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Pediatric Seizures in Tempe, AZ

Pediatric Seizures Treatment Near Tempe, AZ

Families in Tempe, AZ seeking expert seizures care for their children can turn to Dr. Tamara Zach MD at Rose Medical Pavilion. Our practice is conveniently located in Phoenix — approximately 8 miles from Tempe — and we welcome patients from throughout the greater Phoenix metro area, including Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale.

Pediatric Seizures Overview

Seizures occur when abnormal electrical activity disrupts normal brain function. Dr. Tamara Zach MD specializes in identifying the underlying cause — whether epilepsy, febrile illness, or other neurological conditions — and creating a targeted treatment plan for your child.

Types of Seizures in Children

Seizure types include focal seizures, generalized tonic-clonic seizures, absence seizures, and febrile seizures. Accurate diagnosis through EEG and clinical evaluation is essential for effective management.

Serving Tempe and Surrounding Communities

Rose Medical Pavilion is proud to serve pediatric neurology patients from Tempe and the surrounding Maricopa County communities, including Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale. We understand that traveling to a specialist can be challenging for families, and we strive to make every visit as convenient and comfortable as possible.

Getting to Our Office from Tempe

📍 22044 N 44th St, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Approximately 12 miles — about 18 minutes from Tempe.

Just about 18 minutes from Tempe, our Phoenix office is a straightforward drive — easy to fit around school, work, or weekend schedules.

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Why Families from Tempe Choose to Make the Drive

  • Fellowship-trained specialist — Dr. Tamara Zach MD completed specialized pediatric neurology training beyond general pediatrics, offering a level of expertise that isn't available at most local clinics.
  • Answers in one visit — Most families from the area make the drive in a single appointment and leave with a clear care plan.
  • In-office EEG testing — No need to coordinate separate testing facilities. EEG studies can often be completed the same day as your consultation.
  • Flexible scheduling — We work around school and work calendars, including early morning appointments.
  • Statewide reach — We proudly serve families from across Arizona. You are not too far.

Pediatric Seizure Care for Tempe Families

If your child has experienced a seizure, you're likely facing a lot of questions right now - and probably wondering where to find the right answers. For families in Tempe and the surrounding Maricopa County area, the 15-mile drive to Phoenix might feel like one more thing to worry about. We understand. When your child's health is at stake, you want expert care that's also convenient. The good news is that specialized pediatric neurology for seizures isn't something you should compromise on, and the drive to Rose Medical Pavilion in Phoenix is often worth it for the peace of mind and expertise your family deserves.

Seizures in children require more than a general assessment. While your pediatrician plays an important role in your child's overall health, pediatric seizure management involves specialized training, experience with rare seizure types, and access to advanced diagnostic tools. Dr. Tamara Zach MD is a board-certified pediatric neurologist with specific expertise in childhood seizures - meaning she has completed additional fellowship training beyond medical school focused entirely on how the pediatric nervous system works and what goes wrong when seizures occur. A pediatric neurologist can interpret EEGs (brain wave tests) with a trained eye toward childhood patterns, recommend age-appropriate medication options that work differently in children than adults, and identify whether a seizure is truly epilepsy or a one-time event that won't require long-term treatment. This specialized knowledge can mean the difference between unnecessary medication and the right treatment plan for your specific child.

We also recognize that making multiple trips to Phoenix isn't realistic for many families. That's why Dr. Zach offers telehealth follow-up visits for many patients after their initial in-person evaluation. Once your child has been seen in person at Rose Medical Pavilion for diagnosis and initial treatment planning, many follow-up appointments - discussing how medications are working, adjusting doses, and monitoring progress - can happen from the comfort of your Tempe home. This approach gives you the best of both worlds: the thorough, specialized assessment that requires an in-person visit, plus the convenience of virtual visits for ongoing care.

Your child's seizure disorder deserves expert eyes and a personalized plan. Whether this is your first seizure scare or your child has been living with epilepsy, Dr. Zach and the team at Rose Medical Pavilion are here to answer your questions and create a treatment path that works for your family's life in the Tempe area.

Ready to get your child the specialized care they need? Contact our office today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zach. We'll work with you to find appointment times that fit your family's schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes seizures in children?

Seizures can result from epilepsy, fever (febrile seizures), infections, head injury, metabolic conditions, or other neurological causes. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for proper treatment. Dr. Tamara Zach MD specializes in evaluating and managing pediatric seizures.

When should I take my child to a neurologist for seizures?

Seek immediate emergency care for a first seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, repeated seizures without regaining consciousness, or any seizure in a child under 6 months. For any first seizure, a follow-up with a pediatric neurologist like Dr. Zach is strongly recommended.

What is the difference between epilepsy and seizures?

A seizure is a single event of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Epilepsy is diagnosed when a child has two or more unprovoked seizures. Not every child who has a seizure has epilepsy, which is why proper evaluation is important.

How far is your Phoenix office from Tempe?

Our office is approximately 15 miles from Tempe. We serve families from across Arizona and structure appointments to be comprehensive so you get answers and a care plan in a single visit.

What should I do if my child has a seizure?

Stay calm, keep your child safe by moving hard objects away, place them on their side, and time the seizure. Do not restrain them or put anything in their mouth. Call 911 if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes or if this is their first seizure.