When your pet needs surgery, choosing the right team can make all the difference. Beyond skill alone, you want a team that combines expertise, advanced technology, compassion, and a commitment to the best possible outcome for your beloved companion.

At Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, our board-certified surgeons deliver specialized, state-of-the-art surgical care close to home. You do not have to travel far to find world-class treatment for your pet.

Surgical Expertise Across a Wide Range of Needs

Our Surgery Service is equipped to handle a broad spectrum of procedures, from orthopedic repairs to emergency soft tissue surgeries. Each patient receives a custom surgical plan tailored to their specific diagnosis and health needs.

Orthopedic Surgery

When injuries or degenerative conditions impact mobility, our orthopedic surgeons restore function and relieve pain through procedures such as:

• Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) for cruciate ligament tears

• Fracture repair using advanced fixation techniques

• Patellar luxation correction to stabilize the knee and improve gait

Soft Tissue Surgery

We provide skilled surgical care for internal conditions involving organs, tumors, and emergency abdominal issues, including:

• Gastrointestinal surgeries for blockages, masses, or foreign body removal

• Emergency abdominal surgeries for life-threatening conditions such as bloat or GDV (gastric dilations-volvulus), splenic torsion or intestinal perforation

• Tumor removals for cancerous or benign growths

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Whenever possible, we recommend less invasive techniques to minimize discomfort and accelerate recovery, including:

• Arthroscopy to diagnose and treat joint conditions with precision and minimal trauma

Our minimally invasive options mean your pet can experience less pain, lower risk of complications, and a quicker return to normal activities.

Technology and Techniques That Set Us Apart

At Boston West, we invest in advanced surgical equipment and continuously update our protocols to ensure the safest, most effective care possible. This includes:

• Digital radiography and CT imaging for precise pre-surgical planning

• C-arm Intraoperative imagine obtaining real-time imaging, guiding procedures like fracture reduction

• Intraoperative monitoring to safeguard patient health during anesthesia

• Comprehensive pain management is integrated into every step of surgery and recovery

• Specialist collaboration with emergency, internal medicine, and critical care teams for complex cases

Our surgeons are not only highly skilled but also passionate about ongoing education and innovation. We bring the latest techniques to every procedure while maintaining a strong focus on patient comfort and client communication.

Why Choose our Specialty Surgery Team

Surgery in pets is never “one-size-fits-all.” Complicated cases require advanced knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and surgical technique. Specialty surgeons, like those at Boston West, have completed additional years of training, rigorous certification, and ongoing education to provide the up-most level of care for your pets.

Choosing a specialty surgery team ensures:

• Accurate diagnosis and staging of conditions

• Precise surgical planning and preparation

• Safer procedures with lower complication rates

• Tailored recovery and rehabilitation protocols

• Better long-term outcomes for your pet’s health and quality of life

Compassionate Care Every Step of the Way

We know surgery can be stressful for both you and your pet. That is why we prioritize communication, education, and support from consultation through recovery. We treat every pet as if they were our own, and every family with the respect and guidance they deserve.

When your pet needs expert surgical care, trust Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty to deliver the advanced medicine, compassionate support, and outstanding outcomes you can count on, right here in Natick.