07/25/2025
I had a wonderful dinner with a thoughtful and dedicated nurse practitioner last night, and it reminded me why I love these one-on-one conversations so much.
She’s been referring patients to us here and there, but lately has wanted to collaborate more. I love how she genuinely cares about her patients and about learning.
We shared case examples, brainstormed scenarios where CPAP wasn’t working, and explored every way to help our mutual patients succeed.
What SURPRISED me most?
When I explained that we can help patients with SEVERE sleep apnea, not just mild and moderate, she was SHOCKED. She had no idea. It made me realize we can’t assume people know what oral appliance therapy is truly capable of.
Awareness is everything.
I’m so appreciative of clinicians like her who are open-minded, eager to learn, and deeply committed to patient care.
Truly grateful for the evening. Great conversation, great company, and hands down some of the best sushi around!