South Texas Veterinary Surgery
South Texas Veterinary Surgery is a general practice practice in San Antonio, TX, led by a DACVS-credentialed surgeon. Procedures include urinary tract surgery, Splenectomy, specialized surgical services, and Biopsies.
About
South Texas Veterinary Surgery (STVS) provides specialized surgical services for dogs and cats, addressing soft tissue, oncologic, and orthopedic conditions. The practice is equipped with advanced diagnostic technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, and CT support, along with patient monitoring capabilities. The team is led by Dr. Meredith Esterline, a board-certified small animal surgeon.
STVS operates as a referral-only, non-emergency hospital, working in conjunction with referring primary care veterinarians. Located within the San Antonio Veterinary Specialists (SAVS) facility, STVS does not offer general wellness care, vaccinations, or preventive services. Appointments are made by referral from a primary care veterinarian.
Surgical team
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Meredith Esterline
DVM, MS, DACVS
Dr. Esterline grew up in East Texas and is a proud alumnus of Texas A&M University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry in 1996, followed by her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in 2000.
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Courtney
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Nikki
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Clarissa
LVT
Clarissa has been a licensed veterinary technician since 2016 and earned her B.A. in Biology from the University of the Incarnate Word in 2020.
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Kimberlee
LVT
After obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science degree at West Texas A&M University, Kimberlee relocated to San Antonio and began her career in veterinary medicine as a technician assistant in 2013.
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Nicole
LVT
Nicole has been in the veterinary field since 2013.
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David
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Desiree
Desiree graduated from Texas State University with her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.
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Gabriella
Gabby is a passionate Veterinary Technician with over 5 years of experience in the wonderful world of animal care.
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Gage
Procedures
- urinary tract surgery
- Splenectomy
- specialized surgical services
- Biopsies
- Fracture repairs
- Perineal Hernia
- Head and neck surgery
- Abdominal surgery
- Emergency surgery on stable patients
- Extracapsular repair of cruciate ligament injury
- Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLOs)
- orthopedic conditions
- Bone grafting
- Anal Sacculectomy
- Removal of masses and tumors
- Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture (CCLR)
- Amputation
- Bulla Osteotomy
- open repair of joint luxations
- tendon reconstruction
- review of referral radiographs
- Thoracic surgery
- Cystotomy
- Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA)
- Femoral head/neck ostectomy (FHOs)
- Medially Luxating Patella (kneecap)
- Reconstructive surgery
- review of CT and MRI studies
- Patellar luxation correction
- respiratory surgery
Equipment
- digital radiography
- CT support
- ultrasound
Photos
Photos via Google · South Texas Veterinary Surgery, Tracee Farmer, D'Lynn Thompson, Kate Goodwin
Frequently asked questions
- What types of surgical services does South Texas Veterinary Surgery offer?
- South Texas Veterinary Surgery (STVS) offers specialized surgical services for dogs and cats with various soft tissue, oncologic, and orthopedic conditions. Specific procedures include abdominal surgery, amputation, biopsies, cardiovascular and respiratory surgery, reconstructive surgery, removal of masses and tumors, splenectomy, bone grafting, joint luxation repairs, fracture repairs, and patellar luxation correction.
- What advanced diagnostic capabilities are available at South Texas Veterinary Surgery?
- The practice is equipped with advanced diagnostic technology and patient monitoring capabilities. This includes digital radiography, ultrasound, and CT support. Additionally, STVS provides review of CT and MRI studies, as well as review of referral radiographs to support surgical care.
- Is South Texas Veterinary Surgery a referral-only practice?
- Yes, South Texas Veterinary Surgery is a referral-only hospital. They work closely with referring primary care veterinarians and do not perform general wellness care, administer vaccines, or provide preventive care. Appointments are made by referral from a pet's primary care veterinarian.
- Who leads the surgical team at South Texas Veterinary Surgery?
- The surgical team at South Texas Veterinary Surgery is led by Dr. Meredith Esterline. She is a board-certified small animal surgeon with over 20 years of experience in the veterinary field. Dr. Esterline earned her DVM from Texas A&M University and completed a Small Animal Surgery Residency at Kansas State University.
- What services are not offered by South Texas Veterinary Surgery?
- South Texas Veterinary Surgery does not offer arthroscopy for OCD or elbow dysplasia, neurological cases, or total hip replacement. They also do not treat unstable polytrauma patients. Furthermore, STVS does not perform general wellness care, administer vaccines, or provide preventive care.