Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre
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Mon-Sun:
Open 24 hours
Alta Vista Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centre
613-731-9911
Dr. Julian Lai is a neurology resident with a focus on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.
Dr. Lai earned his veterinary degree from National Taiwan University and completed a rotating internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Canada. He began his residency at VSCAN in 2024.
His clinical interests include intervertebral disc disease, seizures, spinal trauma, and inflammatory brain disease. He is dedicated to working closely with referring veterinarians to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered neurological care.
Neurological conditions affecting dogs and cats can be complex and often life-altering. These may include intervertebral disc disease, epilepsy, meningitis, encephalitis, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, vestibular disorders, neuromuscular diseases, and cancers affecting the nervous system.
Our neurology team is here to help. With extensive experience in both medical and surgical management of neurological cases, we’re committed to providing your pet with the most advanced and compassionate care possible. We take the time to understand each case thoroughly and work closely with your family veterinarian to provide services ranging from consultation alone to comprehensive management of complex neurological diseases to ensure a seamless and collaborative approach to treatment.
Consultation with the neurologist begins with a thorough neurological examination, the goal of which is to localize the problem to a specific area of the nervous system. We can then recommend and discuss the most appropriate tests to reach a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan.
Diagnostic modalities readily available include on-site MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), CT (computed tomography), digital radiography, and CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) analysis.
Consultations with the neurology team can be made by referral from your family veterinarian. We look forward to participating in your pet’s care.
Emergency Hours:
Mon-Sun: Open 24 hours
Referral Services by Appointment:
Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM