Wendy Edlund, MD

Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic

Bio:

Dr. Edlund is a child neurologist and pediatric sleep doctor. She is passionate about making sure children get the sleep they need to learn, grow, and enjoy life.

Dr. Edlund completed her training in pediatrics, child neurology, and sleep medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. She received her medical degree at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio.

She has expertise in helping children overcome sleep difficulties, as well as identifying and treating underlying sleep disorders that may contribute to poor sleep, such as narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, or circadian rhythm disorders. She recognizes the impact a child’s sleep problem has on the entire family, and is eager to help.

Dr. Edlund serves on the guidelines subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and is a reviewer for the Journal of Child Neurology.

Dr. Edlund lives in Norfolk with her husband and daughter, and loves baking, camping, hiking, backpacking, and traveling.

Clinical Interests:

• Healthy Sleep Habits

Research:

• Restless Legs Syndrome
• Narcolepsy
• Sleep Disorders

Honors and Awards:

• Chief Resident, Child and Adolescent Neurology, Mayo Clinic
• Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc” – 2023

Community Involvement and Memberships:

Wish Granter, Make-A-Wish Foundation

Contact Info:

(757) 668-9920