Veterinary Medical Oncology

Compassionate, evidence-based cancer care for dogs and cats

Specialized medical oncology services focused on quality of life and individualized treatment plans.

What is a medical oncologist?

The role of a medical oncologist is to partner with you to achieve an accurate diagnosis, help you understand your pet’s cancer and its expected behavior, perform staging tests to determine how far the disease has progressed, and recommend a treatment plan that reflects your pet’s overall health, your goals, and your pet’s quality of life.

Conditions we treat:

Lymphoma
Mast cell tumors
Osteosarcoma
Hemangiosarcoma
Soft tissue sarcomas
Histiocytic diseases
Multiple myeloma
Transitional cell carcinoma
Melanoma
Neuroendocrine tumors
And much more!

Oncology Services

We provide a variety of oncology services to meet each pet’s unique needs.

Individualized Approach

Thorough diagnostic work-ups, to include chest radiographs, ultrasound imaging, lymph node aspiration, ultrasound-guided sampling within the chest or abdomen, CT scans, and genomic sequencing of tumor samples to aid in an individualized treatment approach

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy (both oral and injectable), and targeted therapy

Immunomodulatory

Immunomodulatory therapies, like the Oncept © melanoma vaccine

Minimally Invasive Treatment

VetIQure© Tumor Specific Electroporation (TSE), a minimally invasive treatment for localized tumors or surgical scars

Symptom Management

Palliative care and quality of life discussions

What to Expect

Most pets are referred to us after your family veterinarian has diagnosed, or has a strong concern for, cancer.

At your appointment, we’ll review your pet’s medical records, talk through their history with you, and perform a thorough physical examination.

We often recommend additional testing to confirm the diagnosis, understand how far the cancer has progressed, and help guide treatment decisions. Many of these tests can be done the same day as your initial visit.

Using all of this information, we’ll discuss treatment options and create a plan that fits your pet’s needs, your goals, and your pet’s quality of life. If appropriate, chemotherapy may begin at the time of the consultation.

We’ll keep your family veterinarian updated every step of the way so your pet’s care stays well coordinated.

Partners with your Veterinarian

Collaborative Care, Seamless Communication

We work in close partnership with general practitioners and collaborating specialists. Patients are welcomed for collaborative management such as outpatient ECHO or for complete case management. Reports will be provided promptly to pet owners and referring veterinarians alike. We are always available for consultation.

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Why Choose Us

Gold-Standard Treatment

• Prioritize the quality of life of your pet over aggressive treatment

• Use evidence-based and gold-standard oncology protocols

• Transparent and compassionate communication and realistic expectations

Advanced Technology

• Customized treatment plans

• Willingness to discuss integrative and holistic approaches to cancer treatment

• Thorough, collaborative care for your pet, all under one roof

Communication & Guidance

• Close communication with your family veterinarian

• Thoughtful guidance when treatment is discontinued or not elected

Helping Pets Heal & Families Feel Hope

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