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We operate as a six bed private hospital with a highly skilled and enthusiastic team including; nursing, technical staff, administrative staff and cleaning staff.

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Our Story

Peninsula Sleep Clinic has been growing and evolving on the Northern Beaches of Sydney since its beginning in 1992. At that time Dr Keith Burgess and Dr Stanley Braude were conducting unattended home sleep studies from their consulting rooms in Dee Why. In 1993 Dr Burgess negotiated a joint venture with Health Care of Australia and established the first sleep laboratory of its kind on the Northern Beaches. This was a two-bed laboratory at Peninsula Private Hospital in Harbord (now Freshwater) where Dr Burgess & Dr Braude were joint medical directors and reporting physicians. The laboratory operated for six years until until 1999 when the private hospital closed down their sleep services.

Peninsula Health Care Pty Ltd then opened a new three bed facility called Peninsula Private Sleep Laboratory in September 1999 as a co-located private hospital on the Manly Public Hospital campus. Dr Burgess is the sole director of Peninsula Health Care Pty Ltd and was also the Executive Officer and Medical Director of that Laboratory. Dr Braude continued to be a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at the new facility, and in 2003 Dr Adrian Havryk was appointed as a VMO, until he left in 2012.

Between 2006-2008 Peninsula Health Care Pty Ltd also ran a satellite two bed remote laboratory at Mosman Private Hospital in Mosman.

In April 2009 Peninsula Private Sleep Laboratory moved to a new six bed purpose built facility in Frenchs Forest where it currently resides. The Laboratory had a slight name change to Peninsula Sleep Laboratory at this time and then in 2014 updated the name to Peninsula Sleep Clinic, to better reflect our current multidisciplinary sleep disorders facility and team. Dr Burgess remains the Chief Executive Officer and Medical Director and Dr Braude remains a VMO. In 2009 Dr Kate Barclay was appointed as a VMO, in 2017 Dr Linda Seeto was appointed a VMO and in 2018 Dr Patricia Hullah was appointed a VMO. In 2024 Dr Barclay and Dr Hullah moved to their own practice and Dr Jian Tai was appointed as a VMO. In 2025 the Clinic developed a home testing program for paediatric patients with Dr Rifat Chaudry who was appointed as a VMO.

The current laboratory operates as a six bed private hospital employing a small highly skilled and enthusiastic team including; nursing, technical staff, administrative staff and cleaning staff.

Peninsula Sleep Clinic has always strived to lead the field in Sleep Medicine with the highest standards in patient care, data collection and analysis. The Clinic has been accredited with Global Mark (originally Benchmark) since November 2001 and with the Thoracic Society of Australian and New Zealand (later the Australasian Sleep Association and NATA) November 2004 – 2025.

Our Staff

Clinic Staff:

Clinic Manager – Director of Nursing

Helen Tibbett – Clinic Manager – DON RPSGT

Helen trained as a Nurse at Queen Elisabeth Hospital in Birmingham, UK. She initially worked within the hospital setting before focusing on community and aged care nursing. After moving to Australia in 2010 Helen conducted extensive training in Sleep Medicine and CPAP therapy and in 2021 she completed her Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Qualification (RPSGT). Helen has worked at Peninsula Sleep Clinic since 2017 and has been managing the Clinic’s operation since 2019 and in May 2026 became the Director of Nursing. She has a keen interest in both paediatric and adult sleep health and has a current working with children check.

Project Manager

Katie Colby – Project Manager – MSc (Sleep Med) CSS RPSGT BaGD (Hons 1)

Katie started working in the sleep clinic in 2002 performing sleep studies whilst finishing her Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design. Since then she has completed further studies in Sleep Medicine, including the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) qualification in 2011 and a Masters in Science (Sleep Medicine) in 2013. In 2024 Katie completed the Australian and New Zealand Sleep Science Association’s (ANZSSA) Australian qualification called the Certificate in Sleep Sciences (CSS). She has participated in multiple research projects including investigating sleep at high altitude in Nepal, and is co-author of several papers published in peer review journals. Katie is interested in both paediatric and adult sleep health and is currently overseeing the paediatric home sleep study service at Peninsula Sleep Clinic. Katie has a current working with children check.

CPAP Consultant / Paediatric Setups

Mel Sims – CPAP Consultant/Paediatric Setups

Mel joined Peninsula Sleep Clinic in 2025 after working in other health related roles. She has always had an interest in sleep health and wanted to work in a role where she was making a difference to patients lives. She has completed extensive in-house and external courses on CPAP therapy, mask fitting and problem solving.

Since working at Peninsula Sleep Clinic Mel has completed additional training in EEG placement and paediatric sleep study setups, she has an easy rapport with children and parents. Mel has a current working with children.

CPAP Consultant / Paediatric Setups

Hannah Dooley – CPAP Consultant/Paediatric Setups

Hannah joined Peninsula Sleep Clinic in 2025 after previously working in a NATA accredited testing lab. With a degree in neuroscience and a longstanding interest in sleep Hannah enjoys the challenge of setting up children for their home sleep studies; it’s not just about achieving excellent signal quality; putting the children and parents at ease about the process is equally as important. Hannah has a current working with children.

Hannah has also completed extensive in-house and external courses on sleep setups, CPAP therapy, mask fitting, and problem solving and works in the CPAP clinic establishing patients’ onto CPAP therapy.

Receptionist

Linda

Receptionist

Nicole

Receptionist

Sinead

Sleep Specialists:

Visit the Peninsula Respiratory Group website for more information

Dr Keith Burgess

Dr Keith Burgess
MB BS, M.Sc, Ph.D, FRACP,FRCP,FACP
Clinical Professor of Medicine, Macquarie University
Respiratory & Sleep Disorders Physician
Medical Director and Chief Executive Officer – Peninsula Sleep Clinic

Dr Linda Seeto

Dr Linda Seeto
MB BS (Hons), PhD, FRACP
Respiratory and Sleep Medicine
Visiting Medical Officer – Peninsula Sleep Clinic

Dr Jian Eu Tai

Dr Jian Eu Tai
BMed, MD,  FRACP
Respiratory and Sleep Medicine
Visiting Medical Officer – Peninsula Sleep Clinic

Dr Rifat Chaudry

Dr Rifat Chaudry
MBChb, MRCPCH, MD, FRACP
Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Medicine
Visiting Medical Officer – Peninsula Sleep Clinic

Dr Catherine Jonas

Dr Catherine Jonas
MBBS, MD, FRACP
Paediatric Sleep Specialist and General Paediatrician
Visiting Medical Officer – Peninsula Sleep Clinic

Facilities

Peninsula Sleep Clinic is a six bed accredited private hospital. Each room features:

  • Comfortable Electric Single Bed
  • Private Ensuite with Shower
  • Smart TV
  • Wi-Fi Internet Access
  • Occasional Chair
  • Wardrobe with Lockable Drawer
  • Desk and Chair
  • Hairdryer (upon request)
  • Air-Conditioning

Disabled facilities:

  • Secure Underground Parking with Lift Access
  • Disabled Ensuite with Shower (must be self caring)
  • Bed Rails

Our facilities are suited to low care.

Referral Information

Written referrals are required for all types of studies. GP referrals last 12 months and specialist referrals 3 months from first date of service.

Medicare regulations require a referral from a Sleep/Respiratory Physician (or in some cases a Neurologist) for some diagnostic, and all CPAP and specialised sleep disorder tests. See our downloadable referral below for the pre-screening criteria for adults.

Our paediatric testing has separate guidelines – please contact the Clinic for more information.

Information for Doctors

Doctors can visit our Resources for Doctors page for all relevant information.

Testimonials

I highly recommend the Peninsula Sleep Clinic. Very professional, kind and caring staff. High attention to detail during sleep study from the setup right through to reporting and follow up on results and next steps. The CPAP home trial and overnight sleep study was amazing and extremely helpful. They assist with mask choice and then test thoroughly with a sleep study. During the four week trial, the machine is set up based on your results, with the option of trying other masks, along with check-in meetings and phone call follow ups. Should you choose to purchase, no pressure though, they will setup your machine based on the trial. Anita is a wealth of knowledge, extremely helpful and her advice was invaluable. I wish I would have started CPAP therapy much sooner, I no longer feel exhausted and have so much more energy. Thank you.

J Limbrick 2024

The Peninsula Sleep Clinic is an expert and very professional medical service. All staff and systems are first class resulting in an almost 100% take up success rate. Exceeded all my expectations and answered all questions with regular follow up. Thank you so much for my great result.

S Polhill 2024

Before coming to Peninsula Sleep Clinic my sleep was a disaster. I woke up many times in the night, sometimes gasping for breath, or needing to go to the toilet 4-6 times a night. My life was badly affected by sleep deprivation caused by my sleep apnea.

Peninsula Sleep Clinic helped to establish me onto CPAP therapy to treat my sleep apnoea. During my home trial, I felt like I was handled with professionalism, genuine care, and got all the information I needed to set me up for success in CPAP home therapy.

Now that I am successfully using CPAP I feel like a new person; I bounce out of bed at 5am every morning and have the energy to exercise, do my job, and house work,without the fatigue and pain I was feeling before. I can also enjoy a lot more quality time with my wife and young children with this renewed energy. My CPAP therapy is my lifeline and I am so pleased I am doing it.

I highly recommend Peninsula Sleep Clinic because if you have trouble getting the hang of CPAP therapy at home, the support you get is so worth it. With such a debilitating condition, you have peace of mind that the Peninsula Sleep Clinic will highly likely get the therapy working for you in whatever way you need.

Anonymous - Northern Beaches - September 2022

Before coming to the Sleep Clinic I was falling asleep in the middle of the day, at the work desk, driving and in the morning. My experience at Peninsula Sleep Clinic was amazing, staff were very helpful and rang me all the time for support. Now that I am successfully using CPAP I feel refreshed and able to work through the day with energy. I highly recommend Peninsula Sleep Clinic as they were able to support and solve my sleep problems.

Anonymous, 2021

“My experience in the clinic during my sleep study, trial and ongoing support, was and still is, unbelievable. The staff are absolutely wonderful, nothing is a problem and the knowledge, care and advice given is second to none. The staff take you through everything (in layman’s language) so it is easy to understand. Their help is just a phone call away and is never an issue – they seem to be always there to help! 

The appointments are also well scheduled and there is no unnecessary wait time. 

I could not find fault with the service I have received to date and would highly recommend Peninsula Sleep Clinic to anyone who requires help. 

Now that I am successfully using CPAP, my life has definitely changed for the better…” 

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Kathryn (Kerr) Saunders

“Peninsula Sleep Clinic helped me to get established onto CPAP therapy to treat my sleep apnoea. My experience in the clinic during my trial was not as daunting as I though beforehand. They provided me with a full brief in what was required. This included an overnight stay as to not affect my work day. Once booked in for my overnight stay, the staff set me up with the test equipment, allowing them to analyse my sleep and I slept. A few days later I was assessed based on my sleep pattern, and the appropriate options provided back. Importantly the team provided me with clear concise and frank feedback. For me I was provided with convincing information that I really needed the CPAP machine. ”

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Ted - Northern Beaches

Before coming to Peninsula Sleep Clinic my sleep was disturbed. Peninsula Sleep Clinic helped to establish me onto CPAP therapy to treat my sleep apnoea. My experience in the Clinic during my home trial was good. Now that I am successfully using CPAP I am getting better sleep. I highly recommend Peninsula Sleep Clinic because the people are very helpful.

Anonymous, 2020

Before coming to Peninsula Sleep Clinic my sleep was poor and insufficient. I was always tired and fatigued. Now that I am successfully using CPAP I feel I am a different person, full of energy and able to function across the day. I highly recommend Peninsula Sleep Clinic because the excellent staff, knowledge and experience.

Damon Flakelar

Before coming to Peninsula Sleep Clinic my sleep was restless, interrupted and not at all satisfying. Peninsula Sleep Clinic helped to establish me onto CPAP therapy to treat my sleep apnoea.My experience in the Clinic during my home trial was brilliant. The service was exemplary and met all my anticipated needs. Now that I am successfully using CPAP I feel I am relieved and grateful. My energy and health are already improving. The staff are the true highlights. Denise at the desk and Helen for the fitting were brilliant and so helpful.

James Keene

Articles

We have published a number of Sleep Study related articles and resources. Visit our Articles page.

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Why do a sleep study with Peninsula Sleep Clinic?

Customer Service

Peninsula Sleep Clinic aims to provide outstanding diagnostic, therapeutic and educational sleep services. With friendly knowledgeable staff, accredited procedures and a variety of testing available, we offer a full service approach.

Home trials of CPAP equipment are available to all patients who have undergone a sleep study through Peninsula Sleep Clinic.

Our CPAP Education Clinics have a unique structure where we can provide CPAP Therapist consultations to patients on a one-to-one basis,  giving patients the best opportunity for success.

If you are a patient of Peninsula Sleep Clinic and are experiencing any CPAP related issues, just call our friendly staff within office hours to help you resolve your problem.

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Let’s Get Started

Download our adult referral and talk to your doctor today to see if a sleep study is appropriate for you.

“From the first visit to follow ups the clinic provide a range of professional services. I cannot believe the difference the service has made to myself, not being exhausted constantly. Everything is explained in detail by the staff, who are the friendliest people around, with a special shout out to Katie, sleep consultant, who is not only an expert when it comes to CPAP machines but has been available at any time for advice on the use and functions of CPAP machines. Thanks again to all staff.”

DD – January 2025

Patient

“Peninsula Sleep Clinic has the highest level of expertise combined with the deepest possible commitment to make your CPAP work specifically for you. They are not there to simply sell you a machine and give you basic instructions. They fully realise that mask fit and comfort is paramount to you using successfully the CPAP machine and hence they have a team of friendly specialists to achieve this. Additionally they give great value for money.”

AM – October 2024

Patient

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