Sean M. Caples

Sean M. Caples is a Professor of Medicine at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, specializing in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. His work focuses on the cardiovascular impacts of sleep apnea, atrial fibrillation, pulmonary embolism management, and alternative treatments like non-CPAP therapies. He is based at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

• MSc in Clinical Research (Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (New York Institute of Technology)
• BS in Pharmacy (State University of New York at Buffalo)

His research includes clinical trials on sleep apnea treatments and their effects on heart rhythm disorders, particularly atrial fibrillation. He also investigates emerging therapies for hospitalized pulmonary embolism patients. Key professional roles include Chair of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Task Force on Longitudinal Testing in OSA and Medical Director of the Critical Care Independent Multidisciplinary Program (IMP).

• DOM 2019 Laureate Award
• Karis Award (2009)
• Excellence in Teaching Awards (2005, 2004)
• ACCP Chest Challenge Runner-Up (2002)

Dr. Caples has led guideline task forces, served on NIH panels, and contributed to Mayo Clinic's clinical practice committees. His work bridges sleep medicine, critical care, and pulmonary disease to improve patient outcomes.