La Porte, IN – For people with obstructive sleep apnea, restful sleep can feel frustratingly out of reach, particularly when standard treatments fall short. A new FDA-approved, implantable device may offer a breakthrough option for patients seeking lasting relief.

The community is invited to join Northwest Medical Group, Sleep Medicine Specialist and Pulmonologist, Marvi Bikak, M.D., for a free community seminar where she will discuss options for treating this breathing disorder, and the new device that keeps a person’s airway open while sleeping without a mask.

“About 40% of people with obstructive sleep apnea cannot tolerate CPAP therapy, but there’s a new innovative, implantable device called a hypoglossal nerve stimulator, that offers a new solution,” Dr. Bikak said.

The free seminar – “A New Sleep Apnea Treatment: Wake Up Rested Again” – will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at Northwest Health – La Porte, Pine Lake Conference Room (first floor), 1331 State St., La Porte. The event will also cover:

• What causes obstructive sleep apnea
• Proven treatments
• Why some patients struggle with CPAP
• Who may benefit from the new implant
• What to expect from evaluation to recovery

Dr. Bikak will allow ample time for questions and answers.

The event is part of the Northwest Health HealthyU series, a community program that provides free seminars on health and wellness topics.

Registration is encouraged. To register, visit NWHinfo.com/goodsleep. For more information, call 219-262-6446.

About Northwest Health
Northwest Health is a regional healthcare system committed to providing communities in Northwest Indiana with high-quality, accessible health care — from highly specialized care and surgical services to more routine primary care. The system of more than 60 access points includes three hospitals, five emergency departments, urgent care centers, outpatient surgery centers, an ambulance service, and physician offices. A compassionate team of caregivers work hard to fulfill its mission to help people get well and live healthier. For more information, visit NWHealthIN.com.