Specialists in Companion Animal Neurology (SCAN) - Clearwater
Specialists in Companion Animal Neurology (SCAN) - Clearwater is a neurology practice in Clearwater, FL, staffed by 2 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Dorsal laminectomy, Removal of brain tumors, Spinal tumor removal, and Surgical correction of Chiari malformation.
About
Specialists in Companion Animal Neurology (SCAN) in Clearwater, FL, is a veterinary specialty hospital focusing on advanced neurological care. The team includes board-certified neurologists and neurosurgeons who provide state-of-the-art diagnostic services and treatments. They utilize high-field MRI, electrodiagnostic testing, and spinal fluid analysis to accurately diagnose neurological diseases, offering both urgent neurosurgery and long-term medical management.
SCAN works closely with primary care veterinarians for referrals. While pet owners with emergencies are directed to 24-hour hospitals, established patients can contact an answering service for non-urgent questions outside business hours. For emergency referrals, veterinarians can reach an on-call neurologist 24/7/365 to discuss urgent cases and arrange transfers.
Surgical team
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Jenna M. Lind
DVM, DACVIM
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Jeffrey Laifer
DVM, DACVIM
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Johnna Geiger
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Daffney Young
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Jess Caicedo
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Chrissy Warth
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Jessica Mouzin
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Susan Underwood
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Amber Diedrich
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Brooke Sharpe
Procedures
- Dorsal laminectomy
- Removal of brain tumors
- Spinal tumor removal
- Surgical correction of Chiari malformation
- Medical management of stroke
- Atlantoaxial luxation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Participation in clinical trials for brain tumors
- Spinal fracture repair
- Brain biopsy
- Vertebral malformation
- Placement of ventriculoperitoneal shunt
- Head trauma surgery
- Treatment of encephalitis and meningitis
- Distraction-stabilization
- Medical management of head trauma
- Seizure management
- Ventral slot
- Treatment of vestibular disease
- Hemilaminectomy
Equipment
- Spinal fluid analysis
- MRI
- Electrodiagnostics
- Radiography
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialists are available at SCAN Clearwater?
- SCAN Clearwater is staffed by board-certified neurologists and neurosurgeons. These specialists have completed extensive post-graduate education and board certification examinations, focusing on advanced care for companion animal neurological diseases. They work in a specialized hospital environment to provide expert diagnostic and treatment services.
- What advanced diagnostic equipment does SCAN Clearwater use?
- SCAN Clearwater employs state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to accurately identify neurological conditions. This includes high-field MRI for detailed imaging of the brain and spinal cord, electrodiagnostic testing, and spinal fluid analysis. The clinic also performs routine radiography services to aid in diagnosis.
- What types of brain surgery does SCAN Clearwater perform?
- SCAN Clearwater offers various brain surgeries for companion animals. These procedures include the removal of brain tumors, brain biopsies, and surgery for head trauma. They also perform surgical correction of Chiari malformation, placement of ventriculoperitoneal shunts, and participate in clinical trials for brain tumors.
- How can veterinarians refer emergency cases to SCAN Clearwater after hours?
- Veterinarians needing to refer an emergency case to SCAN Clearwater after hours should call the dedicated rDVM hotline number for the Clearwater location. A neurologist is on-call 24/7/365 to discuss urgent patient cases with referring veterinarians and facilitate emergency transfers as needed.
- What medical management options are available for neurological conditions at SCAN Clearwater?
- SCAN Clearwater provides medical management for a range of neurological conditions. This includes treatment for encephalitis and meningitis, seizure management, and treatment of vestibular disease. They also offer medical management for stroke, head trauma, and neurological rehabilitation services.