Dr. David Z. Liao is our dedicated Inspire sleep apnea provider at The Centers for Advanced ENT Care – Siegel, Bosworth & Sorensen Division in Rockville, MD. He values attention to detail, precision, and analytical thinking, and his approach to care emphasizes compassion, careful listening, and collaboration to deliver personalized care and the best possible treatment experience for each patient.
If you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and you struggle with CPAP, Inspire therapy may be the solution for you. Inspire therapy is a mask-free and hose-free treatment option for people with OSA who haven’t had success with CPAP machines.
To be a candidate for Inspire therapy, you must be:
18 years or older
Diagnosed with moderate to severe OSA
Tried and struggled with CPAP
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Liao to learn more:
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder in which the throat muscles relax and repeatedly blocks the airway during sleep. These breathing interruptions (apneas) can reduce oxygen levels, disrupt sleep, and contribute to snoring, daytime fatigue, etc. When left untreated, OSA can potentially lead to serious health problems.
Now Discover Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy
Inspire sleep apnea therapy is an FDA-approved OSA treatment for those who are unable to tolerate CPAP. Inspire therapy requires a minimally invasive surgical procedure where a small device is implanted under the skin. The implanted device is designed to help keep the airway open during sleep without requiring a mask, hose, or bedside machine.
Inspire therapy addresses airway obstruction by gently stimulating muscles that help maintain airway openness during sleep. This approach allows for more natural breathing and is designed to fit into your nightly routine with minimal disruption.
How Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy Works
Inspire sleep apnea therapy uses upper airway stimulation that responds to your natural breathing patterns. The system includes:
A small implantable device placed beneath the skin of the chest
A sensing lead that detects breathing
A stimulation lead that helps maintain an open and unobstructed airway
Before sleeping, the device can be activated using a handheld remote. During sleep, Inspire provides gentle stimulation to support airway openness with each breath.
Schedule an Inspire Sleep Apnea Consultation in Rockville, MD
If CPAP has not worked for you, Inspire sleep apnea therapy may be an option worth exploring. Our team is here to guide you through every step—from evaluation to treatment planning and long-term follow-up.
Get started by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Liao:
Dr. Siegel is a phenomenal doctor, and I am so glad that a friend recommended him and his excellent team. As long as I can remember I have struggled with breathing through my nose, and with snoring. Previous doctors blamed “bad plumbing ” or allergies, claiming that there was nothing they could do. Dr. Siegel […]
Ms. Atkins is very knowledgeable, listened well and addressed all my concerns in a professional manner. She and her assistant did a great job addressing all my physical therapy issues.
Olivia is just the best! I was diagnosed with NPH and she’s been instrumental in getting me back to walking and functioning normally. She’s knowledgeable about neurophysiological processes and empathetic about the work I need to do become more functional and increase my walking speed. I cannot recommend her enough!
Alyssa is amazing. She helped me solve a problem I have had for over 8 years. Alyssa is kind, caring nd knows her business. Can’t ask for much more for medical care. Thank you, Alyssa.
I worked with Lauralyn Heon for about 10 months for various issues. She is without a doubt an excellent PT. I cannot thank her enough for her excellent care and getting me to where I am now.
