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. Dr. Marquis brings a wealth of medical expertise and experience to our team and has been committed to the comfort and safety of patients entrusted to her care since joining us in 2022.
Meet Dr. Charlotte Marquis
Dr. Charlotte Marquis BVM&S (Hons.), MS, DACVAA, MRCVS, is a Boston native with a distinguished educational background. After graduating with honors from the University of Edinburgh in 2018, she completed a rotating internship at 1st Pet Veterinary Center in Phoenix, AZ, the following year. Dr. Marquis pursued a residency in veterinary anesthesia & analgesia at the University of Missouri (MU) and completed her training in 2022. During residency, Dr. Marquis anesthetized hundreds of elective and emergent anesthetic cases- her favorite patients including working K9s, venomous snakes, and birds of prey.
Since completing residency, Dr. Marquis has pursued additional qualifications, earning a master's degree from MU and becoming a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (CVPP) in 2024. She is currently working toward a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice with an Emphasis in Emergency & Critical Care (CertAVP ECC) from the Royal Veterinary College (UK).
Dr. Marquis works closely with all of our hospital departments and is passionate about collaborative care. Her clinical interests include locoregional anesthesia, critical care medicine, and teaching technicians and house officers. When she’s not on the clinic floor, Dr. Marquis enjoys traveling to meet veterinary technicians, assistants, and veterinarians in the greater Kansas City area.
The Importance of Anesthesia and Pain Management for Your Patients
Anesthesia is a discipline of veterinary medicine that combines unconsciousness, pain relief, and muscle relaxation. Anesthesia enables us to perform procedures such as imaging (CT, MRI, radiographs) and surgery without undue fear, anxiety, or stress for veterinary patients.
Before induction of general anesthesia, Dr. Marquis performs a thorough physical exam to assess the patient’s health and temperament. Bloodwork and imaging studies are sometimes performed to evaluate the patient’s overall health status. The anesthetic protocols is then tailored to the patient’s needs. Pre-anesthetic screening such as this allows the patient to get a personalized approach to perioperative care.
Comprehensive Monitoring for Optimal Safety
At MVES/OPVES, we utilize advanced anesthetic monitoring techniques similar to those used in human medical care. Our comprehensive monitoring includes:
● Electrocardiography (ECG)
● Pulse oximetry (SpO2)
● End-tidal capnography (ETCO2)
● Mechanical ventilation
● Oscillometric and arterial blood pressure measurement
● Central venous pressure monitoring
● Pulse waveform analysis
● Point-of-care ultrasound (aFAST, tFAST)
● Assessment of depth of anesthesia and comfort level throughout the procedure
Anesthetic monitoring ensures your pet is safe and comfortable from the moment they arrive until the time they leave our facility.
Prioritizing Pain Management
At MVES/OPVES, your pet’s pain management is our priority! We offer a range of services to both in-hospital patients and the referring veterinary community, including:
● Ultrasound and nerve stimulator-guided nerve blocks
● Diagnostic nerve blocks
● Lumbosacral and sacrococcygeal epidurals
● Epidural catheter placement
● Conventional pain-relief medications, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and gabapentinoids
● Complementary therapies such as anti-emetics, phenothiazines, NMDA antagonists, and behavior-modifying drugs
● Remote anesthesia and pain management consults via phone or email
Dr. Charlotte Marquis and her team at MVES/OPVES are committed to providing the highest quality anesthetic care for veterinary patients and the referring community. We invite our referring veterinarians to reach out for consultations or questions anytime- let us know how we can help!