Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists

Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is Maryland's premier veterinary surgical practice.

Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists - Annapolis is a specialty veterinary hospital offering advanced medical care for pets in Chesapeake and the surrounding area. Our board-certified veterinary specialists provide expertise in surgery services. Working closely with primary veterinarians, we offer comprehensive diagnostics, treatment, and compassionate care for every patient.

Say hello to Dr. Dayna Middlestead, DVM, DACVS‑SA — small animal surgeon and PennHIP‑certified expert at Chesapeake Vete...
06/02/2026

Say hello to Dr. Dayna Middlestead, DVM, DACVS‑SA — small animal surgeon and PennHIP‑certified expert at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists.

She’s bringing two powerhouse sessions to MDVMA:

✨ GI Surgery Tips for Dogs & Cats
✨ PennHIP & Early Hip Dysplasia Screening

A brilliant surgeon, a compassionate clinician, and a speaker you won’t want to miss.

This Memorial Day, all of us at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists remember and honor the brave men and women wh...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, all of us at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

As we spend time with loved ones today, we pause to reflect on the courage, service, and dedication of those who gave so much. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Maggie, a sweet nine-year-old Labrador, came to CVSS–Hunt Valley after running down the stairs and tearing her Achilles ...
05/01/2026

Maggie, a sweet nine-year-old Labrador, came to CVSS–Hunt Valley after running down the stairs and tearing her Achilles tendon. She underwent surgical repair performed by Dr. Boszko, followed by an extensive rehabilitation program with the rehab team and Dr. McClain. During her recovery, Maggie also achieved an impressive 15-pound weight loss, further supporting her healing and long-term mobility.

Thanks to her resilience and dedicated care, Maggie made a full recovery and was successfully discharged from therapy. Today, she’s back to running on the beach and truly living her best life. Way to go Maggie! ♥️

It’s almost here! Pawject Runway is THIS Friday! 🐾✨CVSS is excited to head into the final week supporting BARCS Animal S...
04/20/2026

It’s almost here! Pawject Runway is THIS Friday! 🐾✨

CVSS is excited to head into the final week supporting BARCS Animal Shelter and Show Your Soft Side.

Join us this Friday, April 24 at CFG Bank Arena for an inspiring evening filled with adoptable pets, unforgettable runway moments, and a community coming together for a great cause.

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate the pets who are ready to find their forever homes 💚

Proud to stand behind a cause that celebrates compassion, community, and second chances 🐾💚CVSS is excited to support Paw...
04/09/2026

Proud to stand behind a cause that celebrates compassion, community, and second chances 🐾💚

CVSS is excited to support Pawject Runway, benefiting BARCS Animal Shelter and Show Your Soft Side.

Join us on April 24 at CFG Bank Arena for a one-of-a-kind evening where adoptable pets take center stage. From heartwarming moments to high-energy runway fun, it’s all in support of animals finding the loving homes they deserve.

Let’s come together to make a difference, one paw at a time. 🐶🐱

🎟️ Secure your spot: https://www.pawjectrunway.org/tickets

Meet Cindylu 💕After jumping off the bed, Cindylu came to us with a limp in her right hind leg. An evaluation revealed sh...
04/08/2026

Meet Cindylu 💕

After jumping off the bed, Cindylu came to us with a limp in her right hind leg. An evaluation revealed she was dealing with two issues, a luxating (dislocated) kneecap and a tear of her cranial cruciate ligament.

Cindylu underwent surgery with Dr. Buirkle to reposition her kneecap and stabilize her knee. During the procedure, she also received shockwave therapy to help support and accelerate bone healing.

We’re happy to share that she’s been steadily improving through her recheck visits with our Surgery and Rehabilitation teams, and she’s well on her way to a full recovery! 💪🐾

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Easter Sunday! 🐣💐 Happy Easter from your friends at CVSS!
04/05/2026

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Easter Sunday! 🐣💐 Happy Easter from your friends at CVSS!

Meet Lily 💙When Lily’s family noticed her belly getting bigger over just a few weeks, they knew something wasn’t right. ...
03/31/2026

Meet Lily 💙

When Lily’s family noticed her belly getting bigger over just a few weeks, they knew something wasn’t right. Even though she was still bright and eating, they trusted their instincts and brought her in to see us.

Diagnostic imaging revealed a large splenic mass, something that can become life-threatening if it ruptures and causes internal bleeding. After walking through the possibilities with her family, Dr. Burgess developed a plan to move forward with surgery.

Lily underwent a splenectomy (removal of the spleen), along with a liver biopsy and a gastropexy (a procedure that secures the stomach to the body wall to help prevent dangerous twisting, or bloat).

Just two weeks later, Lily returned for her recheck, happy, comfortable, and wagging her tail 🐾

Even better news: her biopsy showed the mass was not cancer, but a splenic hematoma (a blood-filled mass). We were so relieved for Lily and her family, and thrilled with how smoothly she’s recovering.

Now, she’s back to enjoying life with her family plenty of well-earned treats.

Big news worth celebrating 🎉We are incredibly proud to share that Dr. Megan Boszko and Dr. Dayna Middlestead have offici...
03/24/2026

Big news worth celebrating 🎉

We are incredibly proud to share that Dr. Megan Boszko and Dr. Dayna Middlestead have officially passed their ACVS board exams and are now Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons!

Their journey to this achievement has been years in the making, both completed their surgical internship and residency right here at CVSS, dedicating countless hours to advancing their skills, knowledge, and patient care.

Becoming board-certified is no small feat, it's a true testament to their passion, perseverance, and dedication to excellence in veterinary surgery.

We are so proud to have been part of their journey and even more excited to see the impact they will continue to make for our patients, clients, and referring partners.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Boszko and Dr. Middlestead on this incredible accomplishment 👏💙

Meet Little Debbie, a 5-year-old American Bulldog mix, who is making an incredible recovery 💙When she came to us, she ha...
03/23/2026

Meet Little Debbie, a 5-year-old American Bulldog mix, who is making an incredible recovery 💙

When she came to us, she had been struggling with chronic ear infections in both ears, along with painful swelling and a thyroid concern.

Advanced imaging revealed that Little Debbie was dealing with severe bilateral otitis externa (infection of the outer ear canals), otitis media (infection deeper in the middle ear), right-sided peri-aural abscesses (pockets of infection near the ear), and a left-sided thyroid nodule (a growth on the thyroid gland).

To help her feel better, she underwent bilateral TECA-LBO (surgery to remove the diseased ear canals) with pinnectomies (removal of the external ear flap), along with a left partial thyroidectomy (removal of part of the thyroid gland), performed by Dr. Burgess.

You might notice her slight head tilt. When infections affect the inner ear, it can impact balance, similar to feeling dizzy or off-center. That’s why some pets develop a tilt or changes in their blinking. As healing continues, this often improves over time.

Today, Little Debbie is brighter, more comfortable, and continuing to make great progress. We’re so proud of her resilience and grateful to be part of her journey 🐾

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Annapolis, MD

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm
Sunday 8am - 11am

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+14102240121

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