Veterinary Neurology & Neurosurgery in Rock Hill, SC
Specialized Neurological Care for Dogs & Cats
Advanced neurological and neurosurgical care for dogs and cats at Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Rock Hill.
Veterinary Neurological Diagnosis & Treatment
Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Rock Hill provides advanced veterinary neurology and neurosurgery for dogs and cats with conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord and nervous system.
Led by Robert (Bob) L. Bergman, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), Board-Certified Veterinary Neurologist & Neurosurgeon, our neurology service works collaboratively with primary care veterinarians to evaluate neurological symptoms, reach a diagnosis and develop an individualized treatment plan for each patient.
Dr. Bergman is accepting new patients at our Rock Hill hospital.
Meet Dr. Robert Bergman
Dr. Bergman has a long history with Carolina Veterinary Specialists and the Greater Charlotte veterinary community.
He originally joined CVS in 2003 and helped establish the organization’s neurology service in the Charlotte region. During his previous tenure, he also served in leadership roles including Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer.
Dr. Bergman’s professional interests combine clinical neurology, advanced neurosurgery, research, innovation and veterinary education.
In addition to his clinical work, he has taught veterinary neurosurgery internationally and has been involved with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) and AO Vet.
Advanced Veterinary Neurology in Rock Hill
Neurological conditions can involve the brain, spinal cord, nerves or muscles. Determining the cause often requires a combination of a detailed neurological examination and advanced diagnostic testing.
Our goal is to identify the location and cause of the neurological problem and determine the most appropriate treatment approach for each individual patient.
Depending on the condition, treatment may involve medical management, advanced imaging, surgery, rehabilitation recommendations or continued monitoring in collaboration with the patient’s primary veterinarian.
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced imaging plays an important role in diagnosing many neurological and spinal conditions.
Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Rock Hill offers access to advanced diagnostic imaging, including:
- MRI – Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI provides detailed images of the brain, spinal cord and surrounding soft tissues and can be particularly valuable when evaluating many neurological disorders.
- CT – Computed Tomography
CT provides detailed cross-sectional images and can be useful in evaluating the spine, bones and other structures associated with neurological disease or trauma.
Dr. Bergman uses the findings from the neurological examination and diagnostic imaging to develop an individualized diagnostic and treatment plan.
When Should a Pet See a Veterinary Neurologist?
Neurological problems can present in many different ways. A veterinary neurologist may be recommended when a dog or cat experiences symptoms such as:
- Weakness or difficulty walking
- Sudden inability to stand or use the legs
- Back or neck pain
- Paralysis or partial paralysis
- Seizures
- Loss of balance or coordination
- Abnormal gait
- Tremors or unusual movements
- Spinal trauma or injury
- Changes in neurological function
- Suspected intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Other complex neurological symptoms
Early neurological evaluation can be particularly important when symptoms develop suddenly or progress rapidly.
Veterinary Neurosurgery & Advanced Spinal Surgery
When surgery is indicated, Dr. Bergman brings extensive experience in complex veterinary neurosurgery and advanced spinal procedures.
His areas of particular interest include:
- Advanced spinal surgery
- Spinal stabilization and fusion
- Pedicle screw stabilization
- Spinal trauma
- Cervical spondylomyelopathy
- Development and refinement of neurosurgical procedures and implants
- Comparative neurosurgery
Dr. Bergman has spent years performing advanced spinal surgeries and collaborating on complex neurosurgical cases at specialty hospitals and universities.