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About Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists

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Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists, formerly Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Surgery (CVRS), was founded in Annapolis in 1992 as a component of the Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC).

The medical staff of Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is composed of nine staff surgeons, three surgical residents, surgical interns, Registered Veterinary Technicians, technician assistants, and ICU technicians. All of our staff surgeons are boarded or board-eligible by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is associated with emergency care facilities that have 24 hour doctor care in our intensive care units at all of our locations:  AAVEC in Annapolis and Pet+E.R. in Hunt Valley.  Our two locations have doctors on premises 24 hours a day to ensure that all of our patients receive the highest quality care.

If you would like to learn more about our practice, see our surgical informational brochure or our pet rehabilitation brochure.

Collaboration with Referral Specialists

Our direct access to a multitude of other veterinary specialists in all three of our locations means that we are able to offer cross-specialty care for the most complex cases. Our practice is co-located within the Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center, a coalition of board-certified veterinary specialists in the disciplines of emergency medicine and critical care, surgery, canine rehabilitation, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, eye care, neurology and advanced imaging.

We regularly collaborate with:

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Maureen J.
4 days ago
Response from the owner:We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Michelle H.
1 week ago
Response from the owner:We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Ethel B.
2 weeks ago
Told everything upfront about the surgery for my Cody(dog).How much it would cost what to expect how to take care of him after surgery. No surprises, very caring for Cody even carrying him out to the car after surgery.Can not say enough about how wonderful they are.
Response from the owner:Ethel, we appreciate your kind words! We’re so glad you felt informed and supported throughout Cody’s surgery and recovery. Our team takes pride in providing compassionate care and making sure both pets and their families feel comfortable every step of the way. We appreciate your trust in us and wish Cody a smooth and speedy recovery!
Sarah W.
2 weeks ago
We spent 2 months with CVSS as my dog recovered from complicated bite injuries. We received such lovely care from everyone; to name just two of many: Dr. Boszko was a terrific communicator and gained Xander’s trust, and Tiffany brought us great joy with her bandage creations. I hope he won’t need it, but I would not hesitate to bring Xander to this practice again!
Response from the owner:We’re so glad we could be part of your pet’s recovery and support you both through such a long and challenging journey. Two months of care is a significant commitment, and it means so much to hear that our team made the experience feel a little brighter with compassionate care, clear communication, and plenty of kindness. We’re especially happy that your pet grew comfortable with our team and that the bandage creations brought some joy along the way! We’re wishing your beloved companion continued good health and hoping you won’t need us again, but we’d be honored to care for them anytime.
Courtney G.
2 weeks ago
I took my French bull dog in for the BOAS surgery and the staff was so friendly and responsive to every concern and dr. Burgess was so thorough and explained everything so well.
Response from the owner:We’re so glad you and your pup had such a positive experience with our team. We understand that surgery can be stressful, so it means a lot to hear that our staff was responsive to your concerns and that you felt well informed throughout the process. We’re especially happy that the doctor took the time to explain everything thoroughly and help you feel confident in your pet’s care. We truly appreciate your trust in our team.
Diana S.
2 weeks ago
Response from the owner:We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Claudine N.
2 weeks ago
Can’t say enough great things about this place! They diagnosed and treated my 7 year old lab/pit mix like he was one of their own pets. They were efficient, nurturing and patient with my one million questions and continued to keep me informed throughout his surgery. I honestly was amazed by the professionalism and quality of service of this place. This was one of the toughest times for us and they did everything they could do care for our baby and give us peace of mind! Highly recommend
Response from the owner:It means so much to know that our team could provide both exceptional care and reassurance during such a difficult time. We’re glad our staff took the time to answer your questions, keep you informed throughout the surgery, and treat your pet with the same compassion they would show their own. Providing skilled, nurturing, and attentive care is at the heart of what we do, and we truly appreciate your trust and heartfelt recommendation.
Inez G.
3 weeks ago
Friendly service, detailed explanations, great care for my cat.
Response from the owner:We’re glad to hear that you and your cat received such thoughtful care. Clear communication and making sure you feel informed are important to us, so it’s wonderful to know our team provided detailed explanations while treating your cat with kindness. We truly appreciate your kind words and trust!
Susan K.
3 weeks ago
Amy
4 weeks ago
Absolutely loved the service we've had there. Front desk staff was helpful during our initial booking, and then our consult visit was made much better by the technician, Alex. It's almost always a stressful time dealing with costly procedures (and procedures in the first place!) and worrying about your pet, but they've made it as easy and stress-free as possible. Definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:We’re so glad to hear that our team helped make an understandably stressful experience feel a little easier. When your pet needs a procedure, there can be so much worry and uncertainty, and we truly believe compassionate communication and support can make all the difference. It’s wonderful to know you felt cared for from the initial booking through your consultation, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We’re incredibly grateful for your trust and recommendation!
Terri G.
4 weeks ago
Our Great Dane needed TECA surgery. Very satisfied with good communication throughout his hospital stay. I Definitely recommend them.
Response from the owner:We’re glad to hear your pet received attentive care and that communication throughout the hospital stay helped you feel informed and reassured. We know surgery can be stressful for both pets and their families, so keeping you updated every step of the way is important to us. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.
Kristin B.
4 weeks ago
My dog had surgery to remove his spleen due to having a mass on it
Response from the owner:We’re glad we could be there to provide your dog with the surgical care he needed. We know facing surgery for a splenic mass can be a stressful experience, and our team strives to provide compassionate care while keeping families informed throughout the process. We truly appreciate your trust in us during such an important time.
Christopher S.
1 month ago
Response from the owner:We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Dawn T.
1 month ago
Our dog had her first FHO here and we thought we couldn't be more impressed, but we were wrong! When our dog broke her other hip, we were at CVSS the next afternoon. All her X-Rays and reports from the night before we're ready, we met with her surgeon Dr. Jae, Cardiology was consulted, and she was cleared for surgery the next day. PT is also awesome, our dog had less than a centimeter difference between her surgical and normal leg! Shout out to Alex who has epitomized kindness to every member of our family throughout both surgeries. Thank you!
Response from the owner:We’re honored to have been part of your dog’s care through both surgeries and are so glad the process felt coordinated, thorough, and compassionate from start to finish. It’s wonderful to hear that the surgical, cardiology, and rehabilitation teams worked together to support her recovery, and we especially appreciate your kind words about the compassion shown to your whole family. We’re cheering on her continued progress and are grateful for the trust you’ve placed in our team.
Bonnie S.
1 month ago
First class and they treat your pet with care! My Boston had surgery for a broken femur. The surgery and after care appointments have been amazing along with the staff!
Response from the owner:We’re thrilled to hear that your pet received such wonderful care during surgery and throughout the follow-up appointments. We know how difficult it can be when a pet experiences a serious injury, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know our team helped make the recovery process a positive one. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish your pup continued healing and happiness!
Emily K.
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for your generous review! We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon!
Dikesha R.
1 month ago
Great place, caring team, overall great experience during a stressful time.
Response from the owner:We’re glad our team could provide compassionate care and help make a stressful situation a little easier. It means a lot to know you felt supported throughout your experience, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our team.
John M.
1 month ago
They took good care of my 8 year old Golden Retriever. We are in the recovery process now. It’s a very busy place.
Response from the owner:We’re glad to hear your dog received attentive care and is now on the road to recovery. We know how stressful it can be when a beloved pet needs emergency care, and we’re grateful we could be there to help. Wishing your companion continued healing and a smooth recovery.
Bzz B.
1 month ago
Response from the owner:We’re happy to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate you allowing us to care for your pet. Thank you for the great feedback!
Bridget C.
1 month ago
The staff and the doctor were great!!
Response from the owner:We’re so glad our team made such a great impression! It’s always our goal to provide kind, attentive care and make each visit as comfortable as possible. We appreciate you trusting us with your pet!
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