Reviews of Children's Sleep Center at Ritchie Medical Plaza (Hospital)

Alexus Hanson

I was deeply disturbed after my appointment. After expressing my concerns and telling the doctor my situation, she immediately suggested benzodiazapenes (xanax, klonopin, etc) for my child who is not even 2 years old. Instead of first suggesting X,Y, & Z, the doctor said this was the best way to handle my son's night terrors. When I pushed back, she got defensive and said "You have these problems and this is what will help." If you know anything about these HIGHLY ADDICTIVE AND DESTRUCTIVE pills, you know exactly why your child should not take them. OF COURSE my child will sleep through the night when he is heavily sedated... I was extremely disappointed because I was hoping to gain skills, tools, information, etc on how to help my son, I was not looking for a "quick fix". I would NOT suggest Dr. Hoyer or this sleep center if you are struggling with sleep terrors. They will push pills and sadly some parents do not know what else to do except trust these "professionals". I struggled for over a year and was so excited to meet with the doctor because I had tried just about everything I could. CBD oil is the only thing that has stopped my child's night terrors. If I go 2 days or more without giving my son the CBD oil, he will start having episodes again. You will get more support and education on a Facebook support group page than you will here!

Michelle Anderson

We took our son here after dealing with years of sleep disruptions, tossing and turning, always being tired and difficulty falling asleep. We were told by the Dr. that it was not severe enough to be sleep apnea and that the most likely diagnosis would be restless leg syndrome. He was prescribed medication that didn’t help. Later on, he was very sick with a fever and was referred to an ENT after his primary physician noticed enlarged adenoids in his x-ray. The ENT said with how big they are he would assume the my son would have sleep problems. Take your child to an ENT first!

Jessica Cook

I'm so grateful for this clinic and Karen Hoyer. She really helped get my daughter sleeping throughout the night without needing to let her "cry it out". (No judgement for those that use that method, it just isnt for me) She also was great about not pushing her own ideas of what perfect and the best sleep is. Ultimately it's what works best for you and your child and she recognizes that, but also explains that a good night sleep for both really is the priority.