Sara G. Cadman

Sara G. Cadman, M.D. serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Sleep Medicine within the Department of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. Her clinical practice and research are based at 3624 Market Street, Suite 201, Philadelphia, PA 19104, focusing on evidence-based interventions for sleep disorders.

Her academic foundation includes:

• B.A. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with Minor in Health and Health Policy from Princeton University (2013)
• M.D. with Scholarly Concentration in Clinical Research (Women's Health focus) from Stanford University School of Medicine (2019)

Dr. Cadman's research bridges clinical sleep medicine and digital health innovation, emphasizing patient adherence solutions for PAP therapy and sleep health optimization in high-stress medical professions. Her work integrates cross-sectional studies, randomized controlled trials, and bidirectional communication systems to address gaps in sleep disorder management, particularly for vulnerable populations including women and medical trainees. Current projects explore how technology-enhanced interventions can improve treatment compliance and professional well-being.

Analysis of her publication history reveals a strategic evolution from foundational neuroscience (2013-2015) toward applied clinical solutions (2016-2022), with increasing emphasis on digital health tools for sleep apnea therapy adherence and medical education reform. Her most recent work demonstrates translational impact through the PennPALS messaging system, directly connecting clinical research with patient-centered care delivery in sleep medicine.

Within the Division of Sleep Medicine, Dr. Cadman collaborates with multidisciplinary teams spanning pulmonary medicine, neurology, and behavioral health to advance comprehensive sleep disorder management protocols while contributing to the Perelman School of Medicine's clinical training programs.