Departments
Sleep Medicine Program
We care for patients with a broad spectrum of sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome. We are accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and evaluate, diagnose, and treat these disorders with a coordinated approach. We know that a good night of sleep matters. Other issues we treat include: Snoring Sleep apnea-related seizure disorders Circadian and shift work-related disorders Parasomnias, such as sleep walking and talking, and abnormal behavior during sleep Our internationally recognized physicians are board-certified in pulmonary critical care medicine or neurology. They also have additional certifications in sleep medicine. As an interdisciplinary program, we work closely with specialists in otolaryngology (ENT), neurology, cardiology, psychology, dentistry, and bariatric surgery. We offer a state-of-the art lab testing system to pinpoint patients’ sleep problems, as well as home sleep-testing systems. At the West Haven VA, we care for veterans, who frequently struggle with sleep issues related to posttraumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. Our VA program includes six in-hospital monitoring beds and 30 home sleep-testing units. Through our Sleep Center in the Department of Pediatrics, we treat sleep disorders in children, and manage patients with congenital disorders that impact breathing during sleep. We have a three-bed testing unit in Yale New Haven Hospital specifically designed for children that includes dedicated staff who are experienced in dealing with children and their sleep disorders.Internal Medicine
Covering every aspect of health care for adults, Internal Medicine is the largest department in the Yale School of Medicine, and the largest clinical service at Yale New Haven Hospital. We provide comprehensive and specialized services in all areas in a variety of outpatient settings as well as the Veterans Affairs (VA) Connecticut Health Care System campus in West Haven. Our culture of collaboration and research gives patients access to expert opinions from nearly 1,000 doctors, as well as opportunities to get tomorrow’s health care today through more than 100 clinical trials. Most importantly, we attend to our diverse community of patients with compassionate, thorough care. Specialized care is offered in the following areas: Allergy & clinical immunology Cardiovascular medicine Digestive diseases Endocrinology General internal medicine Geriatrics Hematology Infectious diseases Medical oncology Occupational health & environmental medicine Nephrology Pulmonology, critical care & sleep medicine Rheumatology International reputation for work in understanding function, independence, and quality of life in older persons Key research breakthroughs of the past decade that include the development of a protective Lyme bacillus disease vaccine, exploration of the underlying causes of allergic disease, and the discovery of novel inherited immunological diseases Largest interventional cardiology program in Connecticut Major referral center for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as other metabolic conditions Nationally ranked program in kidney diseases and the largest kidney transplant program in New England, with multidisciplinary care clinics One of the largest peripheral vascular programs in the country, with leadership and participation in multiple new percutaneous device trials Once of only a few motility centers in Connecticut to provide all motility procedures and services Unique medical forensic exams for individuals with claims of torture who are seeking asylum in the U.S.Pediatric Sleep Medicine Program
Yale is the regional leader in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sleep problems in infants, toddlers, children, and teens. Sleep problems can be linked to respiratory issues, or may stem from other medical, behavioral, or developmental concerns. We are dedicated to working with each family to locate the source of the child’s sleep issues, and to find a way to better sleep. No matter the cause, we will deliver comprehensive, compassionate care for each child’s sleep challenges in a warm, child-friendly environment. Our staff includes physicians who are board-certified in pediatrics, pediatric pulmonology, and sleep medicine. We are the only center in the state staffed exclusively with board-certified specialists. In addition to diagnosis and treatment of sleep issues, we provide support for patients in need of oxygen and ventilators, and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) titration and management. Nonrespiratory sleep complaints we treat include: Insomnia, including difficulties falling asleep and nocturnal awakenings Excessive daytime sleepiness Restless leg syndrome Sleep disturbance, including parasomnias (sleep walking, night terrors, nightmares, and bed wetting) Narcolepsy Respiratory sleep problems include: Obstructive sleep apnea with snoring, noisy breathing, disrupted sleep, or daytime sleepiness and/or attention problems Life-threatening eventsin infancy Respiratory complications of neuromuscular disease, including muscular dystrophy Pre- and post-operative evaluation for scoliosis, spina bifida, cleft palate, and other neurosurgical and craniofacial disordersNeurology
Yale’s Department of Neurology has been at the forefront of cutting-edge clinical care and scientific discovery since it began in 1952. It was Yale scientists who discovered the genes that cause Multiple Sclerosis. Yale housed one of the first epilepsy monitoring units in the country, and one of the first stroke centers at its partner, the Veterans Affairs (VA) Center in West Haven. Today, our team of experienced doctors are committed to understanding and treating the entire spectrum of nervous system diseases. Expert physicians specialize in brain and nerve health for both children and adults. Specialized care is offered in the following areas: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy, neuromuscular disorders Alzheimer’s disease/cognitive disorders Epilepsy and neurophysiology General neurology, headache, pain Multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology Neurodegenerative disorders Neurocritical care Neurological infections Neuro-oncology Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders Stroke and vascular neurologyLeukemia & Lymphoma Program
Leukemia and lymphoma are two of the three primary blood cancers. Leukemia, a cancer of white blood cells, prevents the cells from fighting infections in the body. Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system, and affects a type of white blood cell called lymphocytes. While the causes of these cancers remain unknown, great strides in treatment, some of which originated from Yale Hematology research, are improving survival rates. Yale uses a multidisciplinary approach to treating leukemia and lymphoma. We offer comprehensive diagnosis and treatment with the overall goal of bringing about a complete remission. Treatment approaches for blood cancers may include chemotherapy, radiation oncology, stem cell or marrow transplantation, or immunotherapy. Each patient receives an individual treatment plan, which includes standard care and/or clinical trials, which offer novel treatment options. Leukemia After initial blood work to identify the level of white blood cells relative to red blood cells and platelets, further testing, such as diagnostic blood tests, flow cytometry, a bone marrow biopsy, and/or molecular/genetic testing, will determine the type of leukemia and severity of disease. There are multiple types of leukemia including: Acute lymphocytic leukemia Acute myeloid leukemia Chronic lymphocytic leukemia Chronic myeloid leukemia Yale Medicine scientists can determine the particular mutation of the cell and target the mutation. Treatment may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, corticosteroids, and/or stem cell transplant. Lymphoma Lymphoma is classified into two broad categories: Hodgkin’s lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Doctors confirm a lymphoma diagnosis through a lymph node biopsy. Further testing may be performed to determine the disease progression. The most common treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma is chemotherapy. Novel immunotherapy may also be used. Treatment for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma may include active surveillance, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, or stem cell transplantation. Yale Hematology researchers are conducting numerous clinical trials to test new innovative treatment options in both leukemia and lymphoma.Yale Cancer Center
Yale Cancer Center is Connecticut's only cancer center designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute—and one of only 54 in the nation. The significance of this designation has profound implications for those who choose Smilow Cancer Hospital as the place where they will be cared for and receive treatment for their cancer. National Cancer Institute cancer centers are national leaders in cancer research, prevention, detection, and treatment. This provides patients at Smilow Cancer Hospital with novel treatment options and expert care.