Mr. Venugopal Komakula, MD
Sleep Medicine Specialist | Sleep Medicine
7798 Discovery Dr Suite E West Chester OH, 45069Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Venugopal Komakula practices Sleep Medicine in Cincinnati and West Chester, OH. Dr. Komakula studies, diagnoses, and treats all types of sleep disturbances and disorders due to varying factors. Sleep Medicine Physicians are trained to treat many different conditions, including obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, complex sleep apnea, sleep hypoventilation, insomnia, narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnia, sleep related movement disorders, parasomnias and sleep circadian rhythm disturbances, among others.
Education and Training
West Virginia School of Medici Residency 2015
University of Nebraska Medical Fellowship 2016
Missouri State University Master of Public Health 2011
Board Certification
Sleep Medicine (Family Medicine)
American Board of Obesity Medicine
Provider Details
Mr. Venugopal Komakula, MD's Expert Contributions
Can lack of sleep cause confusion in a person?
Yes, lack of sleep causes confusion and cognitive impairment. READ MORE
How long should I take medications for insomnia?
Medications for insomnia are usually recommended for short term. READ MORE
Sleep problem
If you are waking up early in the morning it is called terminal insomnia as it is happing towards the end of your sleep. Untreated sleep apnea is one of the common causes. READ MORE
CPAP Machine
Residual sleepiness despite adequate night sleep with CPAP therapy needs further evaluation and treatment. READ MORE
Better sleep?
There are many reasons why you cannot fall asleep and stay asleep once you fall asleep. One of the most common causes is untreated sleep apnea. See sleep doctor today! READ MORE
Sleep apnea
oral appliance through dentist is an alternative for mild to moderate sleep apnea. Implantable hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy device is an alternative for moderate to severe sleep apnea! READ MORE
I always fall into a deep sleep, but sometimes I experience nightmares. Is this normal?
Sleeping more than 8-9 hours is not usually normal. Frightening dreams can happen READ MORE
Better sleep?
There are many reasons why you cannot fall asleep and stay asleep once you fall asleep. One of the most common causes is untreated sleep apnea. See sleep doctor today! READ MORE
Mouth guards
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine University of Cincinnati 2021 - Present
Awards
- Eugene Top Doctors 2018 Eugene Magazine
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine
- World Sleep Society
- American Academy of Family Physicians. Ohio Chapter
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Doctors without borders
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Sleep MedicineWorld Sleep SocietyAmerican Academy of Family Physicians
Awards
- Resident Research Award, Class of 2015
Areas of research
Sleep Apnea
Mr. Venugopal Komakula, MD's Practice location
University of Cincinnati Sleep Center
7798 Discovery Dr Suite E -West Chester, OH 45069Get Direction
University of Cincinnati Sleep Center
200 Albert Sabin Way 3rd Floor -Cincinnati, OH 45219Get Direction
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