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Kevin M. Motz, MD
- Director, Division of Sleep Surgery
- Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Nasir Islam Bhatti, MD
- Director Johns Hopkins Percutaneous Trach Service
- Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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James H. Clark, MBBChBAO
- Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Dysphagia and Deglutition Clinic
- Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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David W. Eisele, MD
- Andelot Professor of Laryngology and Otology
- Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Matthew Lewis Kashima, MD
- Director, Comprehensive/General ENT
- Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Robin Yang, MD DDS
- Director of Pediatric Plastic Surgery
- Assistant Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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The Johns Hopkins Center for Snoring and Sleep Surgery provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or snoring who have not had successful medical treatment or are interested in exploring other treatment options.
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Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea | David’s Story
David’s obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) left him unable to sleep well at night for the past 30 years. Learn how sleep surgeon Kevin Motz helped David finally get a good night's rest.
New Treatment: Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator
Johns Hopkins Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery’s specialists are available to provide the only FDA-approved hypoglossal nerve stimulator (Inspire®) as a possible treatment for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
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- It is a device that delivers upper airway stimulation
synchronized to your breathing to relieve airway obstruction
during sleep. - It is inserted during an outpatient surgical procedure.
- You control the device using a hand-held sleep remote.
- It is a device that delivers upper airway stimulation
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Hypoglossal nerve simulation surgery offers an innovative neuro-stimulatory approach to relieving upper airway obstruction in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. This device can relieve sleep apnea without the need to surgically remove or alter tissue in or around your airway. Additionally, hypoglossal nerve stimulation can be used to safely monitor users with DOT or commercial drivers licenses.
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Medicare and most insurance plans cover this FDA-approved treatment.
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- Have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (AHI 15-100 with <25% central and mixed apnea).
- Are intolerant of, or unable to get consistent benefit from, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
- Are not significantly obese (BMI < 40)
- Are at least 18 years of age
- Qualifying drug-induced sleep endoscopy examination
What’s New in the Surgical Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Johns Hopkins sleep surgeon and airway specialist Kevin Motz will discuss the newest medical and surgical options for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who struggle with using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine.
Our Services
Our multidisciplinary team of surgical providers works with you to develop an individualized treatment plan to address your sleep apnea or snoring problems. This may include a comprehensive history and physical examination including an airway evaluation and surgeries. The type of surgery recommended to you may include:
Nasal Surgery
- Septoplasty
- Nasal turbinate reduction
- Nasal valve reconstruction
Palatal Surgery
- Expansion Pharyngoplasty
- Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
- Tonsillectomy
- Palate radiofrequency
- Palatal implantation
Base of Tongue Surgery
- Lingual tonsillectomy
- Partial midline glossectomy
- Radiofrequency to the base of tongue
- Genioglossus advancement
- Hyoid myotomy and suspension
- Tongue suspension suture
Dental Sleep Medicine
- Maxillomandibular advancement
- Custom oral appliances
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Care Locations
You may request an appointment at one of our five convenient locations.