Pushkar Deshpande, DO

Sleep Medicine Physician

Board Certified Internal Medicine

Board Eligible In Sleep Medicine

Education:

• Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine
• Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center
• Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas Campus
• Graduate: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Post Baccalaureate
• Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University, B.S in Biology

Certifications:

• Licensure, Virginia Board of Medicine
• Licensure, Maryland Board of Medicine

Improper sleep has been linked to several medical disorders and the practice of Sleep Medicine has an integral part in preventative healthcare. There are so many benefits of getting a good night’s rest which are especially important now in our technologically advancing society.

I first became interested in Sleep Medicine after learning the science of sleep during medical school. During my Internal Medicine residency, I rotated in the Sleep Medicine Clinic for several months and got the opportunity to see how working with patients to improve their sleep dramatically impacted their quality of life.  I fell in love with this field of medicine and decided to pursue fellowship training.

Now with my background in Internal Medicine and a sub specialization in Sleep Medicine my goal is to provide a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and managing patients. Through discussion, education, and patient advocacy, I look forward to working alongside patients to improve not only their sleep, but also their daytime functioning, mood, and overall health.