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The neurology department at Summit Veterinary Referral Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders relating to the nervous system. This includes those conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. Common examples of neurological disease include (but are not limited to):
The veterinary neurologist is adept at performing a thorough and complex neurological examination to help in the identification of neurological disease. They are also extensively trained in many specialized procedures that complement the neurological examination, and further guide the diagnostic process. Examples of this testing include:
Although veterinary neurology is a branch of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), it also involves many technically challenging surgical procedures such as:
Our goal is to provide the best possible level of personal care to our patients and their families. Despite the complexity of the neurological system, we strive to help you understand your pet’s condition, as it is only through this understanding that informed decisions can then be made.
Critical Care/Emergency:
American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
European Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society – description of veterinary critical care
The Indoor cat initiative
Internal medicine:
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Oncology:
Veterinary Cancer Society
ACVIM Foundation
Tripawds: A community site for owners of 3 legged pets; this is not a veterinary site but is helpful for support and ideas.Please discuss any therapeutic questions with your oncologist.
The Argus Institute
Pet Loss Support Line 1-866-266-8635
Neurology:
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Degenerative Myelopathy information
Canine epilepsy information
Syringomyelia information
Four Paws Animal Rehabilitation
Sumner Veterinary Rehabilitation and Conditioning
Radiology:
American College of Veterinary Radiology
Mobile Ultrasound. Animal Imaging Consultants
Illumipet Telemedicine Services
Ultrasound Education. Sonopath
Surgery:
American College of Veterinary Surgeons
American Veterinary Medical Association
Michigan Veterinary Specialists
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