Dr. Isabella Soreca, MD
Claim this profileVA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA
Studies Sleep Apnea
Studies Obstructive Sleep Apnea
3 reported clinical trials
6 drugs studied
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Isabella Soreca, MD is currently running
Medications
for PTSD-Related Insomnia
Many Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have trouble sleeping or have frequent nightmares. So far, no medication has been approved for treatment of insomnia in PTSD. The purpose of this research study is to find out if taking medications called trazodone or eszopiclone can help decrease symptoms of insomnia in patients with PTSD. PTSD is a form of intense anxiety which sometimes results from severe trauma. Symptoms may include nightmares, flashbacks, troublesome memories, difficulty sleeping, poor concentration, irritability, anger, and emotional withdrawal. Insomnia is a disorder that can make it hard to fall sleep, stay asleep or cause a person to wake up too early and not be able to fall back to sleep.
Recruiting1 award Phase 32 criteria
Bright Light Therapy
for Sleep Apnea
Persistent daytime symptoms of sleepiness in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) are associated with adverse long term medical and functional outcomes. Supplementary exposure to bright light has beneficial effects on sleep quality and daytime vigilance in healthy individuals and it has been increasingly applied in a variety of sleep and neuropsychiatric conditions. This study will explore the role of Bright Light Therapy (BLT), a well-established non-pharmacological intervention for circadian disturbances, for the treatment of residual daytime symptoms of OSA which do not respond to CPAP. BLT will be delivered via therapy glasses in a cross-over design, where each participant will be exposed to active treatment and sham treatment (4 weeks in each arm) in a randomized order. The hypothesis is that participants will demonstrate improvements in the variables of interest during the four-week active treatment portion of the eight-week crossover study, compared to the four-week sham treatment portion.
Recruiting0 awards N/A5 criteria
More about Isabella Soreca, MD
Clinical Trial Related3 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 3 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Isabella Soreca, MD has experience with
- Trazodone
- Eszopiclone
- Gabapentin
- Placebo
- Bright Light Therapy
- Bright Light Therapy (BLT)
Breakdown of trials Isabella Soreca, MD has run
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep Disorders
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Isabella Soreca, MD specialize in?
Isabella Soreca, MD focuses on Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. In particular, much of their work with Sleep Apnea has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Isabella Soreca, MD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Isabella Soreca, MD is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Isabella Soreca, MD has studied deeply?
Yes, Isabella Soreca, MD has studied treatments such as Trazodone, Eszopiclone, Gabapentin.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Isabella Soreca, MD?
Apply for one of the trials that Isabella Soreca, MD is conducting.
What is the office address of Isabella Soreca, MD?
The office of Isabella Soreca, MD is located at: VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15240 United States. This is the address for their practice at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA.
Is there any support for travel costs?
The coverage of travel expenses can vary greatly between different clinical trials. Please see more financial detail in the trials you’re interested to apply.