Michele Blocker serves as President of Sleep Professionals of Arkansas, bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to the organization. With a professional foundation in sleep technology, Michele understands the field from the perspective of those providing hands-on patient care and has built an impressive career rooted in sleep medicine, education, and service.

Now serving within the Department of Veterans Affairs, Michele continues to use her expertise to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. She is highly regarded for her depth of knowledge and is a trusted and sought-after resource among colleagues and fellow sleep professionals. Her ability to combine clinical experience with thoughtful leadership makes her an invaluable voice within the sleep community.

Michele is passionate about advancing the profession, supporting continued education, and creating opportunities for sleep professionals across Arkansas to learn, connect, and grow. 

As President, her leadership, intelligence, and dedication continue to strengthen the mission of Sleep Professionals of Arkansas.

Kim Ganous brings decades of healthcare experience and a longstanding commitment to the field of sleep medicine to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas. With a professional background spanning both respiratory care and sleep technology, Kim has spent many years working directly with patients and has witnessed firsthand the difference that proper diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders can make in a person's health and quality of life.

As Treasurer of Sleep Professionals of Arkansas, Kim also plays an important role behind the scenes in supporting the organization. Her careful stewardship helps ensure that SPA can continue providing educational opportunities, professional resources, and events that bring Arkansas's sleep community together.

Her years of hands-on experience give Kim an appreciation for the profession, the patients we serve, and the professionals who dedicate their careers to improving sleep health.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is grateful for Kim's many years of service to sleep medicine and for the time, reliability, and dedication she gives to our organization.

Cara Herndon is a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist with more than a decade of experience in sleep medicine. Since beginning her career in sleep technology, she has developed a diverse professional background spanning clinical sleep testing, scoring, sleep lab operations, clinical coordination, quality improvement, accreditation, compliance, and program development.

Throughout her career, Cara has worked closely with sleep technologists, physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals, giving her a unique understanding of the many pieces that come together to provide exceptional sleep care. She has a particular passion for strengthening sleep programs, developing practical resources and processes, and finding new ways to support the professionals working within the field.

Cara is also passionate about education and the continued advancement of sleep technology. She enjoys opportunities to teach, present, collaborate, and share knowledge with fellow professionals and believes strongly in creating connections between Arkansas's sleep professionals at every level—from those just beginning their careers to the experienced clinicians and leaders who have helped shape the profession.

As Secretary of Sleep Professionals of Arkansas, Cara is committed to helping grow the organization, expand educational opportunities, and create a strong and connected professional community for those dedicated to improving sleep health throughout the state.

Cara is proud to serve alongside the professionals who have helped build sleep medicine in Arkansas and is excited to be part of its continued growth and future.

Dr. Caris Talburt Fitzgerald brings a unique and valuable perspective to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas through her expertise in both psychiatry and sleep medicine. A graduate of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Dr. Fitzgerald has dedicated her career to understanding and treating the complex relationship between sleep, mental health, and overall well-being.

As a psychiatrist with specialized expertise in sleep medicine, Dr. Fitzgerald understands that quality sleep reaches far beyond the hours we spend in bed. Her knowledge of the intricate connection between sleep and emotional, behavioral, and psychological health brings an important dimension to the multidisciplinary care of patients with sleep disorders.

Dr. Fitzgerald is a respected physician, educator, and advocate for thoughtful, comprehensive patient care. Her knowledge and perspective strengthen our organization and help further our mission of promoting education, collaboration, and excellence within Arkansas's sleep medicine community.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is honored to have Dr. Fitzgerald's expertise, compassion, and dedication as part of our organization.

Dr. David G. Davila is a highly respected and longstanding leader in sleep medicine in Arkansas. With more than three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Davila has dedicated much of his career to the evaluation, treatment, and advancement of care for patients with sleep disorders.

Board-certified in Sleep Medicine and Internal Medicine, with a background in Pulmonology, Dr. Davila brings an exceptional depth of knowledge to the field. His clinical expertise includes obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, excessive daytime sleepiness, and other complex sleep disorders. He has also served in leadership within the sleep medicine community, including as Medical Director of the Baptist Health Sleep Center in Little Rock.

Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Davila has been an invaluable resource to sleep professionals throughout Arkansas. His decades of experience, willingness to share his knowledge, and continued commitment to advancing the field have helped shape sleep medicine within our state and have influenced generations of professionals caring for patients with sleep disorders.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Davila's experience, leadership, and dedication as part of our organization.

Dr. Joseph G. Bussell brings decades of experience in dentistry and an important dental perspective to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas. A graduate of the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry, Dr. Bussell has spent much of his career caring for patients throughout Arkansas and currently practices in Little Rock.

In addition to his extensive background in dentistry, Dr. Bussell's work includes the care of patients with obstructive sleep apnea, bringing valuable knowledge of the role dentistry and oral appliance therapy can play within comprehensive sleep medicine. His experience highlights an essential part of effective sleep care: collaboration across specialties to find treatment options that best meet the individual needs of each patient.

Dr. Bussell's involvement with Sleep Professionals of Arkansas helps strengthen the connection between dentistry and the broader sleep medicine community. His perspective contributes to our mission of bringing together professionals from different disciplines to improve education, awareness, and treatment of sleep disorders throughout our state.

We are grateful to have Dr. Bussell's experience, knowledge, and commitment to collaborative sleep care as part of Sleep Professionals of Arkansas.

Dr. Adrian Williamson is an experienced otolaryngologist serving the Little Rock community with a commitment to thoughtful, patient-centered care. His expertise spans general otolaryngology, head and neck conditions, laryngology, and the evaluation and treatment of complex airway and upper respiratory concerns.

Coming from a family with a longstanding history of service in otolaryngology, Dr. Williamson brings both a strong medical foundation and a genuine dedication to improving the health of Arkansans. His ENT expertise provides an important perspective to the multidisciplinary field of sleep medicine, where collaboration among physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals is essential to providing exceptional patient care.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is grateful to have Dr. Williamson's knowledge, experience, and commitment to our professional community.

Yolanda Rawls is a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, educator, and dedicated leader in the Arkansas sleep medicine community. With a career rooted in sleep technology, Yolanda has taken her passion for the profession beyond the bedside and into the classroom, where she plays an important role in preparing the next generation of sleep professionals.

Yolanda serves as Associate Dean and Program Director of the School of Sleep Technology at Baptist Health College Little Rock. Through her leadership, instruction, and mentorship, she helps students develop not only the technical skills necessary to become successful sleep technologists, but also the professionalism and commitment to patient care that are essential to the field.

Her impact extends far beyond the classroom. Many of the sleep professionals caring for patients across Arkansas begin their careers through programs and educators like Yolanda, making her work an important part of the continued growth and future of sleep medicine in our state. The Baptist Health College Sleep Technology program itself is CAAHEP-accredited and combines classroom and clinical education to prepare students for the profession.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is proud to have Yolanda's experience, leadership, and passion for education within our organization. Her dedication to developing future sleep technologists helps ensure that our profession continues to grow for generations to come.

Jergen Ratliff is a seasoned sleep professional who brings years of experience, practical knowledge, and leadership within the field of sleep medicine to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas. Throughout his career, Jergen has developed a strong understanding of both the clinical and operational aspects of providing quality sleep services.

In his role as a coordinator with Sleep Management Services, Jergen's experience extends beyond the technical aspects of sleep testing to include the organization, coordination, and day-to-day needs involved in maintaining successful sleep services. His longstanding career in the profession gives him valuable insight into how sleep medicine has evolved, as well as the opportunities and challenges facing today's sleep professionals

Jergen's experience and continued commitment to the field make him an important voice within our organization. His perspective helps ensure that the needs of working sleep technologists and sleep programs are represented as we work to strengthen education, professional development, and collaboration throughout the state.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is grateful for Jergen's years of service to the profession and the experience, leadership, and dedication he brings to our organization.

Rodney Brazeal is a seasoned sleep technologist whose career has given him a broad and well-rounded perspective on the field of sleep medicine. Over the years, Rodney has served in a variety of roles within sleep services, including bedside sleep technology, scoring, daytime operations, and staffing, giving him an understanding of both the clinical and operational sides of the profession.

His experience across different areas of the sleep lab allows Rodney to bring something especially valuable to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas: the perspective of someone who has seen the profession evolve firsthand and understands the challenges faced by sleep technologists at every stage of their careers. From caring for patients overnight to the work that happens behind the scenes to keep a sleep program running successfully, his experience reflects the many roles sleep professionals fill every day.

Rodney's continued involvement in the field also represents the dedication and adaptability that are so important to our profession. His years of hands-on experience make him a valuable resource and voice for fellow technologists within our organization.

Sleep Professionals of Arkansas is grateful to have Rodney's experience, knowledge, and longstanding dedication to sleep technology as part of our organization.

Amanda Ratliff brings the valuable perspective of a practicing sleep technologist to Sleep Professionals of Arkansas. Through her work with Sleep Management Services, Amanda has firsthand experience in the day-to-day care of patients undergoing evaluation and treatment for sleep disorders.

Sleep technologists are at the heart of our profession, working directly with patients while combining technical expertise, clinical knowledge, and compassionate care. Amanda's background allows her to represent that important perspective within our organization and contribute to conversations surrounding the needs, challenges, and continued growth of sleep professionals across Arkansas.

Her involvement with Sleep Professionals of Arkansas reflects the collaborative spirit at the core of our organization—bringing together technologists, physicians, educators, and other healthcare professionals with a shared commitment to advancing sleep medicine.

We are grateful to have Amanda's experience and dedication to the sleep technology profession as part of our organization.