Independence Veterinary Neurology

The freedom to put patients and people first.

The Only Independently Owned Veterinary Neurology Practice in Central Virginia

Independence Veterinary Neurology (IVN) is a unique practice in today’s world of veterinary medicine. Led by Jeff Clarke, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), a board-certified specialist with more than 20 years of proven neurology and neurosurgery expertise, IVN is the only independently owned clinic in central Virginia focused exclusively on managing neurological conditions in dogs and cats.

^ Alfie, one of Dr. Clarke’s four-legged family members

Why Independence Matters

It’s this independence that truly sets the practice apart. Unlike corporate veterinary chains, we enjoy a level of autonomy that frees us to prioritize what matters most:

Treatment tailored to each pet’s unique needs instead of standardized protocols
Clinical decisions based on what’s the most effective, not the most profitable
Access to the most advanced diagnostics and procedures
Creating and sustaining a positive work culture that attracts exceptional talent
Communicating with pet parents and referring veterinarians with clarity, candor and compassion

Expert Neurology Care Centered Around Pets and People

In other words, being independent gives us the freedom to run our neurology practice with uncompromising dedication to expert patient care and an unmatched level of service. Here, pets and people come first, always.

Advanced Diagnostics

State-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and testing to help identify & understand complex neurological conditions in dogs and cats.

Neurosurgery

Advanced surgical expertise focused on improving comfort, function, and quality of life for pets with neurological disorders.

Trusted by Pet Owners and Veterinarians Across Virginia and North Carolina

When our boxer, Jax, was just a year old, he suffered a catastrophic medical emergency due to autoimmune meningitis. He was admitted to the ICU with severe brain swelling and seizures, in a near-vegetative state. Dr. Clarke stepped in and quite literally brought Jax back to life. Over our eight-year journey, he has been there every step of the way—skillfully adjusting his protocol, monitoring Jax, and truly listening to our input as pet parents. Today, Jax is a happy, stable nine-year-old. Dr. Clarke is an exceptional, deeply compassionate neurologist who always makes time for his patients. We trust him completely and cannot recommend his new practice enough.

Bev and Mike Koester

Pet Parents of Jax