Welcome to Veterinary

Surgery of Vermont!

Veterinary Surgery of Vermont, or VSV, is a locally owned specialty surgery practice committed to providing advanced surgical care with a personal touch. Our experienced, board-certified veterinary surgeon works closely with your primary care veterinarian to offer expert solutions for complex orthopedic and soft tissue problems using both traditional open surgery as well as minimally invasive surgery. As a locally rooted team, we take pride in delivering personalized care tailored to each pet and their family—because we believe every patient deserves not just exceptional medical treatment, but genuine compassion. With state-of-the-art technology and a deep commitment to your pet’s health and recovery, we’re here for you every step of the way.

What is a Veterinary Surgeon?

A veterinary surgeon is a licensed veterinarian who specializes in performing surgery on animals. While all veterinarians receive some surgical training in veterinary school, a veterinary surgeon typically undergoes 4 to 5 years of additional specialized surgical training after veterinary school. After this rigorous training veterinary surgeons must then pass a board certifying examination. Surgeons must then maintain their certification through performing research, lecturing, or through continuing education.

Board certified veterinary surgeons can be identified by the phrase “Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Small Animal), oftentimes shortened to DACVS-SA” following their name.

Only board certified surgeons may use this designation.

For more information on the American College of Veterinary Surgeons feel free to visit their website at: www.acvs.org

Why Choose VSV?

Only locally owned veterinary surgery center in Vermont

·      All money spent here remains local

·      100% veterinarian owned- you can rest assured that all recommendations made are medically based and in your pet’s best interest

 

Your pet’s case is overseen by a board-certified veterinary surgeon from beginning to end

·      Board-certification ensures surgical competency and experience

·      After hours post surgical monitoring and care so your pet is never left alone

 

Advanced anesthetic techniques and monitoring

·      All sedation and anesthesia is provided by a veterinary technician highly trained and experienced in sedation and anesthesia

·      Anesthesia protocols are catered for each individual patient

·      Common use of local and regional anesthesia techniques to reduce general anesthetic requirements

 

Facilities and protocols designed for infection prevention

·      Dedicated sterile area including instrument processing, surgery prep, and operating rooms

·      Dedicated OR’s adherent to strict sterility guidelines

·      Operating suites were designed with high standards of sterility

 

Advanced equipment for the best outcomes

·      Surgical equipment used is human medical grade

·      Advanced imaging equipment including digital radiography as well as fluoroscopy which is used to provide intra-operative surgical guidance