A Team Approach

Our pediatric sleep experts have the advantage of being supported by CHKD's comprehensive network of pediatric programs and specialists. This helps to ensure proper diagnosis and care when dealing with sleep problems complicated by other medical disorders such as asthma, autism, epilepsy, gastroesophageal reflux disease, craniofacial disorders, obesity and neuromuscular disorders.

CHKD's sleep medicine team is here to diagnose simple and complex sleep disorders.

Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Snoring may be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea, the most common and most treatable sleep disorder in children. Children with obstructive sleep apnea stop breathing for brief periods during sleep, often because of an airway blockage.

Other symptoms of sleep apnea include:

  • Restless sleep
  • Pauses in breathing
  • Mouth breathing while asleep
  • Morning headaches
  • Problems with school performance
  • Restlessness and hyperactivity
  • Difficulty concentrating

More Conditions We Treat

  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Nightmares
  • Insomnia
  • Sleepwalking
  • Seizures
  • Narcolepsy
  • Circadian rhythm disorders

Exclusively for Children

CHKD's center for pediatric sleep medicine was created specifically with kids in mind. Every staff member has pediatric training and experience with conditions and issues unique to children. Our state-of-the-art facilities are designed to be reassuring and comforting, with cheerful cozy sleep areas developed especially for our young patients. Kids and parents can play games, watch television, read and relax before bedtime

If you have any questions concerning the sleep study or if you are unable to keep an appointment, please call us at (757) 668-9466. 

Accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine

CHKD’s Sleep Center at Oakbrooke is nationally accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, which establishes core standards for personnel, facility and equipment, patient care and quality assurance. While CHKD’s Sleep Center in Newport News is too new to be accredited, it meets or exceeds all AASM standards, and is in the process of being accredited.

Our Fax Number

(757) 668-7198