Restful Recovery: Navigating Sleep and Cancer with Dr. Daniel Barone

Join us for an insightful episode of "Restful Recovery," where we explore the crucial interplay between sleep and cancer with Dr. Daniel Barone, a leading expert in sleep medicine. Dr. Barone, the Associate Medical Director at the Weill Cornell Center for Sleep Medicine, shares his extensive knowledge and experience in the field, offering valuable guidance on how sleep impacts cancer treatment and recovery.

Dr. Barone's illustrious career began with his summa cum laude graduation from Fordham University, followed by his medical degree from New York Medical College. His path included an internship in Internal Medicine at Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center, and subsequent Neurology training, where he was named Chief Resident. He completed his Neurology residency at Beth Israel Medical Center and a fellowship in Sleep Disorders at Stony Brook University Medical Center.

As an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College and an Attending Neurologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Dr. Barone specializes in managing various sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome. His certifications and affiliations, including those with the American Academy of Neurology and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, underscore his expertise.

In this episode, Dr. Barone discusses how sleep affects cancer patients, strategies for improving sleep during treatment, and the latest research findings. His insights are drawn from his peer-reviewed publications, media appearances, and his books, "Let’s Talk About Sleep" and "The Story of Sleep: From A to Zzz."

Tune in to learn how better sleep can be a powerful ally in cancer care and recovery, and gain practical tips for improving your sleep health during challenging times.

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