By Dr. Tamara Zach MD — May 24, 2026
Compassionate, Expert Pediatric Neurology Care in the Heart of Phoenix
When a child has a seizure, struggles with headaches, or gets a diagnosis affecting their developing brain, parents need answers and a specialist they can trust. At Rose Medical Pavilion in Phoenix, Arizona, board-certified pediatric neurologist Dr. Tamara Zach MD runs a practice built around evidence-based neurological care for children and adolescents.
Maybe you found us searching for rosemedicalpavilion.com, or your child's pediatrician referred you. Either way, this post explains what to expect from our practice, the conditions we treat, and why Phoenix Valley families bring their kids to us.
why specialized pediatric neurology matters
A child's nervous system isn't a smaller version of an adult's. The brain develops fast from infancy through adolescence, so neurological conditions in children often look different, need different diagnostic approaches, and respond to different treatments than the same conditions in adults. A pediatric neurologist completes fellowship training beyond general neurology, focused on how disorders affect the developing brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system.
Dr. Zach brings that training to every patient at Rose Medical Pavilion. She combines current clinical evidence with attention to each child's developmental stage, family situation, and quality of life.
conditions we treat at Rose Medical Pavilion Phoenix
Pediatric neurology covers a lot of ground. Some families come to us during an urgent moment, like a child who just had a first seizure. Others want long-term management for a condition already diagnosed. Others need guidance when a child's development seems off-track in ways that are hard to pin down. We handle all of it.
Seizures and Epilepsy
Seizures bring families to a pediatric neurologist more than almost anything else. Watching a child have one is frightening, and the questions that follow deserve real answers: Will it happen again? Does my child have epilepsy? Is something serious behind this? Dr. Zach evaluates and manages every type of pediatric seizures, from febrile seizures in toddlers to complex pediatric epilepsy syndromes in school-age children and teenagers. Accurate diagnosis, often involving neuroimaging and pediatric EEG monitoring, is where a treatment plan starts.
Headaches and Migraines
Headaches are common in children and teens, yet they often go underdiagnosed and undertreated. In Arizona, intense summer heat and dehydration make them worse. Heat triggers, disrupted sleep on hot nights, and the demands of the school year all add to the burden of pediatric headaches around Phoenix. Dr. Zach studies headache patterns closely, separating tension-type headaches, migraines, and headaches that may point to an underlying problem needing further workup.
Concussion and Head Injury
Arizona's year-round sports culture means pediatric concussions touch a lot of Phoenix-area families. Return-to-play and return-to-learn decisions need individual assessment, not a fixed timeline that applies to every kid. Our pediatric concussion care program guides families through recovery, supporting both the child's healing and their schoolwork.
Developmental and Movement Disorders
We address the full range of childhood neurological concerns, from attention and learning difficulties rooted in neurological differences to movement disorders like tics. Parents noticing repetitive movements or vocalizations can read about how we evaluate tics and Tourette syndrome.
Arizona-specific resources for families
We know the local support options for Arizona families. A neurological diagnosis is hard enough without also having to figure out which programs exist and how to access them.
- The Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) provides free evaluations and early intervention for children under three with developmental concerns. Dr. Zach's team coordinates referrals and documentation to support enrollment.
- AHCCCS, Arizona's Medicaid program, covers pediatric neurology services for eligible families. Our office works with AHCCCS plans so cost doesn't keep your child from specialty care.
- For children with epilepsy, concussion, or other conditions affecting school performance, Dr. Zach provides the documentation and communication needed for IEP or 504 plan accommodations through Arizona school districts.
what to expect at your first visit
Bringing your child to a specialist for the first time can feel like a lot. We try to make that visit informative and reassuring. Dr. Zach reviews your child's complete history, listens to your observations (parents know their children best), and explains her findings in plain language. You'll leave knowing the next steps, whether that's scheduling an EEG, adjusting a medication, or monitoring and following up.
Our Phoenix location is built for families: a welcoming space where children feel comfortable and parents feel heard.
trusted pediatric neurology in Phoenix, schedule today
Your child's neurological health shouldn't wait. Whether you want a second opinion, manage an ongoing diagnosis, or address something new, Dr. Tamara Zach MD and the team at Rose Medical Pavilion in Phoenix are ready to work with your family. We serve the greater Phoenix Valley, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, and nearby communities.
Schedule an appointment at Rose Medical Pavilion today. Every child deserves neurological care their family can trust.
Schedule an Appointment
Questions about your child's neurological health? Dr. Tamara Zach MD at Rose Medical Pavilion is here to help. Call (623) 257-ROSE (7673) or schedule online.