BluePearl Pet Hospital
North Dallas
Lewisville, TX
Neurology

Emergency and Specialty
Emergency:
Call Ahead for Availability
Specialty:
By appointment

Pet neurology by BluePearl.

Advanced care for what matters most – helping your pet live a longer and better life.

We understand that seeing your pet experience unusual symptoms or act out of the ordinary can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our veterinary neurology team is made up of experts in diagnosing and treating diseases of the nervous system, and we’re here to help. 

Our commitment is not just to treat illnesses; it’s to enhance the well-being of your pet and be with you every step of the way.

A vet specialist holds a small grey puppy wearing a cone on an exam table.

Conditions we treat.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

If your pet has a neurological condition, you’ll have an entire neurology team helping to improve your pet’s quality of life so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Epilepsy and other seizure disorders
  • Brain and spinal cord trauma
  • Disc herniation and other lumbosacral disorders
  • Brain tumors
  • Neuromuscular disease
  • Encephalitis
  • Meningitis

Services we offer.

Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).

Advanced diagnostics

Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostics and imaging tools to uncover the source of the problem.

  • MRI
  • CT
  • Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
  • Radiography (x-rays)
  • Electrodiagnostic testing
  • Nerve and muscle biopsies

Treatment plans

Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our neurology team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:

  • Medication
  • Rehabilitation
  • Neurosurgery

Our board certified specialists and neurology team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our neurology team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Natalia Amaral Marrero

DVM
On the job

Dr. Natalia Amaral Marrero is an intern in our neurology service. Her clinical interests include all aspects of neurology and neurosurgery.

Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Off duty

Dr. Amaral Marrero enjoys hiking, painting, reading and staying home with her two cats.

Stephanie Chang

DVM
Resident

Neurology
Neurosurgery
On the job

Dr. Stephanie Chang is a resident in our neurology service. Her interests include seizure management and neurosurgery.

Education
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Bachelor of Science, Applied Animal Biology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
Off duty

Dr. Chang enjoys cooking, watching true crime documentaries and relaxing with her senior cat, Pekoe.

Kendall Day

DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
Board Certified in Veterinary Neurology

Neurology
Neurosurgery
Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
  • Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, University of Florida, Gainesville
  • Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Auburn University, AL
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, Tampa, FL
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL
  • Bachelor of Science, Marine Biology, University of Rhode Island, Kingston
Off duty

Dr. Day enjoys gardening, knitting, biking and working out. She lives with her boyfriend, dogs Callie and Lexie, and a cat named Sandwich.

Barbara Lindsay

BVM&S, DACVIM (Neurology)
Board Certified in Veterinary Neurology

Neurology
Neurosurgery
On the job

Dr. Barbara Lindsay has a strong interest in training the next generation of veterinarians. She works closely with other specialty clinicians and referring veterinarians to provide comprehensive treatment plans for her patients. Her special interests include neuro-oncology cases and meningitis treatment.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
  • Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Neurology, VCA Animal Specialty Center, Yonkers, NY
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Animal Referral Hospital, Sydney, Australia
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Specialist Services, Brisbane, Australia
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery, Murdoch University, Perth, Australia
  • Bachelor of Science, Veterinary Biology, Murdoch University, Perth, Australia
Off duty

Dr. Lindsay enjoys running, practicing barre Pilates, drinking espresso and spending time with her cat. She grew up on a sheep farm in Australia, and while she misses her sheep dogs, she loves exploring the “Lone Star State” and meeting local people.

Stephanie Marzullo

DVM
Resident

Neurology
Neurosurgery
On the job

Dr. Stephanie Marzullo is a resident in our neurology service. She finds seizures and meningitis the most gratifying to treat.

Education
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Neurology, VCA Animal Specialty Center of South Carolina, Columbia
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, VCA Aurora Animal Hospital, IL
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, Marymount University, VA
Off duty

Dr. Marzullo’s hobbies are knitting, baking, reading and working out. She had two cats: Kisses and Phoebe.

Breanne Morrell

MS, DVM

Neurology
Neurosurgery
On the job

Dr. Breanne Morrell is particularly interested in small animal neurology.

Education
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Lewisville, TX
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
  • Master of Science, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
Off duty

Dr. Morrell enjoys playing video games and watching movies. She has two cats named BooBoo and Wafer.

Benjamin Williams

DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology)
Board Certified in Veterinary Neurology

Neurology
Neurosurgery
On the job

Dr. Benjamin Williams has a strong interest in teaching veterinary interns and residents and is actively involved in training neurology/neurosurgery residents. He has consulted with several zoos and exotic feline sanctuaries on neurologic cases and is interested in the wide variety of MRI findings for intracranial diseases. He most enjoys neurosurgical cases and finds intervertebral disc herniations and spinal fractures particularly rewarding to treat.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
  • Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Center for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care, Lewisville, TX
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA
  • Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
  • Bachelor of Arts, Legal Studies, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Off duty

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Williams enjoys reading, hiking, going out to eat or to the movies, and watching most sports (soccer and football in particular). He grew up with Gordon and Irish Setters but currently shares a townhouse with one adopted cat.

What to expect.

We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the neurologist, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • Make an initial appointment by calling us directly or via referral from your pet’s primary vet. 
  • We’ll get records from your primary or emergency vet before your first visit and collaborate with them to discuss your pet’s history and current condition.

During your visit

  • When possible, we’ll examine your pet with you by their side to make them more comfortable. If additional tests are needed for a diagnosis, we’ll discuss those options with you.
  • You’ll have plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions as we go over your pet’s diagnosis together.
  • Before you leave, you’ll receive a detailed treatment plan, discharge instructions and any recommended medications. We’ll schedule a recheck appointment and make sure you’re aware of any symptoms you should watch out for at home.

After your visit

  • Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as part of the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in their treatment plan. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication, maintaining a specific diet or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.