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Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders

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Image The Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders at Children's Hospital Boston offers a pediatric focused, multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis, management and treatment of sleep disorders in children. With a growing and experienced staff led by Richard Ferber, MD, state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and convenient clinics in Boston, Waltham and Lexington, the Center provides sleep disorder treatment and care to newborns through adolescents.
What's New
Picture of Franco and Dad with Technologist, Michelle A Virtual Sleep Study Tour
Follow Franco and his Dad as they complete a sleep study with the Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders.
What we offer:
Pediatric-focused care - All our clinicians are pediatric specialists in the field of sleep medicine. From diagnosis to treatment, our care is designed specifically for children with a variety of complex and chronic sleep disorders.

A multi-disciplinary approach - Our patients are seen by a team of physicians from a wide range of disciplines and specialties (e.g. neurology, respiratory diseases, developmental medicine) who work together to diagnose and treat sleep-related conditions. We closely collaborate with referring providers to create a seamless delivery of care.

State of the art equipment - Our clinics and laboratories utilize advanced technologies and methods that allow us to monitor a child's sleep and breathing patterns throughout the night.

Convenient locations - Expert sleep physicians and technologists are available in Boston, Waltham and Lexington.

Short Wait Time - With our expanded faculty and staff, the center can now quickly schedule clinical appointments and sleep studies, ensuring shorter waiting times. Typical wait time for a clinic visit or a sleep study is under 30 days.

For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment or consultation at Children's Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders, please contact us at 617-355-6663.

Referring physicians may schedule sleep studies by calling 617-355-6242.

In the News
Picture of Dr. Sanjeev Kothare Children's Sleep Doctor Explores Link Between Migranes and Sleep Disorders
Associate Medical Director for Neurology and Sleep Center physician, Dr. Sanjeev Kothare, served as senior author on a study examining the connection between migrane headaches and sleep disorders in children.
In the Spotlight
Image Sweet Dreams
Dr. Ferber hopes an update of his classic Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems will help more families get more rest.
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Related topics:
Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Healthy Sleep Habits
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Helpful Resources:
Examples of Sleep Disorder Symptoms
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary
Related Books
Image Understanding Sleep Changes in Children

Dr. Richard Ferber describes the typical changes in sleep from early childhood through adolescence in this video on Harvard School of Medicine's Healthy Sleep website.
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