleep and better health.
Call 706-529-3072 today to schedule a Sleep Medicine consultation.
Meet Our Provider
Secil Aydinoz, MD is board-certified in general pediatrics and in sleep medicine. His practice focuses on treating children and adults who have sleep-related conditions.
“Helping people was my motivation for choosing to go into medicine, and I love to help people and make them happy,” Dr. Aydinoz says. “The more I am able to help, the more I feel comfortable when I put my head on my pillow at night.”
Dr. Aydinoz treats a range of sleep-related conditions, including sleep apnea, narcolepsy, various forms of insomnia or hypersomnia, nightmare disorders, sleep phase issues, and restless leg syndrome.
