Meghan Slanina, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Veterinary Neurologist

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Meghan Slanina, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology) is a board-certified small animal Neurologist at MedVet Cincinnati where she has been part of the medical team since 2016. Dr. Slanina attended The Ohio State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 2008, and a Doctor in Veterinary Medicine degree in 2011. Following her graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Slanina completed a yearlong rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Florida, a yearlong neurology internship at the Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialistsand a three-year residency in small animal neurology at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. She attained board certification with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in July 2016.

Dr. Slanina is an active advocate of continuingeducation for veterinary professionals and has lectured on small animal neurology and neurosurgery to veterinarians and veterinary students on topics including myelopathies, seizure management, and central nervous system neoplasia. She has also published scientific articles on small animal neurology and has written a book chapter on Atlantoaxial Instability in the Veterinary Clinics of North America.

Although Dr. Slanina maintains an interest in all aspects of small animal neurology, she has particular interest in seizure disorders and central nervous system inflammatory disease. When not treating patients, Dr. Slanina enjoys exploring Cincinnati and spending time with her Bernese Mountain Dog, Bella.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science: Biological Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery: BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Tampa, Florida
Internship in Neurology: Golf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, Texas
Residency in Small Animal Surgery: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ithaca, New York

Specializations

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

Professional Affiliations

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
American Veterinary Medical Association

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.

This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian. You may be referred to a MedVet hospital if your pet needs specific equipment and/or expertise that your veterinarian does not have. Collaboration between you, your veterinarian, and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best outcome for your pet.

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What others are saying

Dr. Meghan Slanina provides first class service! She is amazing. A huge thank you! – Jean S.

The first vet I took my dog to the night of the incident could not help her so they recommended for me to come to MedVet Cincinnati. I am certain the outstanding care she received from Dr. Meghan Slanina and the staff at MedVet is why she is still with us today. Very experienced staff, considerate and accommodating. – Kayla M.