At OPVES, we understand how stressful it can be when your pet needs surgery. To help you feel informed and confident, we've outlined the most common procedures we perform, what you can expect before, during, and after surgery, and how our team works to ensure your pet's safety and comfort.

At Mission and Overland Park Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, we often witness incredible acts of compassion between humans and their pets. But occasionally, the compassion comes from one animal to another.

Meet Oreo, our brave Patient of the Month! Oreo came to our hospital after his owners noticed that he had become lethargic, wasn’t moving much, and had started having inappropriate bathroom habits.

We are excited to announce the addition of arthroscopy to our advanced diagnostic and surgical offerings—bringing minimally invasive, cutting-edge orthopedic care to pets in our community.

Quality anesthesia and analgesia planning positively impact patient outcomes in veterinary patients. At MVES/OPVES, we are fortunate to have Dr. Charlotte Marquis, a board-certified specialist in veterinary anesthesia and analgesia.

On July 15, 2024, Sunny, a beloved family pet, was rushed to the OPVES emergency service after experiencing labored breathing and persistent coughing.

Parvovirus (CPV-2) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects dogs, particularly attacking the white blood cells and gastrointestinal tract. Puppies are especially vulnerable; in severe cases, the virus can damage the heart muscle.

Remi Burke is a gentle 4-year-old dog who has become a cherished member of our veterinary family. Remi's journey with us began in May of 2023 when he was presented at our Mission location with a lack of appetite and respiratory distress.

Otis, a 4-year-old neutered male Pitbull, was transferred from MVES to OPVES Surgery on May 13, 2024, after being hit by a car three days prior. Initial radiographs at MVES revealed a closed comminuted fracture of the right proximal femur and a left craniodorsal coxofemoral luxation. Thoracic radiographs showed no evidence of thoracic trauma.