In a 24-hour society, where people of all persuasions burn the candle at both ends, restorative sleep has become more whimsy than reality. But, no matter how common, the consequences of continued sleep deprivation can be dire—fatigue, impaired thinking, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic changes that compromise health.

Enter North Texas Lung & Sleep Clinic (NTLSC). Founded in 1991 by Dr. David Ostransky, the NTLSC comprises both clinical and sleep study staff who evaluate patients with pulmonary and sleep disorders. The clinic receives many referrals for sleep studies and is heavily involved in clinical research for pharmaceutical companies, including current clinical trials for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and sleep apnea.

When NTLSC medical director Dr. Ostransky became certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine in 1996, there were only 850 other physicians nationwide who specialized in the field. Today, with 55 million Americans suffering from some form of sleep disorder, Dr. Ostransky and his staff command a captive audience among the sleepless in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Having served the sleepless for more than 20 years, Dr. Ostransky has long known the secret to a healthier, more productive life. “The key to wellness and success,” he says, “is simply easy breathing and a good night’s sleep.”

Dr. Ostransky is convinced America is facing a “growing epidemic” in both sleep disorders and lung diseases. He and his stellar staff at the North Texas Lung & Sleep Clinic accept no limitations when staring down the challenge of a difficult diagnosis. In fact, this is just what sets Dr. Ostransky apart.

Board-certified in internal medicine, respiratory medicine and sleep medicine, his careful attention to detail and reputation for exhaustive evaluation have earned him national recognition as an expert in both pulmonology and sleep medicine.

His academic interests in sleep medicine include insomnia, CPAP optimization in sleep apnea, CPAP mask design, central sleep apnea syndrome, shift work, sleep disorders in women, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, and alternative treatments for sleep disorders.

His academic interests in pulmonary medicine include difficult asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, sarcoidosis, nutrition and breathing, chronic cough and evaluation of shortness of breath.

View Dr. David Ostransky's appearance on

Good Morning Texas:

    "Treating Sleep Disorders in Women."

    "Are You Sleep Deprived?"

    "Effective Treatments for Sleep Apnea."