Sleep medicine – canton of Geneva

Sleep medicine: what to know

Sleep medicine investigates and treats disorders of sleep and alertness. The specialist reviews your habits and symptoms, may arrange a sleep study and suggests suitable treatment, for example for sleep apnoea, insomnia or excessive daytime sleepiness.

When to book an appointment

• Loud snoring with pauses in breathing at night
• Persistent insomnia despite good sleep habits
• Marked daytime sleepiness, even after a full night
• Unusual movements or behaviour during sleep

Costs in Switzerland

Sleep studies are generally covered by compulsory basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG) when medically indicated, often on referral from a doctor.