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“I did want to tell you, out of the other 4 podcasts I've been a guest on, being your guest has been the smoothest and most enjoyable process of them all. You're doing great and I appreciate all that you're doing for the greater good of our country's sleep health.”

— Mariah Lohr PT, DPT, PRPC | Nomadic PT

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Official Bio 

Dr. Alison Kole stands at the forefront of sleep medicine as the visionary behind the Oak Health Sleep telemedicine program. With board certifications in Sleep, Pulmonary, and Critical Care medicine, she leverages over ten years of experience to enrich her role. Her academic foundation was laid at Barnard College, leading to an MD/MPH from Tufts University School of Medicine, and honed through specialized training at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA.

Acknowledged for her comprehensive understanding of sleep disorders, Dr. Kole has been instrumental in propelling sleep health forward. Her telemedicine consultations embody an integrative approach, blending traditional medical practices with holistic methods. Dr. Kole champions the concept of sleep as essential to health, advocating for the use of evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) to combat insomnia and sleep deprivation.

Central to Dr. Kole's endeavors is the belief that sleep is not merely a luxury but a fundamental component of overall health. Beyond her direct patient care, she extends her influence through the "Sleep Is My Waking Passion" podcast and as a public speaker. Here, she emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in maximizing sleep health, connecting with a broad spectrum of professionals from various fields.

As Vice-Chair of the AASM Advocacy Committee, Dr. Kole champions sleep advocacy and policy reform on Capitol Hill, working to drive systemic change that promotes better sleep health across the nation. Her pioneering efforts in sleep medicine are shifting the conversation toward a more holistic and enlightened understanding of the critical role sleep plays in our well-being, inspiring many to reevaluate and prioritize their sleep health.

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