Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Clemmons graduated with his DVM from Washington State University. There, he also was granted a PhD in veterinary science (emphasis in neurophysiology and clinical neurology). Dr. Clemmons then took a faculty position at the University of Floridas College of Veterinary Medicine where he practiced neurology and neurosurgery for 35 years before he decided to join us at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital. Dr. Clemmons, a board-certified specialist in Neurology, has published over 100 peer-reviewed original studies, reviews, papers and abstracts and given numerous presentations, both in the US and abroad. At UF, he has had an active research program and is known for his work on platelet physiology and in the study of neurodegenerative diseases such as degenerative myelopathy. He has developed a number of innovative neurosurgical techniques including fixation of atlantoaxial subluxation and Wobblers syndrome. Dr. Clemmons taught veterinary and graduate students at the University of Florida for 35 years. There, he was known for his progressive and charismatic teaching style. Additionally, he is trained in traditional Chinese medicine. Dr. Clemmons offers many years of experience and a full palette of neurologic and neurosurgical diagnostic and treatment options, including advanced imaging (high field MRI), electrodiagnostics (EMG, EEG, others), and cranial/spinal surgery. Dr. Clemmons continues to be an avid triathlete having completed 2 full Ironman competitions and numerous marathons