Neurology
Advanced Neurology and Neurosurgery for Pets in Savannah and the Southeast
At Live Oak Veterinary Specialists, our board-certified neurologists diagnose and treat diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. We provide advanced imaging, surgical expertise, and compassionate care to help pets regain function and quality of life.
Our neurology department serves as a referral center for veterinarians across the Southeast, offering cutting-edge technology, decades of combined experience, and personalized attention for each patient.
What Neurology Covers
Veterinary neurology focuses on conditions that affect your pet’s central and peripheral nervous system, including:
Brain
(encephalopathy, tumors, trauma)
Spinal cord
(disc disease, injury, infection)
Nerves and muscles
(neuropathies, myopathies)
Seizure disorders
(epilepsy and secondary causes)
Gait abnormalities and weakness
Vestibular (balance) disorders
Neurology Services & Procedures
Our hospital is equipped with the most advanced diagnostic and surgical tools available in veterinary medicine.
We offer:
Diagnostic Services
- MRI and CT imaging for brain and spine evaluation
- Spinal fluid analysis (CSF tap)
- Electrodiagnostics (EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies)
- Myelography and advanced radiography
- Pre- and post-operative neurological exams
Surgical Services
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) repair
- Brain and spinal tumor removal
- Craniotomy and laminectomy
- Spinal stabilization and decompression
- Nerve biopsy and repair
Medical Management
- Seizure control and medication protocols
- Pain management for neurologic conditions
- Rehabilitation and long-term follow-up
Meet Our Neurology Specialists
Jason King, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Medical Director
Dr. King is a board-certified veterinary neurologist with advanced training in neurosurgery and over 15 years of specialty experience. He completed his residency at UC Davis and specializes in spinal surgery, neuroimmunologic disease, and trauma recovery.
Carrie Santare, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
Dr. Santare completed her neurology residency at the University of Florida and brings expertise in MRI diagnostics, disc disease, and vascular neurological disorders. She is passionate about minimally invasive neurosurgery and client education.