I was referred to the Sleep Clinic in East Grinstead by my GP with a bad snoring issue that I've had for 20 years+. I was getting tired during the day and my wife was fed up with sleepless nights. A couple of weeks after referral I was sent a sleep monitor in the post and asked to use it for a couple of nights before seeing the consultant. The consultant diagnosed obstructive sleep apnoea immediately and withing three weeks I was in again for a CPAP machine fitting. This involved a three hour visit where I had to sleep in a comfortable, peaceful room with a nasal mask to sort out the breathing problem. It worked well and now I have been given a free, top of the range CPAP machine with the latest humidifier technology that even uploads my sleeping data to the hospital wirelessly from home. I'm going to use for the first time overnight tonight, but the practice run was very promising. I can't fault the service - everyone is friendly, efficient, polite and understanding. I felt in very good hands. I also really liked the hospital architecture from the 1930's - it was a famous centre for treating pilots for burns in WW2 and has a lovely caring atmosphere. If you have a sleep issue you are very lucky if you are referred here.
"Sleep Clinic, Victoria Hospital"
About: Queen Victoria Hospital (East Grinstead) Queen Victoria Hospital (East Grinstead) East Grinstead RH19 3DZ
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