Neurology & Neurosurgery
At Garden State Veterinary Services Woodbridge
With best-in-class medicine, advanced technology, and an expert team, we’re fully prepared to provide the complete, compassionate care your pet needs.
You've come to the right place
We're open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call us whenever the need arises - not just during regular business hours.
Specialized care when they need it most
Our veterinary neurology and neurosurgery team helps pets who experience:
- pain in their spine or neck
- paralysis or weakness
- seizures
- balance or coordination problems
- unexplained behavioral changes
Getting your pet on the path to wellness is our #1 goal.
With years of experience and a range of advanced procedures and treatment options, we'll focus on restoring your pet's quality of life and your peace of mind.
We're here for your pet and your family
Schedule a visit. We’re here to help.
We want you and your pet to have the best experience possible. If you need us to reach out to your primary care veterinarian for your records, we’re happy to do so.
Conditions
If your pet is experiencing any of these conditions, our board-certified specialists and team have the expertise to make a difference.
- Atlantoaxial luxation
- Brain / spinal tumors
- Chiari-like malformation and syringomyelia
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Congenital spine malformations
- Degenerative myelopathy (DM)
- Discospondylitis
- Epilepsy (seizures)
- Facial paralysis
- Hydrocephalus
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Meningitis / encephalitis / myelitis
- Myositis and masticatory muscle myositis (MMM)
- Neurologic toxcities
- Neuromuscular disease (myasthenia gravis, low thyroidm botulism, and more)
- Strokes (fibrocartilaginous emboli and more)
- Subarachnoid diverticula ("spinal cysts")
- Vestibular dysfunction
- Wobblers disease
Diagnostics
Comprehensive diagnostic testing allows us to gain a complete understanding of your pet’s condition.
- CT scan
- Electrodiagnostic testing
- MRI
- Nerve and muscle biopsy
- Spinal tap (CSF analysis)
- X-ray
Treatments
Our approach to treatment prioritizes improving your pet’s quality of life through personalized, compassionate care.
- Brain surgery (tumor removal/ biopsy, hydrocephalus shunt placement, and more)
- Spine surgery (hemilaminectomy, ventral slots, lumbosacral, tumor removal, subarachnoid diverticula removal, and more)
- Medical management
- Rehabiltation exercise guidance
Prepare for your visit
- 01Call us directly to schedule an appointment or register your pet before you arrive.
- 02We’ll gather your pet’s records and collaborate with your primary veterinarian.
- 03Note your pet's medications, food type, eating habits, and symptoms.
During your visit
- 01We’ll examine your pet and talk through any additional tests, if needed.
- 02We’ll go over your pet’s diagnosis in detail together and answer all of your questions.
- 03You’ll receive a full treatment plan and all the guidance you need before you leave.
Ongoing care
- 01Follow your pet’s treatment plan and monitor their progress and symptoms at home.
- 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you 24 hours a day.
- 03Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as a part of your pet’s ongoing care.
Our neurology & neurosurgery team
When your pet needs care, our highly trained specialists are here to help.
Frequently asked questions
Understand more about your pet’s condition and treatment options.
Fast track your visit
Save time by filling out our client registration form before your visit. (Not required.)
Our partner hospitals
GSVS Veterinary Emergency Care Morristown
- 191 E Hanover Ave. F3
Morristown, NJ 07960 - 973-435-8720
- 1:00PM–10:00PM, 7 days a week
GSVS Veterinary Emergency Care East Brunswick
- 510 Rt. 18
East Brunswick, NJ 08816 - 732-790-2310
- 1:00PM–10:00PM, 7 days a week
