At Allied Veterinary Specialists, our veterinary neurology team provides specialized evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for pets experiencing disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. Neurological conditions can be complex and may require advanced diagnostic testing to determine the underlying cause.
Our neurologic specialists work closely with your primary veterinarian and the AVS emergency, critical care, surgery, and internal medicine teams to provide coordinated care tailored to your pet’s individual needs.
Veterinary Neurology focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions that affect your pet’s nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. Neurological problems can sometimes develop suddenly, while others progress gradually over time. Some conditions may be difficult to diagnose because symptoms can overlap with orthopedic or other medical disorders.
A veterinary neurologist performs a detailed neurological examination and uses your pet’s medical history, diagnostic testing, and imaging findings to determine where the problem may be occurring and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Our goal is to provide you with a clear understanding of what may be affecting your pet and help you make informed decisions about their care.
PERFORM
a comprehensive neurological examination to evaluate your pet’s gait, coordination, reflexes, cranial nerves, strength, sensation, and other neurological functions.
REVIEW
your pet’s medical history, previous treatments, laboratory results, radiographs, and other diagnostic information.
DISCUSS
your pet’s current symptoms, when they began, how they have progressed, and any changes you have noticed at home.
RECOMMEND
additional diagnostic testing when needed to better understand the underlying cause of your pet’s neurological condition.
DEVELOP
An individualized treatment and monitoring plan based on your pet’s diagnosis, symptoms, overall health, and quality of life.
Neurological conditions may require diagnostic testing beyond a routine physical examination. Depending on your pet’s symptoms and neurological findings, your veterinarian or neurologist may recommend additional testing to help identify the underlying problem. Our specialists will explain the purpose of recommended testing and how the results may help guide your pet’s treatment.
Diagnostic recommendations may include:
Neurological conditions can be frightening and disorienting for pet owners, particularly when symptoms develop suddenly or without warning and affect your pet’s ability to walk, move, balance, or interact normally with the family.
At AVS, our neurology team works as part of a collaborative specialty and emergency hospital. When appropriate, our neurologists can coordinate care with our emergency, critical care, surgery, internal medicine, and other specialty teams.
We understand that every pet and every neurological condition is different. Our goal is to combine advanced medicine with compassionate communication, so you understand your pet's condition, treatment options, and next steps.
If your pet is experiencing a sudden neurological emergency, contact AVS or seek emergency veterinary care immediately.
Serving Volusia County and Surrounding Areas
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