Dr. Gossett is a board-certified pediatric neurologist and epilepsy specialist who helps children and teens manage complex neurological conditions. He provides clear diagnoses and focused treatment for issues like seizures, headaches, and developmental delays. Below is a guide to common conditions, what signs to watch for, how we evaluate them, and treatment options to help your child move forward.
Unsure if you need to see a specialist? Read our page on when to see a pediatric neurologist, or reach out for a conversation.
Epilepsy & Seizures
What it is: Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurring seizures—sudden, uncontrolled bursts of electrical activity in the brain. Parents might notice unusual movements, staring spells, loss of consciousness, confusion, or sudden falls.
Evaluation: Evaluation includes a detailed medical history, neurological examination, electroencephalogram (EEG), and sometimes MRI or other imaging studies to identify underlying causes.
Treatment: Treatment may involve medications, dietary therapies, or sometimes surgical options. Regular monitoring and lifestyle adjustments are also essential.
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
What it is: ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Parents may notice difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, constant motion, or struggles with organizational tasks.
Evaluation: Diagnosis includes comprehensive history taking, rating scales completed by parents and teachers, behavioral observations, and neuropsychological testing if needed.
Treatment: Treatment typically includes behavioral therapy, educational accommodations, parent training, and medications to manage symptoms effectively.
Tics & Tourette Syndrome
What it is: Tics are sudden, repetitive movements or sounds. Tourette Syndrome involves multiple motor and vocal tics lasting over a year. Parents may notice repeated blinking, throat clearing, facial grimaces, or sudden movements.
Evaluation: Evaluation includes detailed history, clinical observation, and possibly additional tests to rule out other conditions.
Treatment: Treatment may involve behavioral therapy (such as Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics), medication if tics significantly impact daily life, and supportive counseling.
Concussion & Head Injuries
What it is: A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury usually caused by a blow to the head. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, or changes in behavior and sleep patterns.
Evaluation: Evaluation involves neurological and cognitive assessments, and sometimes imaging (CT, MRI) to rule out severe injury.
Treatment: Management typically involves rest, cognitive and physical activity adjustments, careful monitoring, and gradual return-to-activity protocols.
Headaches & Migraines
What it is: Headaches in children range from mild tension headaches to severe migraines accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light or sound, and visual disturbances.
Evaluation: Assessment includes thorough medical and headache history, neurological exams, and occasionally imaging tests to exclude serious underlying causes.
Treatment: Treatment includes lifestyle modifications, preventive medications, acute pain-relief medications, stress management, and identification of triggers.
Developmental Delays
What it is: Developmental delays occur when children don’t reach milestones (speech, movement, social skills) within typical time frames. Parents may notice delays in walking, talking, interacting, or learning.
Evaluation: Evaluation involves developmental screenings, detailed medical and family histories, neuropsychological testing, genetic testing, and possibly imaging studies.
Treatment: Management typically involves multidisciplinary therapies including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, educational support, and individualized intervention plans.
Sleep Issues
What it is: Sleep issues in children include insomnia, sleep apnea, night terrors, and difficulty maintaining regular sleep patterns. Parents may notice frequent waking, snoring, restlessness, or daytime fatigue.
Evaluation: Evaluation includes sleep history, sleep diaries, questionnaires, physical examinations, and possibly sleep studies (polysomnography).
Treatment: Treatment may involve establishing healthy sleep routines, behavioral strategies, medications for specific conditions like restless legs syndrome, or CPAP therapy for sleep apnea.
Other Neurological Concerns
What it is: This category encompasses various conditions affecting the nervous system, including movement disorders, weakness, sensory disturbances, or unusual neurological symptoms not otherwise classified.
Evaluation: Evaluation involves comprehensive neurological exams, detailed histories, and targeted diagnostic testing (imaging, nerve conduction studies, lab tests).
Treatment: Treatment plans vary significantly based on diagnosis but may include medications, therapy, watchful waiting, or coordinated care with other medical specialists.
Our Location
7920 Belt Line Rd, Suite 685
Dallas, Texas 75254
Frequently Asked Questions
No referral is needed. You’re welcome to contact us directly to schedule care.
No. Orchard Park Child Neurology is a private-pay practice. This allows Dr. Gossett to offer longer appointments, same-week availability, and direct communication without the limitations of insurance-based care. We’re happy to provide documentation if you’d like to submit for out-of-network reimbursement.
Fees vary based on the type and length of the visit. We’ll review all pricing with you before your first appointment—there are no surprise bills. Many families use HSA/FSA funds or submit for out-of-network reimbursement.
In most cases, we can schedule new patient appointments within 1–2 weeks—and often sooner. We limit the number of families we work with so we can offer faster scheduling and more personalized care.
We’ll send you a checklist after scheduling, but it typically includes any previous medical records, a list of current medications, and completed intake forms. If you have school or therapy reports, those can be helpful too.
Yes, we offer virtual telehealth visits for Texas residents. Please contact us for more info.
“I have had the privilege of knowing Dr. Gossett for many years and he has always taken exceptional care of all my patients. He is thorough and knowledgeable. I trust him fully in caring for my own patients and believe he is the best pediatric neurologist in Dallas.”
Celia Browning, MD
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Best Pediatric Specialists—2020-2024
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