Oncology Vet Surgery

Expert Surgical Cancer Treatment

For solid tumours, surgery remains the gold standard, often offering the best chance of long-term success. Removing localised cancerous growths surgically leads to higher rates of clinical success compared to other treatments. Where appropriate, adjunctive therapies will be discussed with the pet owner following surgery to further extend life and reduce the risk for tumour recurrence and metastasis (see below).

MARS is one of the few centres in the country to offer NearInfrared Fluorescence (NIRF) Lymphatic Imaging allowing for complex tumour resections. This method helps identify residual tumour cells during surgery in order to widen surgical margins and increasing our chances for a complete resection and improved and quicker recovery times.

At MARS, our specialist surgical team has extensive experience in veterinary oncology for cats and dogs. As a leading oncology vet service, we are proficient in complex procedures, making us a top choice for Melbourne vet surgery. Cancer surgery is a highly specialised field, and few veterinary surgeons receive specific training in the complex technical aspects of tumour resection. We frequently address cases like adenocarcinoma in dogs, dog oral tumour, and lung tumours in cats, among others.

With our oncology vet team’s expertise and shared philosophy in vet cancer care, pet owners can trust that every surgical procedure is performed with precision and a focus on maximising positive outcomes.