If your pet has a neurological issue, the board-certified specialists and emergency doctors at New River Veterinary Specialists are trained and equipped to handle it. Our team is proficient at diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.
Recognizing the early warning signs is an important step in getting your pet the care they need. Common symptoms of a neurological disorder in pets include:
Our hospital and fully equipped ICU will be staffed 24-hours-a-day with doctors and technicians dedicated to caring for your pet. Patients in our ICU will receive the highest level of care available in our region. The advanced diagnostics and specialists employed by New River Veterinary Specialists can promptly diagnose and institute treatment for any neurological disorder. Importantly, our doctors will work closely with your primary veterinarian in the long-term management of the condition because teamwork leads to the best care for your pet.
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DVM, ACVIM (SAIM)
Internal Medicine
Dr. Adam Hunt is an internal medicine specialist at New River Veterinary Specialists. He is a 2018 graduate of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Hunt completed a small animal medicine and surgery rotating internship at Kansas State University and his small animal internal medicine residency at University of Tennessee. He received the House Officer of the Year award at Kansas State University due to his passion for teaching.
Dr. Hunt’s special areas of interest are gastroenterology, endocrinology, autoimmune diseases and infectious diseases. His area of research is in feline gastrointestinal disease and its relation to anemia and the diagnosis of commonly acquired adrenal diseases. Dr. Hunt enjoys performing all procedures in the specialty of internal medicine but particularly enjoys upper and lower GI endoscopy. He enjoys the long-term management of multifaceted cases and building relationships and bettering the health of his patients. Dr. Hunt views each case as an opportunity to educate and involve his clients in the decision making process with their beloved companions.
In his free time, Dr. Hunt enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and family. He enjoys hiking, swimming, spending time at the beach and playing soccer. He shares a home with his wife, two dogs, and a cat.
LVT, VTS
IM-Neurology
A proud Statesboro native, Rebecca began her journey in veterinary medicine in 2011 as a kennel assistant. From the very beginning, her strong work ethic and passion for animal care were evident. She went on to earn her Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology from Ogeechee Technical College and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician in 2016.
Rebecca spent her early years in general practice before discovering her calling in Veterinary Neurology. In 2019 she began a new chapter of specializing in neurologic patient care. After a relocation to Virginia due to her spouse’s military service, Rebecca continued her advanced neurology experience.
Upon returning to Coastal Georgia in 2023, Rebecca joined our team and has played a vital role in our neurology department. During this time, she completed extensive training and education to pursue her Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in Neurology. As of summer 2025, she is officially recognized as a member of the Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT)—a prestigious achievement in the field.
Rebecca has a special clinical interest in disorders related to the brain, along with advanced imaging (mainly MRI) and is committed to continued professional growth and delivering exceptional patient care.
Outside of work, Rebecca loves spending quality time outdoors with her husband, their daughter, and their two Labrador Retrievers, Emery and Wesson. Whether she’s hiking, on the water, or relaxing with her family, she brings the same warmth and dedication to her personal life that she does to her profession.
DVM, ACVIM
Neurology and Neuro Surgery
Dr. Lisa Klopp earned her veterinary degree from Colorado State College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992. She completed a 1-year rotating internship in small animal medicine at North Carolina State University in 1993 and 1 year of anatomical pathology at University of Arizona in 1994. She completed a residency in Neurology and Neurosurgery in 1997 and was board-certified by the College of Veterinary Internal Medicine the same year. She is a life-long, avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys which makes the months between January through September very boring for her. Her family consists of her mom (also known as Mumby) and her very orange Maine Coon cat, Dak Prescott (QB2). When she is not watching football, she likes to porch sit with Dak, read, binge watch TV shows, and have fun with her mom and friends.
DVM, MEd, DACVIM
Neurology and Neuro Surgery
Dr Jeremy Shomper earned his BS degrees in Equine Studies and Biology from Virginia Intermont College. He spent several years riding Hunter/Jumper horses prior to returning to Virginia to attend Veterinary School at Virginia Tech. While there he became fascinated with the nervous system prompting him to pursue post-graduate training including a rotating internship and Neurology/Neurosurgery residency at the University of Missouri. He was credentialed by the ACVIM in 2017.
Dr Shomper’s interests within the field of neurology include spinal/brain surgery as well as the medical management of patients with neuroinflammatory diseases.
Outside of veterinary medicine Dr Shomper is an avid horseman and enjoys spending time with his gelding Farmer. He also has 2 dogs, Darlene and Michael.
