Neurology & Neurosurgery
At Garden State Veterinary Services Woodbridge
With best-in-class medicine, 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 and require no referral or appointment for emergency services.
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
- MRI
- Nerve and muscle biopsies
- Spinal taps (CSF analysis)
- X-rays
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)
- Medical management
- Rehabiltation exercise guidance
- Spine surgeries (hemilaminectomies, ventral slots, lumbosacral surgeries, tumor removals, subarachnoid diverticula removal, and more)
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 treatment plan, any medication, and helpful guidance before you leave.
After your visit
- 01Follow your pet’s treatment plan and monitor their symptoms.
- 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you.
- 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
