What specialties does Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England offer?

Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England (AVSC) specializes in providing compassionate, innovative neurology, oncology, and orthopedic care. They offer immediate access to advanced diagnostics and treatments in these fields, supported by board-certified veterinary specialists.

What advanced diagnostic imaging is available at AVSC?

AVSC provides immediate access to specialized diagnostic testing and imaging, including MRI, CT scans, digital radiography, and ultrasound. They also offer bloodwork, biopsies, and electrodiagnostics, with these advanced technologies available under one roof for fast, accurate diagnoses.

Does Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England offer urgent care services?

Yes, AVSC offers urgent care for non-emergency illness, injuries, and acute symptoms. Urgent care is available on Thursdays and Fridays from 2 PM to 10 PM, and on Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM. No referral is needed for urgent care.

What types of neurosurgery does AVSC perform?

AVSC's neurologists perform a range of neurosurgeries including dorsal and hemilaminectomies, ventral slot procedures, intervertebral disk fenestration, spinal stabilization, and exploration of peripheral nerves and nerve roots. They also conduct intracranial neurosurgical procedures such as craniotomies and ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement.

Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England

Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England is a general practice practice in Walpole, MA. Procedures include Exploration of the peripheral nerves and nerve roots, Oncology, Nerve and muscle biopsy, and BAER hearing test.

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About

Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England (AVSC) provides specialty veterinary care in neurology, oncology, and orthopedic care. The center offers immediate access to advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, digital radiography, bloodwork, and electrodiagnostics. Specialized treatments include orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, and comprehensive rehabilitation services such as LASER, underwater treadmill, manual therapies, and hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

AVSC operates as a multi-specialty referral practice, collaborating closely with referring veterinarians and clients. The clinic serves pet patients across Massachusetts and New England, offering urgent care services on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays for non-emergency illnesses and injuries.

Surgical team

Dr. Stephanie Kube

Founded and led by Dr. Stephanie Kube, AVSC (formerly known as Veterinary Neurology & Pain Management Center of New England) has been a leader in veterinary specialty care since 2014.

Procedures

Exploration of the peripheral nerves and nerve roots
Oncology
Nerve and muscle biopsy
BAER hearing test
Manual therapies
Electrodiagnostics (Nerve & Muscle Testing)
Nerve conduction studies
Neurology
Spinal stabilization
Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA)
Intracranial neurosurgical procedures
Ventral slot procedures
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment
Radiation Oncology
Spinal Tap & Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Orthopedic surgery
Craniotomies
Brain surgery
Urgent Care
Ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement
Physical Rehabilitation
Neurosurgery
Hearing Tests (BAER)
Biopsy
Intervertebral disk fenestration
Dorsal and hemilaminectomies
Rehabilitation services
Electromyography (EMG)
Medical Oncology
Orthopedic care
Spinal cord surgery

Equipment

Electrodiagnostics
Digital radiography
MRI
Radiology (X-rays)
Underwater treadmill
Ultrasound
CT
LASER

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Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England

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Frequently asked questions

What specialties does Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England offer?: Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England (AVSC) specializes in providing compassionate, innovative neurology, oncology, and orthopedic care. They offer immediate access to advanced diagnostics and treatments in these fields, supported by board-certified veterinary specialists.
What advanced diagnostic imaging is available at AVSC?: AVSC provides immediate access to specialized diagnostic testing and imaging, including MRI, CT scans, digital radiography, and ultrasound. They also offer bloodwork, biopsies, and electrodiagnostics, with these advanced technologies available under one roof for fast, accurate diagnoses.
Does Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center of New England offer urgent care services?: Yes, AVSC offers urgent care for non-emergency illness, injuries, and acute symptoms. Urgent care is available on Thursdays and Fridays from 2 PM to 10 PM, and on Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM. No referral is needed for urgent care.
What types of neurosurgery does AVSC perform?: AVSC's neurologists perform a range of neurosurgeries including dorsal and hemilaminectomies, ventral slot procedures, intervertebral disk fenestration, spinal stabilization, and exploration of peripheral nerves and nerve roots. They also conduct intracranial neurosurgical procedures such as craniotomies and ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement.
What rehabilitation services are available at AVSC?: AVSC offers a full approach to treatments with on-premises rehabilitation services. These include LASER therapy, an underwater treadmill, manual therapies, and hyperbaric oxygen treatment. These customized rehab programs aim to restore mobility and improve the quality of life for pets.

Contact & hours

Address

2250A Providence Hwy
Walpole

Phone

(508) 921-1018

Website

avscvets.com

4.5 · 191 Google reviews

Recent reviews

7 months ago

amy shea

I could not more highly recommend Dr Jacovino and his wonderful team (Haley and Simone) for their care of my cat Zoe. Zoe had a fast growing bladder tumor that we fought to stay ahead of before it blocked her kidneys. The outcome was uncertain at times but Dr Jacovino stayed positive and always encouraging. We amended her radiation treatments to include hours on an IV to get her kidneys in the best state possible. He fit us into his busy schedule to double up on radiation treatment one week so we could give her the best chance possible. Zoe is now two weeks past the radiation treatments and is doing great at home. The waiting room at AVSC becomes a family. You to get know all the pet parents and their beloved pets who are going through the same circumstances as you are. We shared our journey with Zoe with several families who were just starting out, and it made us feel great that we could somewhat put their minds at ease. I feel so fortunate that we lived close enough to bring Zoe here and to be able to meet such a wonderful Dr and person.
4 months ago

Nelly Ogilvie

Over the years I have owned many animals. I've also spent much time rescuing wildlife. I have visited dozens of veterinary offices, clinics, hospitals and wildlife centers during this time. I have never been so impressed by the consistency of care. From the front desk to the Doctor and everyone in between, the attentive staff and genuine vibe is what makes this business superior to every other. I am so grateful to have this kind of support so close to home. I never felt that I was being rushed. It was actually quite the opposite. The receptionist had spent so much time with me during my initial call I had no interest in exploring any other options. He was phenomenal and the best representation of what to expect with the rest of the staff.
2 months ago

Cynthia Pyc

Our cat BJ was diagnosed with lymphoma after having a tumor removed at Westbridge. Our initial impressions of AVS were really positive and we opted for chemo after getting a full explanation of our options. The vet and staff were very kind and the tech even got back to us on a weekend when our baby was having issues with nausea post-chemo treatment. However, we came in for what ended up being our last chemo treatment and we agreed to hold off as he wasn’t doing well. An hour after returning home our cat had a seizure and I called AVS. The fellow at the front desk talked to our vet who apparently just told him to pass on a message to go to emergency. We never heard a peep from them again. No follow up even though we had subsequent appointments. No call to see what happened. We did receive a condolence card after more than two weeks passed. I was very disappointed that a cancer clinic that treated our cat multiple times did not follow up after we lost him. Grieving a beloved pet after make the choice to euthanize is incredibly hard but I personally would have been helped by someone who better understands cancer progression in animals. There is a tremendous amount of guilt one has about perhaps making the wrong choice to undertake chemo; did you hasten their demise or cause them unnecessary pain? On the other hand I can’t say enough great things about Westbridge. Their vets are so caring and they really helped us start to move forward to a place where we aren’t beating ourselves up for putting him through chemotherapy.

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3 months ago

Brittany U

Convenient that you can text when you have concerns. My experience might be impacted by the bad diagnosis that we received that the vets can’t really do anything for (neurology) but I feel like from the beginning we did not get much of a description or any idea what to expect or things we could do. I had to google everything. We got a blood test for DM and it came back positive for both genes and they recommended an MRI. Initially my husband and I were not going to get the MRI but then after talking to the vet a few times they gave us a little hope it could be something else so we did it. Looking back I wish we didn’t do it. I feel like as a specialist based on the blood results and my dogs symptoms the vet should have been able to tell what it was.
6 months ago

Trish Simonson

My 9 year old yellow lab was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor on his thyroid I brought him to Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center for a surgical consultation with Dr. Cara Blake. The entire staff was wonderful. I felt my anxiety level decrease immediately. Dr. Blake explained everything and patiently answered my questions. The surgery went smoothly and my dog recovered nicely. Amanda and Katie were very responsive to questions I had post op and as a result, Wilson is doing great!! He’s like a different dog!! He’s relaxed and his energy level is much better. I can’t say enough about the care he received and the results he is expecting!! I highly recommend AVSC!! Thank you for giving Wilson a good quality of life!!

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