Dr. Tamara Zach MD
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Sleep Disorders in Children — Phoenix, AZ

Sleep Disorders in Children — Phoenix, AZ

Sleep disorders in children affect brain development, behavior, learning, and emotional health. Dr. Tamara Zach MD at Rose Medical Pavilion provides expert evaluation and treatment for childhood sleep disorders throughout Phoenix, AZ.

Common Sleep Disorders in Children

Neurologically relevant sleep disorders include restless leg syndrome (RLS), sleep-related epilepsy (seizures occurring during sleep), narcolepsy, and parasomnias such as sleepwalking and night terrors. Behavioral insomnia is also very common and can have neurological contributors.

Signs Your Child May Have a Sleep Disorder

Watch for: difficulty falling asleep, frequent night wakings, snoring or breathing pauses, leg discomfort at night, excessive daytime sleepiness, sudden muscle weakness with laughter or strong emotions (cataplexy), or unusual behaviors during sleep.

Evaluation

Dr. Tamara Zach MD conducts thorough sleep evaluations including review of sleep diaries, targeted laboratory testing, and EEG when seizure activity is suspected. Polysomnography (overnight sleep study) is arranged when warranted.

Treatment

Treatment is tailored to the specific diagnosis. Sleep hygiene education is foundational for all patients. Medical treatment for RLS, narcolepsy, and sleep-related epilepsy is highly effective when the correct diagnosis is established.

Areas We Serve Across Arizona

We welcome patients from communities throughout Arizona. Click your city for local information.

Ahwatukee Anthem Apache Junction Avondale Benson Bisbee Buckeye Bullhead City Camp Verde Carefree Casa Grande Cave Creek Chandler Chino Valley Clarkdale Clifton Colorado City Coolidge Cottonwood Douglas Duncan Eagar El Mirage Eloy Flagstaff Florence Fountain Hills Fredonia Gila Bend Gilbert Glendale Globe Goodyear Guadalupe Hayden Holbrook Huachuca City Jerome Kearny Kingman Lake Havasu City Laveen Litchfield Park Mammoth Marana Maricopa Mesa Miami Nogales Oro Valley Page Paradise Valley Parker Payson Peoria Pima Pinetop Lakeside Prescott Prescott Valley Quartzsite Queen Creek Safford Sahuarita San Luis San Tan Valley Scottsdale Sedona Show Low Sierra Vista Snowflake Somerton South Tucson Springerville St Johns Star Valley Sun City Sun City West Superior Surprise Taylor Tempe Thatcher Tolleson Tombstone Tucson Wellton Wickenburg Willcox Williams Winkelman Winslow Youngtown Yuma

Frequently Asked Questions

What sleep disorders do pediatric neurologists treat? ▼

Dr. Tamara Zach MD evaluates restless leg syndrome, parasomnias (sleepwalking, night terrors), narcolepsy, sleep-related epilepsy, and insomnia with neurological causes. Poor sleep profoundly affects brain development, behavior, and learning.

When should I see a neurologist for my child's sleep problems? ▼

See a pediatric neurologist if your child has episodes that might be seizures during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, unusual nighttime behaviors, or if sleep problems persist despite behavioral interventions.

How is a pediatric sleep disorder evaluated? ▼

Evaluation includes detailed sleep history, review of sleep logs, neurological examination, and targeted testing. EEG may be performed to rule out sleep-related epilepsy. Referral for overnight sleep study (polysomnography) may be recommended.

Do you see sleep disorder patients from Phoenix? ▼

Yes — families from Phoenix (approximately 12 miles away) come to Rose Medical Pavilion for sleep disorder evaluation. Dr. Zach coordinates care with sleep medicine specialists when needed.

Can sleep problems in children affect their brain development? ▼

Yes — chronic sleep deprivation affects memory consolidation, emotional regulation, attention, and behavior. Addressing the underlying cause of poor sleep is one of the highest-impact interventions for a child's overall development.

Phoenix Neighborhoods We Serve

Dr. Tamara Zach sees patients from across Phoenix and its communities. Find neighborhood-specific information below:

Schedule a Consultation

If your child is experiencing symptoms of sleep disorders, early evaluation is key. Dr. Tamara Zach MD provides compassionate, expert pediatric neurology care at Rose Medical Pavilion in Phoenix, AZ. Call (623) 257-ROSE (7673) or schedule online today.

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