Dr. Winston Richard Nara, MD, FCCP
Sleep Medicine Specialist | Sleep Medicine
701 E County Line Rd Suite 101 Greenwood IN, 46143
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Winston Richard Nara, MD, FCCP, is a highly trained pulmonologist currently in practice at the Center for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine in Greenwood, Indiana. The Center for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine dedicates itself to state-of-the-art professional practice promoting wellness in their patients and restoration to health of those with respiratory illness. Their mission is to create a model medical practice that is able to attract and develop exceptional physicians and staff – working with the spirit of cooperation and genuine concern for all involved in their practice. Among his other roles, Dr. Nara can be found on staff at Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Franciscan Health Carmel, and Franciscan Health Mooresville. In his clinical role, he specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions and diseases that affect the lungs, bronchial tubes, and the respiratory system, including the nose, pharynx, and throat
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Education and Training
University of Khartoum Faculty of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
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Dr. Winston Richard Nara, MD, FCCP's Expert Contributions
Can chiropractors help with insomnia?
There are many reasons for insomnia including medical, psychological, and habits. In the presence of musculoskeletal pain, chiropractor manipulation will reduce pain, improve sleep quality and decrease insomnia. It is a better choice than pharmaceutical if combined with good sleep hygiene and bedtime habits. READ MORE
Enough sleep?
7 to 9 hours is an accurate average sleep duration, the best time to try to get enough sleep is during vacation. Sleep or other medical conditions, medications, lifestyle, bedroom factors affect sleep quality. All of these need to be evaluated before l can give you an informed answer. Don't operate machines, drive or make financial decisions when sleepy. READ MORE
Trapped wind in middle of night?
The epigastrlc and chest pain warrants evaluation of upped abdominal organs, the patients medication suggests attempts to treat GERD. The association with being in bed during sleep is also suggestive of GERD, things that make GERD worse include acidic and spicy meals, obesity, untreated OSA, and hiatal hernia. It is less likely cardiac since it is relieved by walking and belching. Untreated, GERD may lead to ulcers and esophageal neoplasia. The patient needs to have physical examination, then imaging guided by the examination. Differential diagnosis would include gall bladder, pancreatic disease and other masses, that may mimic these symptoms. Patient should not discount his symptoms. Dr. Nara READ MORE
Is sleeping on your back better for your health?
Sleep position is a matter of preference as well as dictated by physical symptoms while in bed. Laying on your back is bad for people with sleep apnea, severe gastric reflux disease and heart failure. However, for a healthy individual position does not matter in short term, in the long term, sleeping without the proper spine alignment may lead to early spine degenerative disease. Dr. Nara READ MORE
Do kids need a sleep test for sleep apnea?
They do, it can be in a sleep lab or at home. Dr. Nara READ MORE
Is sleep apnea curable with surgery?
The only cure for obstructive sleep apnea is a tracheostomy. Central sleep apnea and Cheyne stokes breathing disorder will not respond to a tracheostomy since they are related to the central control of breathing during sleep. Tracheostomy bypasses all areas of obstructive apnea from the nose all the way to get air directly into the lungs. Other upper airway surgeries may help, but will not cure sleep apnea. READ MORE
Why is my mom unable to sleep, even when she's taking medications?
Insomnia affects 10% of adult population, there are 2 types primary vs secondary. Both are associated with hyper- arousal, increased sympathetic tone and metabolism. Your mom has co morbid anxiety that is affecting her Insomnia. She needs to be evaluated for other medical conditions besides anxiety and treated. Pharmacological treatment alone is not enough, she needs cognitive behavior therapy, sleep restrictions and stimulus control. The treatment usually takes time but with strict focus on non-pharmacological there is a good chance of success. Your mom needs care coordination between a psychiatrist and sleep specialist. READ MORE
My daughter sleeps with her mouth open. Is this ok?
She needs to undergo a sleep study. Of course, she needs review of her medication if she is taking any. A complete neurological examination and endocrine assessment is needed as well. READ MORE
When is a person recommended to take sleeping tablets?
Your loved needs a complete assessment of pathophysiologic and psychological assessment before your doctor can prescribe a sleeping aid. Insomnia may be masking making neurological, cardiopulmonary and multitude of other diagnosis. In some situations it may be protective to wake up and breathe or address a painful condition. Once a pathology is excluded, then emphasis should be made to pursue a comprehensive treatment including cognitive behavioral therapy in addition to medications. A close monitoring of side effects of treatment is needed while fostering healthy sleep habits. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- TopDoc 2019 Top Doctor
Professional Memberships
- American College of Chest Physicians
- American Board of Sleep Medicine
- Society of Critical Care Medicine
Fellowships
- University at Buffalo School of Medicine Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine 2005
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Dr. Nara supports his local community with the Indiana Habitat for Humanity. The doctor is also actively involved in the Sudanese Christian Church.
Internships
- Omdurman Hospital, Sudan
Fellowships
- University at Buffalo School of Medicine2005Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Chest Physicians, American Board of Sleep Medicine, Society of Critical Care Medicine
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Dr. Nara supports his local community with the Indiana Habitat for Humanity. The doctor is also actively involved in the Sudanese Christian Church.
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Get to know Pulmonologist Dr. Winston Richard Nara, who serves patients in Greenwood, Indiana.
Well-versed in the field of pulmonology, Dr. Nara is affiliated with the Center for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, serving patients in Greenwood, Indiana.
The Center for Respiratory & Sleep Medicine (CRSM) has the facilities and expertise to quickly diagnose respiratory and sleep conditions so patients breathe and rest easier. Their Pulmonary Function Lab and partner, Indiana Sleep Center, can perform a variety of lung function tests and sleep studies to expedite and facilitate diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases.
A native of Sudan, Dr. Nara earned his medical degree from Khartoum University, and completed his internship at the Omdurman Hospital. Upon relocating to the United States, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Queens Hospital, and his fellowship in pulmonary disease at the University at Buffalo.
Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP), the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease and sleep medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
In his professional experience, he has admitting privileges at the Franciscan Health Mooresville, Franciscan Health Carmel, and Franciscan Health Indianapolis.
Pulmonology is a medical specialty that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract. A pulmonologist is an internal medicine physician who specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions and diseases that affect the lungs, bronchial tubes, and the respiratory system, including the nose, pharynx, and throat.
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