Neurology & Neurosurgery

UF Small Animal Hospital

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Specializing in complex cases and problems that persist despite treatment.

Located at 2089 SW 16th Ave. Gainesville, FL 32608

The UF Small Animal Hospital’s Neurology and Neurosurgery Services provide expert care for your pet from our board-certified neurologists and experienced veterinary professionals. We utilize cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other specialists to ensure the best possible diagnosis and treatment.

We offer appointments on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for initial and follow-up visits. Procedures are typically scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays. During your initial visit, we will evaluate your pet, discuss our findings, and recommend a treatment plan. Some procedures can be performed the same day, while those requiring anesthesia (CT, MRI, surgery) are usually scheduled for the following day.

Our services include:

  • Diagnosis and management of epilepsy and other seizure disorders
  • Diagnosis and management of inflammatory and infectious nervous system diseases
  • Computerized tomography (CT)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Surgical treatment for intervertebral disk herniation and compressive spinal disorders
  • Diagnosis and management of brain tumors
  • Electrodiagnostic studies of muscles and nerves
  • BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response) Testing

Our Team

Clinicians

Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Clinical Associate Professor; Neurology Service Chief
Gabriel A Garcia

Gabriel A Garcia

Clinical Associate Professor, Neurology

Fellows, Residents, and Interns

Markos Antonakakis

Markos Antonakakis

RESIDENT
Alyssa J Carrillo

Alyssa J Carrillo

RESIDENT
Tae R Kim

Tae R Kim DVM

Resident
Melissa A Narum

Melissa A Narum MS, DVM, CVA

Neurology Resident
Kimi B Sharma

Kimi B Sharma DVM

Resident

Administration

Danielle Marsh

Danielle Marsh BGS, CVT

Veterinary Technician Manager

Technicians

Paula Milla

Paula Milla CVT

Veterinary Technician II
Tracy L Vanderzyl

Tracy L Vanderzyl

Veterinary Technician I

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