Boston Veterinary Specialists
Boston Veterinary Specialists is a general practice practice in Dedham, MA. Procedures include Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow Disease, Gastrointestinal surgery, Correction of Limb Abnormalities: MPL: Patella Luxation, and Skin reconstruction.
About
Boston Veterinary Specialists is a boutique hospital in Dedham, MA, providing personalized and compassionate pet surgical care. All surgeries are performed by veterinarians board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. The hospital offers specialized expertise in orthopedic, soft tissue & abdominal, arthroscopic, and head & neck surgery.
Serving pet owners in the Boston area, the hospital invites consultations with Dr. Briere regarding surgical needs. During surgical procedures, the team provides 24-hour care, including monitoring of vital signs, diet, intake, and eliminations, along with regular updates to pet owners and their primary care veterinarians.
Surgical team
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William B. Henry
From a very young age, William B. Henry knew he wanted to be a veterinarian.
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Dr. Catherine Briere
Dr. Catherine Briere joined the practice in 2008, after completing two internships and a competitive residency.
Procedures
- Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder and Elbow Disease
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Correction of Limb Abnormalities: MPL: Patella Luxation
- Skin reconstruction
- Head & Neck Surgery
- Knee Surgery: CCL/ACL: Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture
- Hernia Repair
- MPL: Patella Luxation Surgical Care and Management of Hip Dysplasia
- OCD: Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Soft Tissue & Abdominal Surgery
- Femoral Head/Neck Ostectomy (FHO)
- TPLO: Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy
- Juvenile Pubic Symphysiodesis (JPS)
- Wound closure
- Oncologic surgery
- Lateral Suture / Extra Capsular: Lateral Tibio-Fabellar Suture Stabilization
- Arthroscopic Surgery
- Urogenital surgery
- Arthrodesis of carpal and tarsal joints
- Pennhip and OFA screening
- Medial Coronoid Process Disease
- Fracture Repair
- Growth Plate Abnormalities
- TTA: Tibial Tuberosity Advancement
- Mass removal
Photos
Photos via Google · Boston Veterinary Specialists, Dale Mccarthy, April
Frequently asked questions
- What types of surgical specialists perform procedures at Boston Veterinary Specialists?
- At Boston Veterinary Specialists, the only veterinarians performing surgeries and working with clients are surgeons who have been board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. This ensures that pet owners have access to highly experienced surgical specialists.
- What orthopedic surgical procedures are available for pets?
- The clinic offers a range of orthopedic surgical procedures, including knee surgeries such as CCL/ACL (Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture), TTA (Tibial Tuberosity Advancement), TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy), and Lateral Suture. They also provide surgical care and management for hip dysplasia, arthroscopic surgery for shoulder and elbow disease, fracture repair, arthrodesis of carpal and tarsal joints, and correction of limb abnormalities.
- What soft tissue and abdominal surgical services does Boston Veterinary Specialists provide?
- Boston Veterinary Specialists offers soft tissue and abdominal surgery, with a focus on areas such as oncologic surgery, skin reconstruction for masses, wounds, and other conditions, mass removal, wound closure, gastrointestinal surgery, urogenital surgery, and hernia repair. Dr. Briere is noted for her skill and experience in these types of surgeries.
- What kind of care do pets receive during surgical recovery at Boston Veterinary Specialists?
- During any surgical procedure, the team provides 24-hour care, which includes continuous monitoring of vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, as well as diet, intake, and eliminations. Pets receive close monitoring during recovery by veterinarians and nursing staff, with precise administration of pain medications and antibiotics, and caring personal attention to their physical comfort and emotional well-being. Regular updates are also provided to pet owners and their primary care veterinarians.
- Who founded Boston Veterinary Specialists?
- Boston Veterinary Specialists was founded by Dr. Henry, who dedicated part of the Dedham hospital to a surgery referral practice. Dr. William B. Henry had a long career in veterinary medicine, including being one of the first to take the American College of Veterinary Surgeons exam in 1968 and establishing South Shore Veterinary Associates.