Small Animal Series Proceedings
2024-2025 Seminars

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Neurology with Ryan Gibson, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)

SEMINAR AGENDA

  • Deciphering the Neurological Feline: Exam and Clinical Presentations
  • The Art of Seizure Therapy - Maintenance Therapy
  • Approaches to Status and Cluster Seizures
  • Differentials for Down Dogs Other Than IVDD
  • Dizzying Differentials: Ranking Vestibular Disease Differentials
  • The Aging Mind: Cognitive Dysfunction in Pets

All sessions presented by Ryan Gibson, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
Assistant Clinical Professor, Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine

Ryan Gibson (@thebraindogtor) is a veterinary educator and neurologist from Auburn University. His teaching focuses on foundational neuroscience, applications in clinical neurology, and microanatomy. His virtual consulting services (The Brain Dogtor LLC) are aimed at improving access to care for neurological patients and supporting general practitioners. Dr. Gibson collaborates with researchers in exploring new drugs for neuropathic pain, translating the age of the neurological system across species, seizure therapies, and veterinary education. He founded Pet Parent Educators, which aims to increase client education following the diagnosis of chronic conditions such as seizures and diabetes.