Full Definition of MACHIAVELLIAN. 1. : of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism. 2. : suggesting the principles of conduct laid down by Machiavelli; specifically: marked by cunning, duplicity, or bad faith.
Sleep medicine is a subspecialty field in the US under several medical specialties including anesthesiology, internal medicine, family medicine, and neurology. Neurosurgery is a distinct specialty that involves a different training path, and emphasizes the surgical treatment of neurological disorders.
Sleep Studies (Polysomnograms). After an initial consultation with your physician or a sleep specialist, you may be referred for a sleep study. The medical term for this study is âpolysomnogram,â which is a noninvasive, pain-free procedure that usually requires spending a night or two in a sleep facility.