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Summary
Matthew Scharf, M.D., Ph.D., is board certified in Neurology and Sleep Medicine. As Director of Sleep Medicine for Hackensack Meridian Health’s southern region, Dr. Scharf treats an array of sleep disorders and is an expert in at-home and in-lab sleep studies, including polysomnograms, PAP titration studies, and multiple sleep latency tests. He sees patients in-person as well as via telehealth.
Realizing the profound impact that sleep has on nearly every aspect of a person’s health, Dr. Scharf has dedicated his career to helping patients reclaim the sleep they need to function at their best. He takes the time to listen to his patients, understanding their concerns and experiences to create a personalized treatment plan.
Dr. Scharf is a firm believer that improving sleep is not just about treating a condition, rather it is about restoring quality of life. An avid runner and hiker himself, he encourages his patients to incorporate some level of exercise into their …daily routines for optimal sleep health.
He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is dedicated to continuous learning and staying up to date on the newest technologies and treatments in the field. He has also published dozens of peer-reviewed articles, book chapters and reviews and presented at a variety of conferences.
Specialties include the following:
- Circadian rhythm disorders
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Central sleep apnea
- Parasomnias, including sleepwalking, sleep talking, night terrors
- REM Behavior Disorder
- Insomnia
- Narcolepsy
- Restless Leg Syndrome
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Dr. Matthew T Scharf, MD | Dr. A. James Mamary, MD | Dr. Sheila Weaver, DO | Dr. Yi Cai, MD |
| Sleep Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Sleep Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 27 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Hazlet , NJ | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | New York , NY |
| Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew T Scharf
Medical Specialties
Dr. Matthew T Scharf has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Matthew T Scharf has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Sleep Medicine, 2015
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Neurology, 2013
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine2014
Residency
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania2013
Internship
Jacobi Medical Center2010
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