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Surgery

Our board-certified team of surgeons offers a wide range of specialized surgeries and techniques to provide peace of mind to pet owners and support to family veterinarians.

Comprehensive Surgical Care for Pets in Metro Vancouver and Across BC

At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital, our board-certified surgeons are on staff and on-call 24/7. They are equipped to handle any surgical or medical issue your pet may be experiencing.

We offer a wide range of diagnostic tests and surgical procedures across multiple specialties, including non-invasive laparoscopy, with dedicated separate soft-tissue, neurologic and orthopedic surgery suites.

From providing you with clear and understandable information, customized and accessible options that work best for you and your pet, to 24-hour aftercare and a comprehensive follow-up recovery plan, our goal is to get your pet back to enjoying what they love – walks on the beach, playing in the park, and cuddles on your lap.

After all, it’s these moments that matter most.

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About these Surgical services offered at Boundary Bay

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Board-Certified Specialists Equipped to Handle Even The Most Complex Cases

Our surgeons are certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), which means they have completed an additional 4-5 years of specialized training, rigorous board exams, and must have published research in peer reviewed journals. Collectively, our surgeons have over 35 years of board-certified experience.

Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital was designed and built to handle even the most complex traumas and surgical emergencies. This includes:

  • In-house imaging like ultrasound, CT scans, MRI scans, and fluoroscopy allows us to quickly and accurately diagnose, plan and perform surgical treatments under one roof.
  • Minimally invasive surgery options like laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, arthroscopy, and fluoroscopic-guided interventional procedures reduce discomfort and recovery time for your pet.
  • Dedicated surgery suites for soft tissue, neurology, orthopedic, dental, and interventional surgeries.
  • In-house laboratory and comprehensive anesthetic equipment.

Comprehensive Aftercare

As pet owners themselves, our staff understand that surgery is a stressful time for both you and your furry family member.

That’s why we provide:

  • 24-hour post-surgery care supported by our experienced, on-site VECCS level 1 emergency and critical care team who can identify and immediately respond to any potential life-threatening complications. This means you don’t have to worry about managing your pet’s post-surgical recovery at home. We provide complete post-operative care including anesthetic recovery, postoperative pain management, fluid and mobility support, and postoperative wound care.
  • Collaborative patient care with input from other specialty services including critical care, cardiology, neurology, oncology, internal medicine, and dentistry.
  • Tailored pain management plans ensure your pet’s specific anesthesia needs are met so they remain comfortable through the procedure and recovery. This includes nerve-blocks, epidurals, multimodal analgesia, and 24-hour narcotic support for the most painful procedures.
  • Comprehensive follow up appointments and radiographs (as needed) are included so that you can work with your pet’s surgeon to monitor progress, fine-tune the recovery plan, and assure that the outcome meets expectations. By including the cost of these visits and radiographs, there is less stress about incurring ongoing costs if your pet’s recovery takes more time than average.
  • In-house rehabilitation services including hydrotherapy, cold-laser and personalized therapeutic exercises help promote healing, improve mobility, and restore strength. The rehabilitation department works directly with your pet’s surgeon to fine-tune treatments to achieve a fast and full recovery.

Surgical Services

Offered at boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital

Orthopedic Surgery

Our orthopedic services address joint, bone, and ligament conditions.

Orthopedic Surgeries

  • Patella luxation repair
    • Patella groove replacement (PGR)
    • Tibial tuberosity transposition
    • Soft tissue imbrication/release
    • Trochleoplasty
    • Corrective osteotomy

Neurologic Surgery

We provide solutions for nervous system disorders of the brain and spine.

Neurologic Surgeries:

  • Diagnostics: Neurologic exams, on-site MRI/CT, and myelograms.
  • Procedures: Spinal decompression, spinal fracture management, and advanced surgical approaches for nerve and spinal issues.

Soft Tissue Surgery

Our general surgery services address conditions involving the head, neck, thoracic, abdominal, and skin structures.

Soft Tissue Surgeries

Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures

  • Arthroscopy, laparoscopy, and thoracoscopy for exploration and biopsies.
  • Procedures such as gastropexy, bladder stone removal, and organ biopsies.
  • Elective procedures in high anesthetic risk patients.

Pre and Post-Surgical Diagnostic Testing

Our veterinary specialty facility is equipped to provide thorough diagnostic testing, including CT scan, digital radiography, laparoscopic biopsy and evaluation, MRI, needle aspiration and cytology, thoracoscopic biopsy and evaluation, tru-cut biopsy and ultrasound.

Meet Our Surgical Team Members

Our board-certified surgeons have completed additional, rigorous training and have performed thousands of the most difficult surgeries with a proven track record of doing it right.
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Dr. Alex Alvarez

Ldo Vet, MS, Dipl. ACVS-SA

Board-certified Surgeon
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Dr. Evan Crawford

DVM, MSc, DVSc, DACVS-SA

Board-certified Surgeon
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Dr. Geoffrey Hutchinson

DVM, MS, DACVS

Board-certified Surgeon
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Dr. Milan Milovancev

DVM, DACVS-SA

Board-certified Surgeon
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Dr. Greta VanDeventer

DVM, DACVS-SA

Board-certified Surgeon
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Dr. Tanya Wright

DVM, DACVS-SA

Board-certified Surgeon
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Choose Boundary Bay for Surgery

We offer specialty veterinary surgical services by board-certified surgeons, serving dog and cat owners throughout B.C. and northern Washington. We invite you to consider the following reasons to entrust your pet to Boundary Bay’s surgery specialists.

Board-certified surgeons

Our board-certified surgeons have completed additional, rigorous training. Our surgeons have performed thousands of the most difficult surgeries and have a proven track record of doing it right.

Fast admission

We strive to get your companion animal admitted to our care with minimal delay. Many patients can have surgery on the same day as the surgery consultation.

Hospital-grade equipment

Hospital-grade equipment and diagnostics; non-invasive techniques; dedicated separate soft-tissue, orthopedic, and neurology operating rooms; access to multi-modal pain control. These factors decrease complications, speed recovery and reduce pain for your pet.

Surrounded by love

Your pet gets dedicated 24/7 care and monitoring from veterinarians and veterinary technicians; the patient’s well-being is assessed, they get their medications, get out of their cage for walks, get fed, and importantly, get lots of hugs.

Follow-ups included

After surgery, routine follow-up examinations and radiographs are included to assure the recovery and outcome are as expected.

7 days a week

Surgery appointments are available seven days per week. Surgeons are on-call for after-hours emergency surgeries.

Patient comes first

We promise to recommend what’s best for your dog or cat. No exceptions.

Customized treatment

Your pet gets a customized treatment plan created by a board-certified specialist that includes the anticipated treatments required to get the expected outcome.

How to Get a Referral to Our Surgical Services

There are two ways to get an appointment for specialty care at our hospital:

  1. From your primary veterinarian
    A referral ensures the proper transfer of medical information. It is beneficial to your pet and the specialty veterinarian to have all relevant medical information and will help your pet receive appropriate care.
  2. Contact us directly
    You are welcome to contact us directly without a referral if you believe your pet would benefit from specialty or behaviour care. However, we believe strongly in working hand-in-hand with your family veterinarian to provide comprehensive care, and if it is possible to provide records or a referral from your family vet, it is helpful. Please contact us at 604-514-8383 or at info@bbvsh.com.

For Pet Owners

A referral from your family veterinarian ensures the proper transfer of medical information. It is beneficial to your pet and the specialty veterinarian to have all relevant medical information and will help your pet receive appropriate care.

You are welcome to contact us directly without a referral if you believe your pet would benefit from specialty or behaviour care. However, we believe strongly in working hand-in-hand with your family veterinarian to provide comprehensive care, and if it is possible to provide records or a referral from your family vet, it is helpful. Please contact us at 604-514-8383 or at info@bbvsh.com.

For Referring Veterinarians & Vet Clinics

Referrals to our Surrey, BC Hospital

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PDFs can be emailed to info@bbvsh.com or faxed to 604-427-2494

Referrals to our hospital in Bellingham, WA

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PDFs can be emailed to bellingham@bbvsh.com or faxed to 1-888-867-6928

Our Code of Conduct

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Respect

We are here to take good care of your pet and we’re committed to establishing trust and mutual respect with our clients, however, please know that abusive language, aggressive behaviour, and lack of respect toward any of our staff members will not be tolerated.

Most Critical First

We prioritize care based on severity, ensuring that the most critically ill patients receive attention first. Upon arrival, your pet will undergo a thorough triage assessment to determine the level of urgency. This process allows us to quickly identify and treat potentially life-threatening conditions.

Pay For Service

Emergency Services aim to diagnose and support your pet during their illness or crisis; however, please recognize that you are paying for the services rendered, not the results achieved. The fees cover time, expertise, and resources dedicated to your pet’s care, regardless of outcome.

If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, come directly to our hospital.

Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment is required.

If you are able, call ahead and let us know you are coming.

Our phone number is (604) 514-8383

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More Reasons to Entrust Your Pet to Us

There are so many reasons to bring your pet to us for specialty services or an emergency. Here are our top seven.

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