Sleep is one of the most powerful forms of medicine. Yet for millions of adults, restful, consistent sleep remains out of reach. Insomnia—trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early—can drain mental clarity, physical energy, and emotional well-being.
At Elite Internal Medicine, Dr. Scott Clemens takes a comprehensive, concierge-based approach to insomnia care. Rather than relying solely on sleep aids, he explores the full picture—lifestyle factors, stress, hormonal changes, and underlying medical conditions—to create sustainable solutions for better sleep. Through longer visits, advanced testing, and direct communication, concierge care provides the time and insight needed to uncover what’s really keeping you up at night.
Insomnia is one of the most common sleep disorders, affecting nearly one in three adults at some point in life. It can be short-term (lasting a few nights or weeks) or chronic (persisting for months or longer). Common symptoms include:
Beyond feeling tired, untreated insomnia can contribute to more serious health concerns, including high blood pressure, weight gain, insulin resistance, depression, and weakened immunity. Because sleep influences nearly every system in the body, persistent insomnia deserves more than a quick fix—it calls for a personalized, medical evaluation.
Effective insomnia care starts with understanding the “why.” Dr. Clemens takes a detailed history that examines not just sleep habits, but also stress and mood patterns, diet, exercise, medications, and overall health.
Diagnosis may involve:
This comprehensive diagnostic process helps distinguish primary insomnia (a disorder by itself) from secondary causes—such as anxiety, chronic pain, or medical conditions—that require a tailored approach.
Insomnia treatment focuses on both symptom relief and long-term root-cause resolution. At Elite Internal Medicine, patients receive customized care plans that may include:
In many cases, subtle lifestyle adjustments—like consistent bedtime wind-down routines, limiting caffeine and alcohol, or maintaining regular exercise—make a powerful difference. Concierge medicine enhances this process by offering ongoing follow-up, direct communication, and detailed monitoring so patients can see measurable improvement over time.
Traditional medicine often treats insomnia as a quick-diagnose, quick-prescribe issue that can get patients dependent on sedative medications. In contrast, Dr. Clemens’ concierge model allows for deeper exploration and continuity of care. Patients have access to extended appointments, same-day visits, and secure communication for ongoing support—because managing sleep health takes time, insight, and trust. This personalized relationship allows Dr. Clemens to integrate advanced testing, evaluate progress between visits, and adjust treatment based on real-world outcomes. For many patients in the Denver suburbs balancing high stress and demanding schedules, concierge primary care provides the structure and partnership needed to achieve truly restorative sleep.
If chronic insomnia is affecting your focus, mood, or energy, schedule a consultation with Dr. Clemens today. Personalized concierge care can help you finally get the sleep your body and mind deserve.
