Dr. Shannon Foster, D.O., is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, specializing in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. She is the Associate Director of the Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program at OU Health. Her clinical specialties include sleep disorders, pulmonary diseases, and critical care medicine.
Dr. Foster earned her Doctor of Osteopathy from A.T. Still University. She completed her residency training in Family Medicine at Eisenhower Army Medical Center and her fellowship training in Sleep Medicine at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Foster is actively involved in academic roles, serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor and Associate Director of the Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program. She has a strong commitment to research, with numerous publications and presentations in the field of sleep medicine. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Foster enjoys volunteering in the community and has received several awards for her service, including the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.
Why Your Patients Can’t Sleep: Decoding the Most Common Sleep Disorders
Objectives:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of sleep studies (home, diagnostic, split, titration) and when it is appropriate to order.
- Understand diagnostic criteria for obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome.
- Show proficiency in preliminary treatment options for the most common sleep disorders and have an understanding of when it is appropriate to refer to sleep medicine.