Peter Nassar, MD, FAASM, FCCP
Sleep Medicine
Physician Profile
Peter Nassar, MD, is proud to offer his patients an unmatched level of comprehensive care for the diagnosis and treatment of all sleep disorders. With a deep understand of the role sleep plays in a person’s overall health and well-being. Dr. Nassar specializes in the following areas:
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Insomnia
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Narcolepsy
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Restless Leg Syndrome
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Sleep Medicine
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Sleep Apnea
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Occupational Sleep Medicine
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Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Treatment
Titles:
Medical Director, Jacksonville Sleep Center
Specialties:
Pulmonologist
An Internist (Pulmonologist) who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The specialist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Sleep Medicine Specialist
An Internist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of clinical conditions that occur during sleep, that disturb sleep, or that are affected by disturbances in the wake-sleep cycle. This specialist is skilled in the analysis and interpretation of comprehensive polysomnography, and well-versed in emerging research and management of a sleep laboratory.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internist
An Internist is a personal physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and in the hospital, managing both common and complex illnesses of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and the digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Critical Care Specialist
An Internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Education & Training:
Doctor of Medicine
Ross University, North Brunswick, NJ
1995 - 1999
Residency
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
1999 - 2002
Fellowship
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
2002 - 2005
Hospital Affiliation:
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Baptist Medical Center Beaches
Ages Treated:
Infant
Toddler
Adolescent
Teen
Adult
Senior
Legal Practice Name:
Jacksonville Sleep Center
From the Doctor:
I am originally from the upstate New York area. After attending medical school my wife who is also a physician, and I jumped at the chance to live in the warmer climate. We enjoy spending our free time at swim meets and soccer matches; watching our two beautiful daughters. When not working or spending time with my family I am an avid golfer.
I love practicing sleep medicine. Sleep is an essential component to a person’s well-being and with a lack of quality sleep, every area of a person’s life can be negatively impacted. Sleep disorders can also disguise themselves as other diseases and it is incredible to have a patient, who with appropriate treatment has their symptoms of Parkinson’s, fibromyalgia or dementia significantly improved.