Oncology Services
Treating Your Pet's Cancer
Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center (WVERC) is thrilled to partner with Animal Cancer Care Specialists to offer advanced veterinary oncology services. Our understanding of cancer is increasing all the time, leading to improved treatment approaches, quality of life and outcomes. During the initial consult, Dr. Romansik will explain the details of the diagnosis and recommend additional diagnostic tests that can further define the nature of the cancer and overall health status. He will also develop a personalized therapeutic protocol tailored to the needs of the patient as well as the pet owner.
About Animal Cancer Care Specialists at Westford Veterinary Emergency And Referral Center
Our Vision – Excellent quality of life for dogs and cats affected by cancer and hope for those who love them.
Our Mission – To provide personalized, compassionate care for dogs and cats with cancer, utilizing the most specialized treatment options available while minimizing the risk of side effects to therapy.
Our Core Values
- To practice innovative medicine incorporating both traditional and novel therapeutic options personalized to each patient. "Specialized Medicine, Personalized Care."
- To provide compassionate veterinary care through patience and understanding of the animals and their owners.
- To maintain open and timely communication with the pet owner and their local veterinarian(s) to establish a team approach to the management of each patient's cancer.
- To create a positive and fulfilling work environment for staff.
Treatment Options
Treatment options depend on many factors, including the type of cancer, concurrent medical issues and client concerns such as side effects, logistics and cost of therapy. We work hard to educate pet owners so they can make the best decision for their beloved pet. Traditional options such as surgery and chemotherapy are available at WVERC. Dr. Romansik also works closely with local radiation facilities, allowing for expedited referral of patients that require this form of therapy. Finally, novel therapeutics, including immunotherapy and small molecule therapy, can be an important part of the therapeutic plan and are supported by Dr. Romansik. It's important to understand that the majority of dogs and cats tolerate chemotherapy incredibly well, with only a 10% chance of significant side effects.
The oncology department at WVERC is supported by a 24/7 ER service in addition to outstanding surgical and internal medicine departments. The team at WVERC sets itself apart by offering coordinated care with surgery, internal medicine and ER within the same practice, allowing for the smooth, efficient medical treatment paramount for patients diagnosed with cancer. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about the oncology service at WVERC.
Capabilities
Treatment Options: Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, Small Molecule Therapy, Surgery, Expedited Referral for Radiation
Diagnostics Offered: Bone Marrow, Cytology, Histology, Immunocytochemistry, Immunohistochemistry, Immunophenotyping, Digital Radiography, Ultrasound, Ultrasound Guided Aspirates and Biopsy, CT Scan