Claudio Aldaz is an Argentine specialist in Neurology and Sleep Medicine. He earned his degree in neurology from the National University of Rosario, Argentina, and completed a neurology specialization at the College of Physicians of the Province of Santa Fe.
He also holds a diploma in Sleep and Wakefulness Disorders from the University of Montpellier in France. Aldaz is an expert in the field of neurology, with a focus on sleep medicine and the relationship between sleep and its consequences and impact on people’s health in daily life.
Sleep medicine
Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with the nervous system and diseases related to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Sleep Medicine, on the other hand, focuses on the study of the functions performed by the nervous system during sleep. It also deals with the diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and monitoring of sleep disorders.
Aldaz and his role in science
Aldaz is a recognized authority in Sleep Medicine and works both as a neurologist and educator. Professionally, he serves as Chief of the Neurophysiology Department at Grupo Gamma, a healthcare network based in Rosario, Argentina, offering multidisciplinary medical services. He is also affiliated with several institutions in the province of Santa Fe.
Additionally, Aldaz is the medical director of Le Sommeil, a specialized center focused on sleep and sleep-related disorders. The institution conducts research and offers treatment for sleep pathologies through a multidisciplinary approach.
He also practices at Sanatorio Americano, a well-known medical center, and teaches neurology at the School of Speech Therapy at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, National University of Rosario.
Aldaz is currently the President of the Argentine Association of Sleep Medicine, which organizes conferences, fosters research, and promotes awareness on sleep-related health issues across Argentina. Among its core goals are conducting studies and disseminating knowledge on sleep disorders and their repercussions on public health and quality of life.
Furthermore, Aldaz founded the first Sleep Disorders Clinic in the province of Santa Fe, setting a precedent for similar institutions throughout Argentina.
Sleep cycles and health
Throughout his career, Aldaz has focused his research on questions such as: How many hours of sleep does the human body truly need? How crucial is maintaining a healthy sleep cycle for one’s overall well-being?
He has frequently shared his views on the impact of sleep cycles on health and quality of life. His research often addresses issues such as the underlying factors contributing to insomnia.
Among the medical experts dedicated to Sleep Medicine and to studying how sleep disturbances affect human health, Aldaz stands out for his contributions. He has also spoken extensively about how sleep disruptions have impacted people’s health, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
During lockdown, many people experienced a disruption in their circadian rhythm, leading to confusion between day and night. Insomnia—defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep—was closely tied to emotional disturbances, which were also exacerbated during the pandemic.
This disruption in sleep schedules and the prolonged isolation were also reflected in cardiovascular health, as the body’s internal clock became misaligned.
Although the pandemic worsened existing conditions, sleep disturbances were already a common issue. In this context, Sleep Medicine plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating such disorders and offering professional medical support to help patients restore healthy sleep patterns—and, ultimately, improve their overall health and well-being.
