Evaluating and repairing trauma and treating complex diseases often requires advanced medical equipment and professional expertise that is typically only found in a specialty hospital like ours. The Surgical Department of VESH is headed by Dr. John A. Benson, a board-certified veterinary surgeon specially trained in orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery. Dr. Michele Kudisch joined the VESH Surgical Department in a part-time capacity in February 2019. Depending on your pet's medical concerns, surgery may be the best course of action to keep them healthy. There are a variety of reasons why your pet may need surgery, such as:
Blockages: If your pet swallows something that they shouldn't and develops a blockage, they may require surgery to remove it.
Cancer: While not necessary for all types of cancer, surgery may be beneficial for the removal of some or all of your pet's cancerous tumors.
Injuries: If your pet breaks a bone or has a serious wound, they may require surgery for reconstruction or repair.
Here at Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, we have skilled surgeons, advanced tools and technologies, and fully equipped surgical suites to assist your pet with any surgical needs they may have. Learn more about the most highly-qualified veterinary surgeons in South Deerfield, MA, below.
With 40 years of experience combined, Dr. Benson and Dr. Kudisch have improved the health and quality of life of thousands of pets by:
Evaluating and treating acute and chronic lameness
Evaluating and treating traumatic and sports-related injuries
Performing reconstructive surgery and repair of traumatic wounds
Performing urologic surgery
Performing surgical and laparoscopic biopsies that provide valuable diagnostic information
Working closely with your regular veterinarian, Dr. Benson can provide you with options and help determine the best treatment for your pet. If your pet’s procedure requires overnight hospitalization, our team of ICU doctors and technicians will ensure your pet’s comfort and care throughout the night with their expertise and sophisticated medical equipment. Your pet is never left alone at VESH, any time of day or night.
If you have questions about the surgical services we offer or your pet's upcoming procedure, please call us at 413-665-4931 or use our Contact Us form to send us an email.
Orthopedic Surgery:
Lateral suture
Tibial-plateau-leveling osteotomy (TPLO)
Femoral head osteotomy (FHO)
Patellar luxation
Fracture repair
Mandibulectomy
Maxillectomy
Ununited anconeal process(UAP)
Achilles tendon
Soft-tissue surgery
Arthrodesis
Mass removal
Hernia repair
Airway surgery
Cystotomy
Back/disc surgery
Dystocia
Enterotomy
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Laryngeal tieback
Lung lobectomy
Ear canal ablation
Kidney removal
Parathyroidectomy
Skin grafting
Splenectomy
Subtotal colectomy
Thoracotomy
Nephrectomy