Sofia Gonzalez, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Veterinary Neurologist

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Sofia Gonzalez, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM (Neurology), is a Board-certified Veterinary Neurologist who joined the MedVet Chicago team in 2017. She is also the Neurology Specialty Leader for all MedVet locations.

Dr. Gonzalez attended Pennsylvania State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Bioscience followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon completion of veterinary school, Dr. Gonzalez performed a rotating internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York, NY. She then completed her residency at The North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

In addition to her clinical endeavors, Dr. Gonzalez is the author of numerous publications discussing craniocervical junction abnormalities, Chiari-like malformations, syringomyelia, neuromuscular disease, anti-epileptic medications, encephalitis, and spinal tumors, among others. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, Veterinary Neurosurgical Society, Phi Zeta National Honor Society, Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Fraternity, and the Golden Key International Honor Society.

Although interested in all aspects of veterinary neurology, Dr. Gonzalez is particularly passionate about congenital abnormalities of the brain and spine, abnormalities of cerebrospinal fluid and blood flow within the nervous system, and pain management. Her favorite part of being a veterinarians is witnessing the relationships developed with owners and their pets, as well as having the opportunity to solve the puzzle that is finding the most ideal diagnostic and treatment plan for each individual patient.

When not caring for her patients and clients, Dr. Gonzalez enjoys spending time with her family, horseback riding, music, art, and running.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science: Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Ithaca, New York
Rotating Internship: The Animal Medical Center, New York, New York
Residency: North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Raleigh, North Carolina

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Internal Medicine (Neurology)

Professional Affiliations

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
American Veterinary Medical Association
American Animal Hospital Association
Veterinary Information Network
Veterinary Neurosurgical Society,
Phi Zeta National Honor Society
Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Fraternity
Golden Key International Honor Society

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A veterinary specialist is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate education and clinical training in a focused area. After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field, they are called a diplomate of their specialty college and considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine. There are over 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
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