Animal Cancer and Referral Center
Animal Cancer and Referral Center is a general practice practice in The Woodlands, TX, staffed by 3 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Pre chemotherapy heart evaluation, Blood tests, Measuring of masses, lesions, and Pain management and prevention.
About
The Animal Cancer & Referral Center in The Woodlands, TX, is a specialty referral hospital dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in dogs and cats. It offers advanced diagnostic tools such as a 128-slice CT scanner, digital radiography, and ultrasound, alongside comprehensive oncology services including medical oncology and surgical oncology.
This center serves the Greater Houston area and The Woodlands, providing expert care for pets facing a cancer diagnosis. The team collaborates with pet owners and referring veterinarians to offer personalized treatment plans, focusing on maintaining the pet's quality of life.
Surgical team
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Melissa Parsons-Doherty
DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Dr. Parsons-Doherty has been a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) since 2013.
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Carlos H de M Souza
DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVIM (Oncology), Diplomate ACVS; ACVS Fellow of Surgical Oncology
Dr. Carlos graduated in Veterinary Medicine from Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro in 1987.
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Christopher Robinson
DVM, DACVIM (Medical Oncology)
Dr. Christopher Robinson received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Georgia in 2018.
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Katie Kaiser
DVM, MS, DACVIM (Medical Oncology)
Dr. Katie Kaiser (Stroda) completed her undergraduate studies and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Louisiana State University.
Procedures
- Pre chemotherapy heart evaluation
- Blood tests
- Measuring of masses, lesions
- Pain management and prevention
- Tissue biopsy – tru cut, wedge, punch
- Electrochemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy – injectable or oral
- Internal Medicine
- Supportive care
- Lab testing for lymphoma, leukemia, mast cell tumor, melanoma, bladder and prostate tumors
- Body mapping
- Surgery for mass removal, excisional biopsy, amputation
- Veterinary Surgical Oncology
- Veterinary Medical Oncology
- Immunotherapy for melanoma and osteosarcoma
- Metronomic chemotherapy
- I-131 implementation
- Bone marrow aspirates
- Urinalysis
- Surgery
- Cryotherapy
- Palliative care
- Fine needle aspirates of masses and associated lymph nodes
Equipment
- Ultrasounds
- Eclipse planning software
- Ultrasound
- Radiographs
- Digital radiography
- Advanced imaging – CT scan
- Trilogy stereotactic linear accelerator
- 128 Slice CT Scanner
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Frequently asked questions
- What advanced diagnostic tools are available at the Animal Cancer & Referral Center in The Woodlands?
- The Animal Cancer & Referral Center in The Woodlands offers advanced diagnostic tools including ultrasounds, digital radiography, and a 128 Slice CT Scanner to detect cancerous growths and determine the stage of the disease.
- What types of oncology services are provided at the Animal Cancer & Referral Center?
- The Animal Cancer & Referral Center provides veterinary medical oncology and veterinary surgical oncology services. They also offer a range of treatment options including chemotherapy, immunotherapy for melanoma and osteosarcoma, metronomic chemotherapy, pain management, palliative care, and supportive care.
- Who founded the Animal Cancer & Referral Center and when?
- The Animal Cancer & Referral Center (ACRC) was founded in 2018 by Melissa Parsons-Doherty, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), with the aim of providing advanced, compassionate, cancer-focused specialty care for pets.
- What is the benefit of choosing a surgical oncologist over a soft tissue surgeon for cancer cases?
- A veterinary surgical oncologist specializes in the surgical management of cancer, possessing a deep understanding of tumor biology, cancer behavior, and metastasis patterns. They are trained to make precise decisions about tissue removal to minimize recurrence while preserving healthy tissue, and they collaborate with other specialists for a comprehensive, multimodal treatment approach.
- Does the Animal Cancer & Referral Center participate in clinical trials or research?
- Yes, the Animal Cancer & Referral Center offers opportunities to participate in novel therapies and cutting-edge cancer treatments through clinical trials and research.