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Navigating equipment and treatment for sleep apnea can be challenging, especially if you’re not sure about what options are right for you.

With Iowa CPAP’s caring experts, transparent pricing, and next-day appointments, you will be educated and find a CPAP machine that will get you back to a good night’s sleep.

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Dr. Steven Zorn, M.D.

Steven Zorn, M.D.

Dr. Steven Zorn is the founder of Iowa Sleep and Iowa CPAP and is board certified in sleep medicine, as well as pulmonary and internal medicine. With over 25 years of experience in sleep medicine and treatment, Dr. Zorn’s philosophy is that every patient should know as much as possible about their sleep condition.

A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Zorn completed his internal medicine residency and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. As a Pulmonary Fellow at Yale University Medical School, he received an NIH research fellowship award.

Jessica Braksiek, MSN, FNP-BC

Jessica Braksiek, MSN, FNP-BC

Jessica joined Iowa Sleep in 2021 with over 20 years of nursing experience and 5 years of experience as a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Jessica received her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from South University where she graduated with honors, and has extensive experience in trauma/emergency medicine, urgent care, pulmonary and sleep medicine. Jessica maintains her board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Jessica comes from a large family of healthcare professionals and has always been driven to care for others. She believes in providing patient-centered care, and feels that patients who actively participate in the process will have greater understanding and success in managing their health.

Jessica enjoys being outdoors, all types of music and spending time with her 3 children: Alexandra, Tyler and Sydney.

Carol Smith, PA-C

Carol Smith, PA-C

Carol Smith joined Iowa Sleep in July 2015 with over 20 years of experience as a Physician Assistant. She received her Physician Assistant training through Des Moines University. Since becoming a PA, Carol has specialized in Family Practice/Urgent Care, Gastroenterology and Women’s Health. Prior to becoming a PA, Carol worked as a critical care RN in ICU/CCU, Post Anesthesia Recovery, Dialysis and the Cardiac Cath Lab. Carol completed her nurse’s training at Santa Rosa Junior College in California.

Carol maintains her PA-C certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physical Assistants by completing periodic testing and annual education requirements. She has attended advanced medical training courses in Sleep Medicine through the American Association of Sleep Medicine (AASM), Atlanta School of Sleep Medicine, and The Institute for the Advancement of Human Behavior.

Carol’s passion for medicine began early in life and has stayed strong. She enjoys spending time listening to her patients, gaining knowledge of their concerns, and helping them find answers to their needs. Carol is married, has an adult daughter and has been an Ankeny resident for over 25 years.

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West Des Moines

4080 Westown Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Ankeny

2005 S Ankeny Blvd Suite 600
Ankeny, IA 50023

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