Star Sleep & Wellness

When our providers and team members are not actively Saving Lives, Healing Relationships, and Extending Careers, they are attending educational conferences to better themselve and those around them. Always elevating the standard of care with the latest technology, best practices, and keeping patient outcomes at the core of their focus. #OSA #SLEEPAPNEA #SNORING #AASM #SLEEP #DFW #DALLAS #FRISCO #IRVING #MCKINNEY #DENTON #MANSFIELD #PEARLAND American Academy of Sleep Medicine Joyce Shotwell,MD Zachary Sherman, MD Katherine Collier Angelique Ferraris Joanne Y. Brandon Woltman Chris Kirby

Today, we honor and thank all veterans for their unwavering commitment, dedication, and sacrifices. Your courage ensures the freedoms we cherish every day. At Star Sleep & Wellness, we help people sleep better at night—but it’s because of our veterans that we can sleep peacefully knowing our liberty is protected. From all of us, thank you for your service across every branch of the military. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Veterans #StarSleepAndWellness #Gratitude #Freedom #USA #America #LandOfTheFree #HomeOfTheBrave

We are #Hiring! If you or someone you know is looking for an opportunity to: ✨Save lives, heal relationships, and extend careers ✨Transition to a role in healthcare with little or no prior experience ✨Grow in an elite, innovative practice... Please check out our open roles! We're always looking for great people who are ready to take on a new endeavor. #StarSleepWellness #HealthcareJobs #LifeAtSSW

Obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, complex sleep apnea ... and now... SOCIAL sleep apnea. Does your weekend sleep habits and sleep hygiene vary significantly from your nights during the week? You may have a 24% higher risk of moderate-to-severe OSA this Saturday night! Just take a look what an extra 45 minutes of sleeping in may do to your health. What are your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/gAG7RMuw Congratulations to Danny Eckert, Lucía Pinilla, Bastien Lechat and all those involved to have this published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. #SleepApnea #OSA #SleepHealth #Weekends #SocialSleepApnea #Respiratory #SleepTreatment #Health #Wellness Flinders University FHMRI Sleep Health,

Labor Day reminds us that behind every great service are even greater people. At Star Sleep and Wellness, our team doesn’t just show up — they elevate. Every day, they bring empathy, precision, and purpose to the work of helping others sleep better and live healthier. From our teams that are face-to-face with patients and medical partners to behind-the-scenes support — you are the heartbeat of this mission. Saving Lives. Healing Relationships. Extending Careers. Today, we honor your commitment. Tomorrow, we keep building something extraordinary together. Happy Labor Day to the Dream Team. #LaborDay #StarSleepAndWellness #Health #Wellness #Sleep #Snoring #OSA #SavingLives #HealingRelationships #ExtendingCareers #TeamAppreciation #HealthcareHeroes #Gratitude #Teamwork #DreamWork Kent Smith DDS, D-ABDSM Bailey Horn April Fields April Fields Amanda Quintana, RPSGT Aaliyah Bloss Ashlin Shelton, RPSGT Angelique Ferraris Catherine Wicker Chelsea Hargrove Katherine Collier Larry Brewer BA, RPSGT, RST Xzavier Ozuna, MBA-BA Manuela Fernandez Mejia Erin Baxter @

Another Star shining bright in the Dallas/Fort Worth Medical Community. We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Zachary Sherman, MD to the Star Sleep & Wellness team and the greater DFW area! Dr. Sherman is a doctor with a deep passion for helping people rediscover the power of restful nights and energized days. Dr. Sherman has over 5 years of medical experience, and is approaching 2 years of sleep medicine experience, having recently completed his sleep medicine training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to care—working closely with physicians, dentists, and providers across disciplines to improve lives through better sleep. Originally from Memphis, TN, Dr. Sherman completed his medical training at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, followed by an internal medicine residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Golden Triangle, and a sleep medicine fellowship at UT Health Science Center. When he’s not helping patients sleep better, you might find him hiking mountain trails, camping, traveling to new places, or even playing drums. Fun fact: he once met George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush on a Disney cruise at age 9! Dr. Sherman shares his life with his wonderful fiancée, Emily, here in DFW. He is proud to be affiliated with the Texas Medical Association and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Please join us in giving Dr. Sherman a warm welcome as he begins seeing patients in our DFW office. We’re excited for the expertise, warmth, and curiosity he brings to our practice and our community. For further information on Dr. Sherman and our providers, or to schedule an appointment go to STSWell.com . #MedicalCommunity #OSA #Sleep #Health #SleepApnea #Snoring #DFW #Wellness #Medicine #AASM #AADSM #QualityOfLife #DFW #Denton #Frisco #McKinney #Irving #Dallas #Mansfield Kent Smith DDS, D-ABDSM Bailey Horn Brandon Woltman Catherine Wicker Larry Brewer BA, RPSGT, RST Jessie Serna Jordan Mote Chris Kirby

Why should screening for sleep apnea should be a standard part of patient care? Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) affects an estimated 1 in 5 adults, yet remains underdiagnosed in over 80% of cases. Left untreated, it contributes to hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. Despite its prevalence, many patients never receive a sleep evaluation—often because symptoms like fatigue, snoring, or mood changes go unrecognized in routine visits. Recent guidelines from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas highlight the importance of screening symptomatic adults using home sleep studies when appropriate. Institutions like Houston Methodist are leading the way with integrated sleep medicine programs that improve outcomes and reduce long-term risk. At Star Sleep & Wellness, we believe that collaboration is key. With six locations across DFW and now located in the City of Pearland, Texas we look to strengthen our medical partnerships and community involvement. With a team of board-certified sleep specialists, we’re here to support primary care, cardiology, neurology, and dental practices in identifying and managing sleep disorders. Whether it’s through streamlined referrals, educational resources, or co-management strategies, we’re committed to helping you elevate your patients’ health. If you're a provider in Texas interested in partnering to improve sleep health outcomes, let’s connect. Together, we can make sleep screening a routine part of care—and change lives in the process. STSWell.com #DFW #Houston #Pearland #Frisco #Dallas #Denton #McKinney #Irving #Mansfield #SleepApnea #OSA #Snoring #Sleep #Breathing #Health #Wellness #SleepTest

In case you missed it, or maybe you didn't. Did you ask? Do you screen? Psychology Today explores why sleep apnea is often missed in primary care, especially among women and non-obese patients. It’s a powerful piece to raise awareness about diagnostic gaps and the need for better education and screening protocols. https://lnkd.in/gr5u4X3A It's a "Not my problem, problem." 👉 👈 ☝ 👇 We can confirm or deny those accusations. " I was just tired.", "It was a long week.", "I don't snore that bad, only when...". Silly accusations. Simple answers. Serious consequences if not diagnosed and treated. STSWell.com

Sleep Apnea & Urology: A Hidden Connection Worth Talking About At Star Sleep and Wellness, we often see how sleep apnea affects more than just sleep—it impacts urological health too. Emerging Research Highlights: Nocturia (frequent nighttime urination) is a common symptom of untreated sleep apnea. Many patients first see a urologist before realizing the root cause is sleep-related. Oxygen deprivation from sleep apnea may contribute to prostate inflammation and even influence PSA levels, according to recent case-control studies. A 2025 meta-analysis found that obstructive sleep apnea increases the risk of kidney and bladder cancers by over 70%. This is why we value our collaboration with, primary care connections, urologists, and other specialists. At Star Sleep & Wellness, we work closely with referring providers to ensure patients get the whole-person care they need. If you’re a provider seeing patients with nocturia, fatigue, or unexplained PSA changes—consider a sleep evaluation. It could change everything. https://lnkd.in/gcwFCwG8 STSWell.com #SleepApnea #Urology #StarSleepAndWellness #Nocturia #SleepHealth #InterdisciplinaryCare #BathroomBreak #Sleep #Health #Cancer #RootCause #Dallas #Frisco #Irving #Denton #Mansfield #McKinney #Urologist

Fatigue is more than "Just a way of life."—it’s a health crisis quietly affecting performance, engagement, and wellbeing. At Star Sleep & Wellness, we support organizations and healthcare systems by helping employees and patients discover the real reasons behind persistent tiredness. Whether it's unrecognized sleep apnea, poor sleep hygiene, or stress-related sleep disruption, our diagnostic care and personalized treatment plans are built to restore energy and productivity from the inside out. In today’s high-stakes environments, rest isn't just recovery—it’s a strategic advantage. Victoria Boggiano and UNC Health explore the deeper causes of exhaustion here: https://lnkd.in/gwpnTxnc Let's not dream of a better tomorrow, let's dream and make it better tomorrow. #StarSleep #HealthcareLeadership #CorporateWellness #SleepSolutions #EmployeeHealth #FatigueRecovery #SleepApnea #BurnoutPrevention #OSA #SleepAndBreathing #Tired #Exhausted #DailyGrind #Sleep #Health Kent Smith DDS, D-ABDSM Brent Stevenson Katherine Collier Angelique Ferraris Catherine Wicker Joanne Y. Allison Mirike Brandon Woltman Caroline Rhodes