Colleen Embersics

Dr. Colleen Embersics serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience within the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University. She joined the faculty on September 30, 2022, bringing specialized expertise in veterinary neurology and neurosurgery.

Her educational background includes:

• Residency in Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery, UC Davis (2019-2022)
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Mississippi State University (2018)
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Stephen F. Austin State University (2013)

Dr. Embersics' research program bridges engineering innovations with clinical neurology, focusing on neurogenetics, therapeutic ultrasound/electromagnetic field applications, 3D-printed surgical implants, natural neurotoxins therapy, gut-brain axis interactions, and canine epilepsy management. This interdisciplinary approach drives novel diagnostic and treatment strategies for complex neurological conditions in animals.

Her scholarly output includes a 2023 publication analyzing EEG patterns in canine tetanus-related sleep disorders, reflecting her commitment to advancing veterinary neurodiagnostics and contributing to the field of comparative sleep medicine.

Professional recognition includes:

• Board Certification as Diplomate of the America College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology/Neurosurgery)

Dr. Embersics maintains active research engagement as Co-Principal Investigator on a Center for Companion Animal Health grant investigating genetic factors in canine spinal disorders. Her clinical practice spans brain/spinal surgery, electrodiagnostics, neuro-oncology, and seizure management, while her teaching portfolio covers neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, clinical neurology, and the historical foundations of neurological science.