Sleep Doctors in Halifax, Nova Scotia: How to Find the Right Specialist

Quick answer: Find Sleep Doctors lists 14 sleep providers and centers in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This guide covers how to compare those listings, what a sleep evaluation may involve, access and insurance basics, local address details, and questions to ask before booking. It is directory information, not medical advice.

Sleep Doctors in Halifax at a glance

The directory includes sleep clinics, respiratory medicine providers, and sleep medicine physicians in Halifax. Some listings are individual clinicians, while others are clinics or hospital-based services. Listed sleep providers and centers include:

Name	Credentials	Specialty	Area	Phone
VitalAire Halifax Sleep Clinic		Sleep Medicine	3543 Dutch Village Road, Halifax	902-455-5163
Sleep Therapeutics Halifax		Sleep Medicine	6155 North Street, Suite 303, Halifax	902-446-3556
Sleep and Wellness Halifax		Sleep Medicine	495-5991 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax	902-932-4090
Dr Alexandra Dittrich		Respiratory Medicine	1796 Summer Street, Halifax
Dr Meredith Chiasson		Respiratory Medicine	1796 Summer Street, Halifax
Dr Alexander Nelson		Sleep Medicine	1796 Summer Street, Halifax
Dr. Debra Morrison	MD, FRCPC	Sleep Medicine	5909 Veterans' Memorial Lane, Suite 4007, Halifax	902-473-8699
Dr. Gosia Phillips	MD, FRCPC	Sleep Medicine	Halifax
Dr Paul Hernandez		Respiratory Medicine	1796 Summer Street, Halifax
Dr Sarah MacIsaac		Respiratory Medicine	1796 Summer Street, Halifax

For the full Halifax listing, see the Halifax sleep doctor page. The broader Nova Scotia page can help if you are comparing options across the province.

How to choose a sleep doctor in Halifax

Start with the concern you want assessed, such as suspected sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs, or daytime sleepiness. Then compare specialty, clinic setting, address, phone availability, and whether the listing is a physician or a center. If your concern involves breathing during sleep, a respiratory medicine listing may be relevant. If you want a sleep-focused clinic, a Sleep Medicine listing may be relevant. Check whether the provider or center accepts referrals and what paperwork is needed before booking. You can also read how to choose a sleep clinic and finding a sleep doctor near you for general comparison tips.

What to expect

A sleep evaluation often begins with a clinical history, symptom review, and possibly a physical examination. A clinician may recommend a sleep study, home sleep apnea test, or follow-up testing depending on symptoms and medical history. Some centers may also discuss treatment options such as positive airway pressure therapy, behavioral sleep strategies, or referral to another specialist. Testing and follow-up vary by clinic and clinician. For background, see sleep study and home sleep study.

Insurance, cost and access

In Canada, coverage depends on provincial health insurance, private insurance, and the type of service. Some physician services may be covered by Nova Scotia's provincial plan, while sleep testing, equipment, or private clinic services may involve fees or separate billing. Ask the clinic directly about referral requirements, coverage, wait times, cancellation policies, and any out-of-pocket costs. This guide does not list prices because prices are not included in the directory data.

Neighborhoods and access

The listed Halifax addresses include Dutch Village Road, North Street, Spring Garden Road, Summer Street, and Veterans' Memorial Lane. Several clinicians share the Division of Respirology at Dalhousie University on Summer Street. One nearby city listed is Kingston, about 71 miles away. Before visiting, confirm parking, transit, building access, and whether the appointment is in person or virtual, because the directory does not indicate telehealth availability for these Halifax listings.

Questions to ask before booking

• Do I need a referral, and from which type of clinician?
• What symptoms or records should I bring to the first visit?
• Which tests, if any, are commonly used for my concern?
• Are appointments in person, virtual, or both?
• What are the expected next steps after the first assessment?
• What costs, if any, are not covered by provincial or private insurance?

Frequently asked questions

How many sleep providers and centers are listed in Halifax?

Find Sleep Doctors lists 14 sleep providers and centers in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Are all listed rows individual physicians?

No. The directory mixes individual physicians with sleep centers and clinics, so review each listing's name and clinic details carefully.

What specialties appear in the Halifax listings?

The listings include Sleep Medicine and Respiratory Medicine.

Can I book directly with every listed provider?

Booking processes vary. Some services may require a referral, and the directory does not state booking rules for each listing.

Does the directory show telehealth availability?

The Halifax listings in this data do not show telehealth availability, so ask the clinic directly.

Is this guide medical advice?

No. It is directory information and should not replace advice from a qualified health professional.

How we built this guide

This guide was prepared by the Find Sleep Doctors Editorial Team using directory data for Halifax, Nova Scotia. Sources include the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the NHLBI. The directory data was last updated on 2026-10-26. This is directory information, not medical advice, and it does not recommend one provider over another.