Dr. Parisa Fazli Panah is a dual-certified anesthesiologist and sleep medicine specialist trained at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS). She holds both an MD and a residency in Anesthesiology and Critical Care, and is recognized as a top-ranking fellowship graduate in Sleep Medicine from TUMS. She’s also an esteemed member of the Iranian Sleep Medicine Association.
Areas of Focus & Expertise
Dr. Fazli Panah provides a comprehensive suite of sleep-related diagnostic and therapeutic services:
Diagnostic Capabilities
In-Lab Polysomnography (PSG) – Full, overnight sleep studies to assess brain activity, breathing, oxygen levels, heart rhythms, and muscle movements.
Home Sleep Apnea Tests – Convenient assessments for sleep-disordered breathing conducted at home.
Multiple Sleep Latency Testing (MSLT) – Measures daytime sleepiness and helps diagnose narcolepsy or other hypersomnias.
Treated Sleep Disorders
Insomnia & Non-Restorative Sleep – Chronic inability to sleep soundly or awaken refreshed.
Obstructive and Central Sleep Apnea – Breathing disruptions due to airway blockage or neurological issues.
Circadian Rhythm Disorders – Irregular sleep schedules and internal clock misalignment.
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) – Uncomfortable leg sensations that interfere with sleep.
Parasomnias – Sleepwalking, nightmares, dream enactment behaviors, and related disorders.
Therapeutic Interventions
CPAP / BiPAP Optimization – Tailoring pressure settings for optimal sleep apnea treatment.
Pharmacological Management – Medication strategies for sleep-related conditions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) – A behavioral approach to improving sleep habits and mindset.
Research & Academic Contributions
Dr. Fazli Panah has engaged in research on sleep disturbances among healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, shedding light on elevated insomnia, daytime sleepiness, and related mental health impacts.jss.tums.ac.irMagiran She is also connected with occupational sleep research at Baharloo Sleep Clinic under Tehran University of Medical Sciences, contributing to studies on CPAP effects and other sleep medicine insights.