--- title: Sleep Better, Live Better Blog | Jonathan Sherrill description: Jonathan Sherrill has over 15 years of experience in clinical Polysomnography and sleep center operations. He has extensive experience in starting, building and managing sleep centers and accredited DME programs. Jonathan joined Advanced Sleep Medicine in 2003 and oversees all 19 sleep centers and technical operations. Along with earning his Bachelor’s Degree from CSU-Fullerton in 2002, Jonathan is registered in sleep medicine through the BRPT and the ABSM and is licensed through the Medical Board of California is Polysomnography. He maintains professional memberships with the American Association of Sleep Technologists and the California Sleep Society. Jonathan and his wife Aracy enjoy spending time with their 3 children and 2 dogs. --- **[![ASMS_logo_shadow_round](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ASMS_logo_shadow_round.png?width=200&name=ASMS_logo_shadow_round.png "ASMS_logo_shadow_round")](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/)** **Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, Inc.** The Sleep Experts`®` (877) 775-3377 ## Sleep Better, Live Better Blog ### *We believe that education is the first step to finding better sleep. Our articles educate people on sleep news, sleep disorders, and sleep care to help them achieve better health and live better lives. * *Thanks for joining the conversation.* ## Jonathan Sherrill Jonathan Sherrill has over 15 years of experience in clinical Polysomnography and sleep center operations. He has extensive experience in starting, building and managing sleep centers and accredited DME programs. Jonathan joined Advanced Sleep Medicine in 2003 and oversees all 19 sleep centers and technical operations. Along with earning his Bachelor’s Degree from CSU-Fullerton in 2002, Jonathan is registered in sleep medicine through the BRPT and the ABSM and is licensed through the Medical Board of California is Polysomnography. He maintains professional memberships with the American Association of Sleep Technologists and the California Sleep Society. Jonathan and his wife Aracy enjoy spending time with their 3 children and 2 dogs. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Understanding Your Sleep Study Results](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/sleepbetterblog/understanding-sleep-study-results) Posted by [Jonathan Sherrill](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/author/jonathan-sherrill) Oct 27, 2016 8:00:00 AM [![](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/hubfs/Website_Redesign_Photos/JUDY_SESSION_2_JPG-210_smaller.jpg) ](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/sleepbetterblog/understanding-sleep-study-results) If you recently had or ordered a sleep study to test for [sleep apnea](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/types), the question foremost in your mind is probably what your results have to say about your sleep health or the health of your patient. However, unless you know what to look for, your sleep study report may seem more perplexing than informational. Here are six things you need to know in order to be able to read and understand a sleep study report. ***Note: You should review your results with your physician and discuss your diagnosis, next steps and treatment options.*** [Read More](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/sleepbetterblog/understanding-sleep-study-results) Topics: [Sleep Studies](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/topic/sleep-studies) ## [Can I Smoke During My Sleep Study?](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/can-i-smoke-during-my-sleep-study) Posted by [Jonathan Sherrill](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/author/jonathan-sherrill) Sep 27, 2016 7:00:00 AM [![](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/hubfs/no_smoking_during_sleep_studies.jpg) ](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/can-i-smoke-during-my-sleep-study) In 2013, 17.8% of American adults reported smoking cigarettes, down from 20.9% in 2005 and 42.4% in 1956 (when the U.S. government first started keeping such records). That's great news! But it's really important for people who already have sleep issues to stop or reduce their smoking as smoking affects the quality of your sleep in many different ways: - Smoking increases your risk of sleep apnea (learn more about sleep apnea [here](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/learn-about-sleep-apnea)) - Smokers wake up more frequently during the night. - Smokers have trouble falling asleep and feel restless in the morning. - Smokers are more likely to suffer insomnia (read more about insomnia [here](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/insomnia-causes-symptoms-treatment)). If you're a smoker and have scheduled or are considering scheduling a sleep study, you're probably worried about how you'll make it through the night. Our technical director, Jonathan Sherrill addresses your concerns in this post. [Read More](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/can-i-smoke-during-my-sleep-study) Topics: [Preparing for your sleep study](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/topic/preparing-for-your-sleep-study) ## [How Will Acrylic Nails or Nail Polish Affect My Sleep Study?](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/acrylic-nails-nail-polish-and-sleep-studies) Posted by [Jonathan Sherrill](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/author/jonathan-sherrill) Sep 22, 2016 7:00:00 AM [![](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/hubfs/do_acrylic_fingernails_interfere_with_sleep_study.jpg) ](https://299691.hs-sites-na2.com/blog/acrylic-nails-nail-polish-and-sleep-studies) The nail industry grew to $7.47 billion in 2012. In California alone, there were almost 8,000 nail salons. Many of the patients we schedule for in-center and in-home sleep studies wear nail polish, gels or acrylics.  Our customer service department is frequently asked whether nail polish, gels or acrylics will interfere with testing. Jonathan Sherrill, RPSGT, is the technical director of Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, Inc. In this post, he answer this question and offers and some background. 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With 20 locations across California, we are the leading provider of in-center and in-home (HST) sleep studies, PAP therapeutic devices, and replacement PAP supplies. We are contracted with more than 300 medical groups and commercial health plans. We partner with independent physicians who are at the forefront of the field of sleep medicine and together we provide high-quality, affordable, result-oriented and patient-centric diagnostic and therapeutic sleep medicine services. 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