Local orthodontist to take part in Indian study
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Local orthodontist Dr. Bill Harrell will participate in a research study on Indian children with sleep apnea and other airway problems next year.

 Gabrielle Jansen / The Outlook

An Alexander City resident could make an impact for Indian children next year. Although nothing has been finalized yet, local orthodontist Dr. Bill Harrell plans to partner with Dr. Priyanaka Kapoor of New Dehli, India to study and treat Indian children with sleep apnea and other airway problems.

Harrell’s work involves improving the jawbone to open up patient airways and fix nasal cavities. A teacher at UAB, Harrell works on adult sleep apnea patients in Auburn.