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Carley Giovanella, DVM, DACVIM

Carley Giovanella, DVM, DACVIM

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Dr. Carley Giovanella earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tufts University in 1999. After completing an internship at the University of Georgia, she pursued a residency in neurology and neurosurgery at the University of Wisconsin and the Animal Health Trust in Newmarket, England. In 2003, she joined The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine as an assistant professor in neurology and neurosurgery and became board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine – Specialty of Neurology in 2004.

Dr. Giovanella joined Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in 2005, where she led the Neurology Department and contributed her expertise as a member of the GCVS advisory board. She is now the current Medical Director of GCVS Houston. Her dedication to advancing veterinary care and her leadership has been vital to the hospital’s success.

Though not originally from Texas, Dr. Giovanella and her family have fully embraced the state’s culture and lifestyle. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and scuba diving with her family, all of whom are scuba certified. At home, she cares for a diverse group of pets, reflecting her lifelong passion for animal welfare.

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We love Dr. Giovanella. She is wonderful to work with.