Dr. Bruce C. Corser, MD, FAASM
Sleep Medicine Specialist | Sleep Medicine
5240 East Galbraith Road Suite A Cincinnati OH, 45236About
Bruce C. Corser, MD, MBA, FAASM, is a top sleep medicine specialist who lends his skills and expertise to serve patients at Sleep Management Institute (1995-present), Your MD (2003-present), and Intrepid Research (2015-present) in Cincinnati, OH. Intrepid Research is an independent investigative research site, which conducts multi-specialty clinical trials for the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Dr. Corser is the medical director and president of these three medical facilities. He can also be found on staff at The Christ Hospital and several other Cincinnati-area medical facilities. With thirty years of experience as a sleep medicine specialist, he specializes in all facets of his specialty. In the past seven years, he has been continually active in the clinical research arena having served as principal investigator in more than 100 clinical trials. He focused his clinical research mostly in sleep-related issues, such as restless leg syndrome, primary insomnia, and excessive sleepiness associated with shift work sleep disorder. Dr. Corser has co-authored several articles in journals such as CHEST and the American Journal of Medicine.
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Education and Training
State University of New York’s Upstate Medical Center Medical Degree 1980
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Medicine
American Board of Sleep Medicine - Sleep Disorders Medicine
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Spotlight Video | Learning About REM Behavior Disorder | Bruce C. Corser, MD, FAASM
Learning About REM Behavior DisorderREM Behavior Disorder is a unique sleep disorder where individuals physically act out their dreams. Normally, during REM sleep, a stage of the sleep cycle where vivid dreams occur, our bodies are essentially paralyzed, preventing us from physically responding to...
Spotlight Video | Understanding Insomnia | Bruce C. Corser, MD, FAASM
Bruce C. Corser, MD, FAASM is an Established Sleep Medicine Specialist at Sleep Management Institute, located in Cincinnati, Ohio.Dr. Bruce Corser is a sleep medicine specialist and is currently the medical director at three Cincinnati-area medical facilities including Sleep Management Institute,...
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, can begin at any age and generally worsens as you age. It's a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually because of an uncomfortable sensation. It typically happens in the evening or nighttime hours when...
Sleep Issues
You likely have a sleep disorder. Many sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, can cause excessive daytime sleepiness. Other potential causes of daytime sleepiness include narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia. In any case, I recommend that you see a qualified sleep provider who has expertise in evaluating and treating these conditions. From what you have described, you will likely need to undergone testing, which may include an overnight polysomnogram followed by a multiple sleep latency test. READ MORE
How do you know when someone has insomnia?
Chronic insomnia is characterized by difficulty falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep, or awakening too early and having difficulty regaining sleep for at least several nights weekly and for three months or more in duration. Insomnia is associated with next day impairment such as tiredness, difficulty concentrating, or difficulty functioning. Insomnia is treatable either with cognitive behavior therapy or medication. READ MORE
Mouth guards
Mandibular advancing dental devices are indicated for mild sleep apnea and snoring without sleep apnea. CPAP is the initial treatment of choice for moderate to severe sleep apnea but is also effective for mild sleep apnea. READ MORE
How do you detect sleep apnea in a 7 year old?
An overnight sleep study performed by an accredited sleep center. READ MORE
Why do I have cataplexy with no signs of narcolepsy?
Having isolated cataplexy without any of the other symptoms of narcolepsy is exceedingly rare. I suggest that you see a neurologist or sleep specialist for further evaluation. There area very effective medications for treatment of cataplexy. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Daytime pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic evaluation of low-dose sublingual transmucosal zolpidem hemitartrate.
- Effect of gaboxadol on sleep in adult and elderly patients with primary insomnia: results from two randomized, placebo-controlled, 30-night polysomnography studies.
- Spontaneous hydrogen peroxide release from alveolar macrophages of some cigarette smokers.
- Enhancement of macrophage and monocyte cytotoxicity by the surface active material of lung lining fluid.
Clinical Trials
Faculty Titles & Positions
- medical director Cincinnati-area medical facilities including Sleep Management Institute, Your MD, and Intrepid Research -
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll Year
- Patients' Choice Award (2015, 2013, 2011, 2010) Year Vitals.com
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2014, 2013, 2010) Year Vitals.com
- On-Time Doctor Award (2015) Year Vitals.com
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine
- American Sleep Disorders Association
- Cincinnati Academy of Medicine
Fellowships
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center Pulmonary Disease 1987
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Physicians, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Sleep Disorders Association, Cincinnati Academy of Medicine
Articles and Publications
- Dr. Corser has co-authored several articles in journals such as CHEST and the American Journal of Medicine
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Get to know Sleep Medicine Specialist Dr. Bruce C. Corser, who serves patients in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Bruce Corser, M.D., is currently the medical director at three Cincinnati-area medical facilities including Sleep Management Institute, Your MD, and Intrepid Research. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York’s Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse in 1980, and completed his postgraduate training at the University of Cincinnati. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary, and Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Corser has extensive clinical research experience, and has held the position of principal investigator in more than 100 clinical trials during the past seven years. His research has focused on sleep-related issues including primary insomnia, restless legs syndrome and excessive sleepiness associated with shift work sleep disorder. Dr. Corser has co-authored several articles in journals such as CHEST and the American Journal of Medicine, and is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the American Sleep Disorders Association and the Cincinnati Academy of Medicine.
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