Clete A. Kushida

Clete A. Kushida, MD, PhD, is a sleep specialist, neurologist, professor, chief, and medical director at Stanford Sleep Medicine. He served as the inaugural president of the World Sleep Society, past president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and founding president of the California Sleep Society. He has authored or edited more than 300 publications and is editor-in-chief of the journal Sleep Science and Practice.

Articles & Books From Clete A. Kushida

Sleep For Dummies
Improve your health, your productivity, and your relationships—with sleep!In a world constantly on the move, it's not surprising that more and more people aren't sleeping as much as they'd like. Sleep For Dummies helps you understand the foundations of sleep and how it impacts our everyday lives. With easy-to-understand explanations and simple strategies you can start using today, this book will help you get the most out of your sleep hours.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-11-2025
The Sleep For Dummies book offers the tools to understand the science of sleep, tackle common sleep disorders, and build better sleep habits to improve nights — and feel refreshed during the day. This handy Sleep For Dummies Cheat Sheet provides quick, essential information for reference anytime, whether troubleshooting sleep issues or looking for ways to optimize sleep habits.