We believe that a great night's sleep can transform lives.
uNITE is where science meets soul, and sleep care finally feels like care.
No more runarounds, red tape, or cold clinics. Just compassionate people, state-of-the-art testing, and a team that sees you as a person - not a dollar sign.
Your journey to better sleep starts here. Calm, Clear, and completely centered around you.
Experienced professionals dedicated to your sleep health
Sleep Medicine Specialist
Dr. Steljes is a board-certified Sleep Medicine specialist with over 15 years of clinical experience, focusing on sleep-disordered breathing and its relationship to cardiovascular health. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-focused care and works closely with the uNITE Sleep team to create individualized care plans that promote long-term wellness.
Obstructive sleep apnea, positive airway pressure therapy, remote patient monitoring, implanted nerve stimulators
English, Spanish
In his free time, Dr. Steljes enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, hiking, and traveling.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sarah Teixeira is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of clinical experience, specializing in sleep apnea management, pressure therapy compliance, and sleep hygiene. A native Nevadan and graduate of McQueen High School and the University of Nevada, Reno, Sarah knew from an early age she wanted to pursue a career in nursing.
Management of sleep apnea, monitoring compliance to maximize therapy outcomes
English
Outside the clinic, Sarah enjoys reading, watching baseball, camping, and spending time with her husband and their beloved pets.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Sarah Patterson-Hunold is a compassionate, double board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. She specializes in Sleep Medicine and Weight Management, taking a holistic approach to health by partnering with patients to create individualized care plans that foster long-term wellness.
Obstructive sleep apnea, CPAP compliance, restless leg syndrome, nutrition
English
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys making memories with her family, traveling to new destinations, and getting lost in a great book.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Andrea Butters is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 12 years of experience as a nurse practitioner and over 25 years as a Registered Nurse. She is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. Andrea specializes in sleep health and wellness, including the evaluation and treatment of sleep apnea, support with CPAP therapy and adherence, management of hypoglossal nerve stimulator implants, and guidance with GLP-1–assisted weight loss.
Raised in North Lake Tahoe, Andrea has always been passionate about health promotion, disease prevention, and empowering patients through education. She brings advanced training in Nursing and Public Health from the University of Nevada, Reno, and integrates this expertise into every patient interaction.
Obstructive sleep apnea, central sleep apnea, positive airway pressure therapy, alternatives to CPAP therapy, sleep hygiene, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, holistic medicine.
English
Beyond her clinical work, Andrea enjoys an active lifestyle and time with her husband and their dog.
Real stories from people who found better sleep
"After years of feeling exhausted, I finally got answers. The test was easy and the team explained everything."
"I avoided the doctor for too long. uNITE helped me get tested without missing work."
"I got my results fast and my insurance covered it all. Highly recommend."
Join healthcare providers across Nevada and Arizona who trust uNITE for comprehensive sleep care that puts patients first.