
Sameh S.W. Morkous, MD
Chief, Section of Neurology, Division of Pediatric Subspecialties
Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Sleep Medicine
LVPG Cliniciani
Accepting New Patients
Overview
Area of focus i
- Sleep medicine
Languages spoken
- English
- Arabic
About
Philosophy of care
My philosophy is not just about evaluating a patient's medical condition, but to know them as people and address their concerns. Parents are usually afraid not necessarily because of the medical condition but because of the fear of what it might entail. I spend time explaining the condition and providing families with the information and resources they need. An integral part of my practice is to evaluate children for neurological conditions as well as sleep conditions and to emphasize the importance of healthy sleep.
Why I entered medicine
I grew up in a family where my dad was a physician and the impact of making a difference in people's lives was something that my dad appreciated, so I grew up appreciating how medicine can make people's lives better. I chose pediatric neurology to help children and families gain control of their medical conditions and, subsequently, their lives. As a physician, the reward of a long-lasting relationship with families and the impact we make on their lives is the biggest motivator for me to continue helping those families. In addition to neurology, I specialize in sleep medicine knowing that sleep impacts every aspect of our lives. Many neurological and non-neurological problems can improve if the child’s sleep patterns improve, as well.
Community involvement
Children's Miracle Network St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen Medical Mission in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
Personal interests
Movies, travel and soccer
Education
Undergraduate
Victory College, Certificate, 1988
Medical Training
University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1994
Training
Internship 2003
Internship, Western Reserve Care System
Residency 2004
Pediatrics, Western Reserve Care System
Residency 2005
Pediatrics, Western Reserve Care System
Fellowship 2006
Child Neurology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Medical Education, PA
Fellowship 2007
Child Neurology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Medical Education, PA
Fellowship 2008
Child Neurology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Medical Education, PA
Fellowship 2015
Sleep Medicine, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, PA
Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Sleep Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Epilepsy
Publications & Clinical Trials
Conditions Treated
- Ataxia
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dizziness
- Epilepsy
- Epilepsy and Seizures in Children
- Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (Hypersomnia)
- Headaches
- Headaches in Adolescents
- Migraine
- Movement Disorders
- Neuropathy
- Pediatric Sleep Disorders
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Seizures
- Sleep Apnea
- Ataxia
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dizziness
- Epilepsy
- Epilepsy and Seizures in Children
- Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (Hypersomnia)
- Headaches
- Headaches in Adolescents
- Migraine
- Movement Disorders
- Neuropathy
- Pediatric Sleep Disorders
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Seizures
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Unsteady Gait
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