BrightCare Animal Neurology and Imaging in Mission Viejo handles the kind of cases that general veterinarians often refer elsewhere. Dr. Gorgi is a Board-Certified Veterinary Neurologist, which means if your dog is having seizures, balance problems, pain issues, or suspected spinal conditions, this is the right place to get specialized diagnosis and treatment.

The facility combines advanced imaging technology with neurosurgery capabilities, so they can identify what’s actually going on with your dog’s nervous system and then treat it directly rather than just managing symptoms. The imaging equipment lets them see things clearly enough to plan surgical approaches or confirm diagnoses that might otherwise remain mysterious. When you walk in, the staff understands that dogs coming here are often already stressed or in discomfort, so they’ve built the experience around keeping your dog as calm as possible throughout the process.

Dr. Gorgi works with owners to create treatment plans specific to what each dog needs, whether that’s medication management, physical rehabilitation guidance, or surgical intervention. The approach isn’t one-size-fits-all. If your regular vet has recommended a neurology referral, or if your dog is showing neurological symptoms that haven’t been explained by standard testing, BrightCare can provide the depth of expertise that typically only exists at specialty hospitals.

Mission Viejo is conveniently located in central Orange County, making it accessible whether you’re coming from the coast or inland areas. The facility itself is set up as a referral center, so your regular veterinarian can coordinate care, which helps keep your dog’s full medical picture in one place. Most owners find the consultation process straightforward — your vet will handle the initial referral, and BrightCare will work with you from there to schedule the appointment and discuss what diagnostics or treatments might be needed.