
Prof. Merav Shamir
Special interest
Veterinary neurology neurosurgery, wild animal neurology.
Please Visit Our Lab Site
Veterinary Neurobiology Lab
Please Visit Our Research Site:
Clavarial Hyperostosis in Lions (Panthera leo) Research Group
to learn more about neurological diseases in lions, in particular, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Clavarial hyperostosis.
Vitamin A deficiency is believed to be the underlying cause, but genetic and other environmental factors may predispose some to develop abnormal bone growth.
Professional Experience and Qualifications
Diplomat of the European College of veterinary neurology, Specialist in small animal surgery - Israeli college of veterinary surgeons.
Teaching
Veterinary neuro-anatomy, neurobiology, neurological examination and clinical neurology and neurosurgery.
Research
Pathophysiology of neurological diseases. Pathophysiology of seizures in the dog. Clavarial Hyperosteosis in lions
Service
Head of curriculum committee, Koret School of Veterinary Medicine.
International Interests
Member of the education committee, the European college of veterinary neurology.
Membership in Scientific Organizations
- European society of veterinary neurology.