Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group (VMSG)

09/22/2023

VMSG is a proud sponsor of CARL's Pooch Parade this Sunday at the Ventura Harbor Village. Stop by our booth and meet our VMSG team. Hope to see you there!

https://poochparade.org/

NEW DATE! Sunday September 24, 2023! The Pooch Parade is Ventura’s biggest dog-themed event of the year, and we’ve been at it for over 20 years! For two decades, Ventura County has come out to walk, eat, drink, shop, and support homeless dogs– join the fun! This year’s theme is SUPERHEROES! ...

09/22/2023

08/22/2023

Teddy presented to our ER on July 26th after being attacked by another dog. He sustained deep lacerations to his back and sides but his most serious injury was to his abdomen. The teeth had unfortunately penetrated into his abdominal cavity and tore a hole in his abdomen allowing his intestines to be exposed. He was stabilized by Dr. Elizabeth Peck and surgery was performed that evening by Dr. Courtney Campbell. His care was assumed the next day by our criticalist, Dr. Trevor Enberg and Teddy spent 8 days in the hospital recovering from his injuries. He is a strong and very gentle dog with a very dedicated and caring family. He developed some pancreatitis and required placement of a feeding tube. Although he gave us all a scare requiring re-hospitalization for 2 days to manage pancreatitis, he seems to be on the mend now with healing of all of his wounds and return of his normal behaviors.

08/15/2023

A caring Oncologist.
A commitment to heal.
Please welcome Dr. Alexandra Z. Ripoll to VMSG!

To learn more about Dr. Ripoll please click on the link: https://www.vmsg.com/site/specialty-veterinarians-ventura/dr-alexandra-z-ripoll-oncology

08/03/2023

Benjamin was rechecked by Dr. Higgins and the Neurology team today. He underwent an MRI procedure last year and sustained a cervical FCE (fibrocartilagenous embolus), sometimes called a “spinal stroke”. He initially was paralyzed, but recovered and is walking well. He now wears a hat to protect his aging eyes from the sun. We think he looks very fashionable!

08/02/2023

Zadie was seen today for a sedated CT scan and radiographs. Her initial complaint was limping but was unsure which leg was hurting her the most. After performing a CT scan, Dr. Ken Bruecker saw that she has small fragments in her elbow which is consistent with an OCD lesion, also known as Osteochondritis dissecans, which is an abnormality in the development of bone from cartilage.
Zadie was such a good girl and we hope she starts to feel better soon!

07/13/2023

Thank you for the Crumbl cookies Babo! Our staff enjoyed the yummy treats from such a sweet boy. Wishing you a speedy recovery 🐾

06/15/2023

All hands on deck at VMSG! Five seizuring cats admitted simultaneously into our ER requires and dedication ❤️

06/01/2023

As you prepare your summer travel plans with your pets, there are a few things to consider when reaching your destination with your furry friend. Car: As you pack the vehicle for your trip, scan for anything your travel buddy can get into. NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), medications,...

05/19/2023

Kokoro came in tow from 4 hours away! There was no way he was missing his surgery with Dr. Ken Bruecker and Dr. Joseph Raleigh yesterday. Happy to report surgery was a success and Kokoro is heading home today. Wishing you a smoother drive home today and a speedy recovery!

05/05/2023

May the Fourth be with you! Today was Star Wars Mania at VMSG.
The Force is strong with this one....Sarah! We appreciate all
you shared with us today. Together we can rule the Galaxy! "Do or do not. There is no try." - Yoda

03/15/2023

Happy 15th Birthday Screwjack! We appreciate you sending us a birthday cake to celebrate this milestone with you. Dr. Joe Raleigh and the VMSG team are thankful you entrusted us with his care.

02/16/2023

Meet Chloe, the cutest pink poodle ever! Our staff loved her and gave her much needed cuddles while being treated by our Neurologist, Dr. Mike Higgins.

02/14/2023

Spreading the love at VMSG today. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

02/09/2023

Today we celebrate !!! Any way you slice it, the team at VMSG rocks!

02/01/2023

Luca presented to the VMSG surgery service for a front leg lameness, and Dr. Ken Bruecker ordered a CT scan. CT can pick up very small abnormalities better than x-ray, and the images can then be rendered into 3-D images to aid diagnostic and treatment efforts. Our surgery technicians, Emily & Sarah assisted with the procedure and Luca was an excellent patient!

01/26/2023

Our Criticalist, Dr. Trevor Enberg, hosts "Trevor Talks" with our staff. Today was part 4 of a 5 part series on transfusion medicine. He also talked about TeamSTEPPS approach to communication in the hospital setting with emphasis on encouraging the staff to develop their closed loop communication skills. VMSG is committed to the growth and development of our technicians.

01/13/2023

Lung lobe torsion is an acute, life threatening condition where the lung twists on itself. It results in a profound inflammatory reaction and alterations in the ability to receive oxygen. Last week, thanks to the astute diagnostic skills of Dr. Elizabeth Peck, we were able to help Rusty in a timely manner. Emergency lung removal was performed by our talented board-certified veterinary surgeon, Dr. Joseph Raleigh and brilliant postoperative care was provided by our board-certified veterinary critical care specialist, Dr. Trevor Enberg. Rusty is now back at home and on the road to recovery. We couldn't be more thrilled to see him thriving again!

A special thank you to the amazing veterinary team that made it all possible! "

12/23/2022

We do have some fun at VMSG! This is our team celebrating the holidays at our annual Cookie Exchange and Secret Santa party! All of us here at VMSG wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas this holiday season.

12/20/2022

Oh, by gosh by golly, it’s time for mistletoe and holly…. except when your pets are involved. Christmas is a time of not only holiday cheer but also holiday plants. If you bring these plants into your home, be wary of keeping them in your pet’s reach: Holly (Ilex): The holly plant contains sap...

12/16/2022

Meet Lilo in her Minnie Mouse house! She came to visit our Cardiologist, Dr. Russell, for an evaluation of an asymptomatic heart murmur. She got the green light for her upcoming dental care. Some patients just make you stop in your tracks and smile :)

12/06/2022

Dr. Joseph Raleigh, one of VMSG's surgical specialists, was the invited lecturer at the prestigious Victus Group in Las Vegas last week. Dr. Raleigh is committed to continuing education for himself and others. We are so fortunate to have Dr. Raleigh's world-class expertise and passion working to improve the lives of our patients right here in Ventura!

11/29/2022

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11/24/2022

Our Emergency Department is open today. Call us or come right in. We are here to support you. We are thankful to be able to serve our community.

11/21/2022

Thanksgiving is almost here! While we know its tempting to share your delicious dinner, here are some thing to keep OFF the menu for your pets. And don't worry- we will be open on Thanksgiving just in case you need us. (But we hope you don't!)

Turkey? Gravy? Bread? Green bean casserole? Here's a breakdown of which Thanksgiving foods are safe for dogs to eat, and which ones aren't.

11/17/2022

November is National Senior Pet Month. Here is some great info on the myth of "dog years." Enjoy, and don't forget to snuggle those special senior cats and dogs extra this month.

It is National Senior Pet Month! It was once thought that every year in a dog's life is equal to 7 human years. This is a myth explained by the AVMA: http://ow.ly/TYff50Lr5hS.

11/14/2022

BLANKETS AND TOWELS NEEDED- we make sure each patient is snuggled up nice and comfy but we are running low on bedding 🫤 If you have a few extras to donate we would really appreciate them... Thank you on behalf of our sweet furry guests ❤️🐈❤️🐩❤️

11/11/2022

VMSG salutes Dan, Kevin, and Rebecca! Thank you for your brave service. We are all in your debt.

"Never was so much owed by so many to so few." - W. Churchill

11/11/2022

Home of the Free, because of the Brave...

11/01/2022

Welcome Dr. Enberg - Critical Care Specialist

Learn more about Dr Enberg - https://www.vmsg.com/site/specialty-veterinarians-ventura/dr-trevor-enberg-critical-care

10/28/2022

Show us your Halloween Pets and make them famous! Add a photo of your pet in costume to this post - cute 🧚‍♀️ or spooky 🧟 we love them all! The picture with the most likes by Halloween will be VMSG's profile picture on Halloween night! 😍🎃🤩

10/27/2022

What a lucky kitty to get not one but TWO amazing surgeons to repair her diaphragmatic hernia! Its hard to breathe when when your organs and intestines are up in the chest cavity where only lungs should be. 😿 But Thanks to Drs Simpson and Raleigh this little kitty has a new lease on life. 😻

10/26/2022

Learn about common Halloween dangers to pets. Dangers include chocolate, candy, raisins and glow sticks. Candy wrappers are also dangerous to dogs and cats.

10/22/2022

THANK YOU TECHS! One week isn't enough to celebrate all you do.
Thanks for giving 100% 24/7/365. We are lucky to have you all ❤️💪🤗