Sam A. Kashani, MD

Dr Kashani is a board-certified sleep medicine physician who practices in Santa Monica, Porter Ranch, and Santa Clarita. He is currently president of the California Sleep Society and is an assistant clinical professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Articles

Hypersomnias: The Most Freqently Misdiagnosed Sleep Disorders

Sam A. Kashani, MD

May 13th 2025

Hypersomnias are a complex set of sleep disorders. Proper sleep evaluations are crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Sleep Disorders in Children vs Adults: What's the Difference?

Sam A. Kashani, MD

May 12th 2025

Discover the unique approaches to treating sleep disorders in children vs adults, highlighting effective behavioral strategies.

Evaluating Patients for Narcolepsy: An Expert's Tips

Sam A. Kashani, MD

May 9th 2025

The Impact of Sleep Medications on Psychiatric Disorders

Sam A. Kashani, MD

May 8th 2025

Collaboration in sleep medicine can optimize treatment for conditions like narcolepsy, ADHD, and insomnia.

Screening for Sleep Problems: An Expert's Guide

Sam A. Kashani, MD

May 7th 2025

Collaboration between sleep specialists and mental health providers is critically important for effective treatment of sleep disorders and psychiatric issues.