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11/06/2025

Monitoring patients in real time!

Telemetry is a powerful technology that allows our veterinary team to remotely monitor a patient’s vital signs, like heart rate, respiration, and temperature, all in real time. 💙

Using wireless sensors, clinicians can track a patient’s condition during exams, surgery, or recovery without constant handling. This not only reduces stress for the animal but also provides more accurate, continuous data to guide care.

Here’s how telemetry helps in the hospital:
Real-time monitoring: Data is wirelessly transmitted to a central station for immediate review.
Improved comfort & convenience: Fewer cables and less handling make the process safer and more comfortable for patients.
Critical care applications: Used to diagnose cardiac abnormalities, monitor heart rhythms during and after surgery, and provide advanced monitoring in the ICU.

Small devices, big impact, helping our team deliver exceptional care around the clock. Pictured here is Aurora, one of our recent emergency patients who came in after possibly ingesting something she shouldn’t have. Thanks to telemetry, our team was able to monitor her vital signs remotely in real time, ensuring she received the best care possible.

11/04/2025

Grief. Loss. Heartbreak.

Three of the hardest emotions to navigate — but you don’t have to face them alone.

At Bay State Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Services and Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, we host a Pet Loss Support Group — a safe, understanding space to talk about your grief and honor the love you shared.

November Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, November 11th
Tuesday, November 25th
4:30 – 5:45 PM
Virtual via Zoom

Please join us — we heal best in community, together. 💙

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from all of us at Bay State Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Services!

We hope your day is filled with ghosts, goblins, and ghouls — and maybe a few treats, too! 👻🍬🎃

If your pet gets into Halloween candy or experiences an emergency, our team is here 24/7 to help.

10/28/2025

Under the microscope!

In veterinary medicine, microscopes play a huge role in diagnosing and treating pets. From identifying parasites to detecting abnormal cells, these tools help doctors see what the naked eye can’t, leading to faster, more accurate care.

Here are some common ways microscopes are used in our hospitals:
Parasite identification: Detecting eggs from internal parasites in f***l samples.
Skin & ear exams: Spotting mites, bacteria, or yeast in skin and ear scrapings.
Urinalysis: Identifying crystals, cells, or bacteria that may signal a urinary tract infection.
Cytology & histopathology: Examining cells and tissues to diagnose infections, inflammation, or even cancer.
Blood work: Evaluating blood cells to help diagnose anemia and other disorders.

A small tool with a big impact in veterinary medicine!

10/21/2025

Meet Tomi, the Cane Corso! Three-year-old Tomi recently donated blood through our Blood Bank Program, and in our eyes she’s a true hero! Just like in human hospitals, we rely on blood donations to help save the lives of pets in critical need. Thank you, Tomi, for your generous whole blood donation and for helping give other pets a second chance. 💙

Our incredible blood donors make a difference for patients facing:
🩸 Severe trauma or blood loss
🩸 Internal bleeding from a ruptured spleen or liver
🩸 Cancer or immune-mediated diseases
🩸 Bleeding disorders, liver failure, and more

Because emergencies are unpredictable, having a ready supply of blood products is vital.

Learn more about our Blood Bank Program, shared with our sister hospital Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, and how your pet can become a lifesaving donor: osvs.net/blood-bank/

10/15/2025

We are celebrating Zelda!

Zelda has had quite a medical journey over her 10 years. She’s battled meningitis, diabetes insipidus, and even had one of her hind legs amputated before she turned one. She’s had many emergency stays and specialist visits along the way—but through it all, she’s always loved going to the vet and has handled every treatment like a champ.

Her latest challenge began with loud breathing and snorting. When a CT scan was performed, it revealed a large nasal tumor that was making it difficult for her to breathe. Adenocarcinoma was added to her long list of diagnoses. After hearing wonderful things from other veterinarians and clients, Zelda’s family chose to bring her to see our Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Ware, DVM, ACVR-RO at Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services. Together, they decided on a middle-of-the-road treatment plan of three radiation sessions, spaced every other day. Throughout her care, Zelda was lovingly looked after by Dr. Ware, Courtney, and the BSVESS team, who made every visit a positive experience. True to her resilient spirit, Zelda bounced back quickly from radiation and continued to brighten everyone’s day with her sass and charm.

At her follow-up CT scan five months later, the results brought wonderful news—the tumor had shrunk all the way down! While her face may be a little whiter now, Zelda is feeling better than ever, back to bossing everyone around and making her opinions known. Her family is deeply grateful for the excellent care she received and the extra time they’ll get with their beloved girl.

10/13/2025

Happy Veterinary Technician Week! 🐾

This week, we’re proud to celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week, dedicated to recognizing the incredible work that veterinary technicians do in animal healthcare.

At Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services and Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, we recognize that our veterinary technicians, technician assistants, and housekeepers are essential to the day-to-day function of our hospitals. Each plays a vital role in preserving animal health and welfare, as well as in maintaining a safe, clean, and compassionate environment for our patients, clients, and team.

While we value our veterinary technicians every day of the year, this week provides a special opportunity to highlight their skill, dedication, and compassion. Thank you for all you do to deliver high-quality veterinary care to every patient who walks through our doors. 💙

10/10/2025

You may recognize a few familiar faces! Pictured here are some of our emergency clinicians, veterinary technicians, and technician assistants — the compassionate team who triage and care for every pet upon arrival. Our emergency team treats pets in critical condition immediately. Those assessed as stable are seen by our doctors in the order they arrive. While this can sometimes mean a wait, please know we do everything we can to minimize wait times and keep you informed along the way.

There are many faces here to help you. With compassion and a commitment to excellence, we proudly support the special bond between pets and their people throughout Southern New England.

Our emergency service is available 24/7 when you need us most.

📞 If your pet is experiencing an emergency, call us at (508) 379-1233

10/08/2025

Lincoln recently underwent Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery performed by Dr. M. Faulkner Besancon, DVM, DACVS, on his left hind leg.

Back in 2024, Dr. Besancon performed a TPLO on Lincoln’s right hind leg to treat a partially ruptured cranial cruciate ligament. The surgery was a success, and with his family’s support and dedicated post-operative care, Lincoln made a smooth recovery.

So when it came time for his left TPLO surgery, Lincoln was a seasoned pro—and a perfect angel during his hospital stay. 💙

He’s now home recovering comfortably with his family. Pictured here is Lincoln with one of our technicians, Julie, who played an important role in his post-operative care. Julie formed a special bond with Lincoln and helped make him feel right at home during his stay.

Wishing Lincoln continued healing and many happy, pain-free adventures ahead!

10/06/2025

Meet our Medical Oncology team!

Dr. Koterbay, BVMS, VS, DACVIM, and our outstanding technicians, Chelsea, Jada, CVT, and Ashley, CVT, are here to support your pet through every step of their oncology journey. Known for their welcoming, compassionate, and knowledgeable approach, Dr. Koterbay and her team ensure your pet receives the best care possible.

Our Medical Oncology services include:
🔹 Comprehensive Evaluation and Staging: Thorough assessment of all neoplastic diseases.
🔹 Advanced Therapies: Administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, including the canine melanoma vaccine.
🔹 Personalized Care: Customized medicine and treatment plans tailored to each individual patient.

We’re so excited to have this amazing team on board to provide specialized care and support for pets in need!

10/03/2025

Dr. Lori Agulian, DVM, DACVS, recently performed our first laparoscopic surgery here at Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services! Dr. Agulian joined our team last year, bringing a special interest in laparoscopic procedures. She is excited to be able to provide this for our hospital. Her patient, Lilo, a 10.5-month-old Golden Doodle, underwent a successful laparoscopic ovariectomy and gastropexy.

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that allows surgeons to operate through small incisions using a camera and specialized instruments. This advanced technique provides many benefits compared to traditional open surgery, including:
✔️ Smaller incisions
✔️ Less pain and discomfort
✔️ Reduced blood loss
✔️ Shorter hospital stays
✔️ Faster recovery times

We’re thrilled to bring this level of advanced veterinary technology to southern New England, offering pets and their families more options for safe, effective surgical care.

10/02/2025

Frankie’s Friends’ Paw It Forward Fund Helps Save Lives

Frankie's Friends Paw It Forward Foundation helped Ellie receive an amputation to remove a mast cell tumor at Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services. This is a note from her family!

How Does the Paw It Forward Fund Work?
The fund is designed to help families who demonstrate financial need and have pets in need of critical care. Although the fund only provides care after the initial diagnostics have been paid for, it’s a lifeline for pets requiring life-saving emergency or specialty care.

Be a Hero. Help Save a Life.
Your donation can make all the difference in keeping pets alive, healthy, and with their loving families. Together, we can bridge the gap between what’s medically possible and what’s financially possible for pets in need.

💙 Donate Today!
Click the link: https://frankiesfriends.kindful.com/?campaign=1290932 or scan the QR code to help save pets like Ellie and support families during their most challenging moments.

Thank you for your generosity and for being a hero to pets in need!

Address

463 Swansea Mall Drive
Swansea, MA
02777

Telephone

(508) 379-1233

Website

https://bsvess.com/

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