Dr Jonathon Parker. Specialist physician in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine.

Are you experiencing persistent fatigue, mood swings, or difficulty concentrating? Do you find yourself snoring, waking up feeling unrefreshed, or struggling with broken sleep? These could be signs of an underlying sleep disorder that requires attention. Poor sleep, if left unchecked, can lead to significant health issues such as weight gain, high blood pressure, heart problems, and mental health challenges.

We are pleased to introduce our new Sleep & Respiratory Specialist, Dr. Jonathon Parker, who is dedicated to assessing, diagnosing, and treating your sleep conditions. Dr. Parker is dual-trained, offering expertise across a broad spectrum of respiratory and sleep disorders, including:

– Sleep Apnoea
– Daytime Sleepiness
– Insomnia
– Restless Legs Syndrome
– Narcolepsy
– Sleep Talking
– Asthma
– Dyspnoea (Shortness of Breath)
– Chronic Cough
– Smoking-Related Lung Conditions

Why Prioritise Sleep?

Quality sleep is essential for your overall health and wellbeing. Prioritising sleep can help you:

– Feel energized and more productive
– Improve mental clarity and emotional wellbeing
– Reduce the risk of chronic health conditions
– Enhance your overall quality of life

Dr. Jonathon Parker is a dedicated Sleep & Respiratory Specialist at NT Medical Specialists (NTMS), committed to assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of conditions. He has extensive expertise in sleep disorders, including sleep apnoea, insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, and sleep talking. Additionally, Dr. Parker addresses various respiratory issues such as asthma, dyspnoea (shortness of breath), chronic cough, and smoking-related lung conditions. With a patient-focused wholistic approach, he is available for Telehealth appointments throughout the Northern Territory, with select face-to-face consultations.

Dr. Parker completed his medical training at the University of Queensland and Griffith University, followed by advanced specialty training in Respiratory & Sleep Medicine at the Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital. His passion lies in improving patients’ quality of life through effective treatment strategies, including CPAP therapy for obstructive sleep apnoea and lifestyle modifications for better respiratory health.

He is also skilled in thoracic procedures, including advanced bronchoscopy and both linear and convex EBUS. In sleep medicine, Dr. Parker has a particular interest in CPAP therapy and weight loss as effective treatments for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), excessive daytime tiredness, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, bruxism, and insomnia.

Take the first step toward better health and a brighter future by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Parker.