Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, QVSH

05/12/2025

🌟 We’re excited to continue our QVSH Team Spotlight Series - introducing the incredible experts behind our QVSH Specialist Teams 🐾

Meet our Soft Tissue Surgery Team.

Our specialist surgeons - Laura Owen, Julia Riggs and Akash Alexander - are internationally recognised experts in their field, bringing over 25 years of combined experience to the hospital. From advanced minimally invasive procedures to complex reconstructive surgeries, this team delivers world-class care to our patients while helping train the next generation of veterinary surgeons.

🐾 Read more about their work, their passions and the vital role they play across our multidisciplinary hospital in our latest spotlight article here 👉 https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/team-spotlight-continues-meet-our-soft-tissue-surgery-team

Stay tuned as our Team Spotlight series continues - shining a light on the people who make our hospital truly exceptional.

04/12/2025

📣 **Deadline for applications - This Sunday 7th December**

The Queen's Veterinary School Hospital wishes to appoint a veterinary surgeon to assist with first opinion clinical service provision and teaching, starting from December 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

This post is fixed term for 3 months (or until the return of the post holder) and will provide an exciting opportunity to be involved in clinical training of 4th, 5th and 6th year veterinary undergraduates in a first opinion context with the current caseload primarily from the local RSPCA clinic, as well as from the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH) General Practice, which recently opened to the general public. This is a full-time role.

This is an amazing opportunity and offers all the great benefits of working at the University of Cambridge! This is no ordinary job - it's a fun and exciting chance to be part of a team making a difference!

More info👇🏽
Teaching Associate Designated Small Animal First Opinion Veterinary Surgeon
👉 https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/teaching-associate-designated-small-animal-first-opinion-veterinary-surgeon-temporary-cover-pp48026
📅 Closing date is 7 December 2025

02/12/2025

Cardiology Team Spotlight - Final Feature

Meet Gizmo, a 1.5-year-old Cocker Spaniel who was referred to our Cardiology Team after a heart murmur was detected when his owners noticed he was struggling to keep up during agility training. An echocardiogram revealed severe pulmonary stenosis - a congenital condition where the pulmonary valve is abnormally formed, restricting blood flow from the right side of the heart. Without treatment, this condition can sadly be life-limiting.

Thanks to a minimally invasive balloon valvuloplasty, our team were able to open the narrowed valve and significantly reduce the obstruction. We’re delighted with his progress so far, and Gizmo is expected to be back on the agility course very soon! 🐾

The video shows part of his balloon procedure, and the photo captures him snuggled up and recovering beautifully after his operation.

A huge thank-you to our exceptional Cardiology Team for the life-changing work they do every day - and to Gizmo for being the sweetest little star to round off the Cardio Team's spotlight 💙

28/11/2025

🦒 Specialist Anaesthesia at Woburn Safari Park

Sahara, a Nubian giraffe at Woburn Safari Park, recently underwent surgery to correct a condition called locking stifle, which caused her kneecap to lock and limited her mobility.

The procedure required complex and carefully managed anaesthesia, led by Malina Filipas DVM MSc AFHEA DipECVAA MRCVS, a veterinary anaesthetist from the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital, Cambridge. Anaesthetising a giraffe carries significant risk due to their size, anatomy and sensitivity to prolonged recumbency, making specialist expertise essential.

Malina worked alongside Woburn’s zoo veterinary team, an equine surgeon and imager from Rossdales Equine Hospital, and the park’s keeper team. The surgery involved a minimally invasive tendon-splitting technique to prevent the joint from locking.

Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the multidisciplinary team and Malina’s expertise in anaesthesia... Sahara recovered smoothly and is progressing well.

Find more information below - https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/sahara-woburn-safari-park-bedfordshire-b1258329.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawOWdBlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETBtZzdVdHpLd3JualpWUGtQc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqFkehSAgfJaixStmfPoEX7jAzWaGB8wuaAoYc4meLjrvz0brwbgvqEeZWui_aem_PJVbO_7Bqc-avUoabfy2RA

26/11/2025

🐶 Does your dog suffer from osteoarthritis? 🐶

We’re looking for dogs to take part in a research study on laser therapy for osteoarthritis-associated pain. This study will help us understand if low-level laser therapy can be an effective treatment for managing pain in dogs with OA.

📍 What’s involved?
✔️ 8-10 week study period
✔️ Up to 14 short hospital visits (30-60 min)
✔️ Flexible scheduling for owners
✔️ Dogs will continue their current pain medications
✔️ Activity monitored via a small tracker

If your dog has a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, particularly in the shoulder or elbow, they may be eligible! Help us improve treatment options for dogs with OA.

📩 Interested? Check out our website for more information!

https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/seeking-dogs-study-laser-therapy-osteoarthritis-pain

20/11/2025

🐾 Cardiology Team Spotlight: Meet Mia! 🐈‍⬛

This week we’re highlighting the fantastic work of our Cardiology Team at the QVSH, focusing on the important role of our HCM Clinic in detecting heart disease in cats before symptoms appear.

Mia, a sweet domestic shorthair, was referred to us after her vet picked up an asymptomatic heart murmur - and her story shows just how vital early diagnosis can be.

If you want to learn more about Mia’s journey and how our Cardiology Team is helping cats live longer, healthier lives read the full article on our website 👇🏽https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/spotlight-cardiology-inside-qvsh-hcm-clinic-and-mias-story

Also, check out this short film about Mia's visit to the QVSH to have her monitoring session with our HCM Clinic. 👇🏽🎬

20/11/2025

Help us learn more about bone cancer in dogs 🐾

Our University of Cambridge Vet School hospital - the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, QVSH is working with the Wellcome Sanger Institute in Cambridge on an important study into osteosarcoma (OSA), a bone cancer that sadly affects many dogs, particularly of larger breeds.

Researchers are looking at the genetic changes inside these tumours to better understand the disease and discover ways to improve diagnosis, predict outcomes, and explore new treatment options.

If your dog is having an amputation for OSA, you may be able to help and by taking part, your dog could help improve the future of care for countless other dogs.

If you’d like to know more, please see our news story here: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/qvsh-joins-forces-wellcome-sanger-institute-important-study-canine-bone-cancer
Or contact us at: oncology@vet.cam.ac.uk

10/11/2025

We’re incredibly proud of Paul Freeman and our Neurology Team at the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital for leading this ground-breaking new treatment for dogs with IVDD - offering a less invasive, life-changing alternative to surgery. 👏🐾

The injection offers a “significantly more affordable” alternative to open surgery.

04/11/2025

📣 **Deadline for applications - midnight tonight**

We have two exciting veterinary nursing opportunities at the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital in Cambridge. 🐾

Specialist Veterinary Nurse - Anaesthesia and Theatre
This role will support our specialist veterinary teams to deliver outstanding patient care throughout our hospital. Based within the theatre suite, this role centres on anaesthesia, with key responsibilities including the monitoring and maintenance of patients under general anaesthesia or sedation.

We are also recruiting for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the dedicated nursing team at the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital. This is a temporary role to cover maternity leave. Both of these amazing opportunities offer fantastic financial perks and all the great benefits of working at the University of Cambridge!

This is no ordinary job - it's a fun and exciting chance to be part of a team making a difference!

More info👇🏽
Specialist Veterinary Nurse - Anaesthesia and Theatre
👉 https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/specialist-nurse-anaesthesia-and-theatre-pp47032
📅 Closing date is 4 November 2025

Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal Wing
👉 https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/veterinary-nurse-small-animal-wing-temporary-cover-pp47478
📅 Closing date is 4 November 2025

31/10/2025

31/10/2025

The QVSH's Cardio Club continues to go from strength to strength, bringing together a growing community of veterinary professionals passionate about small animal cardiology.

It’s not too late to join this vibrant group and gain access to exclusive discussions, expert insights, and networking opportunities with colleagues who share your interest in cardiology.

Next talk titled: 'Food for thought: exploring the link between diet and cardiomyopathies’ - Talk by Dr Catheryn Partington - Clinical Cardiologist

📅 Next meeting is – Tuesday 11th November - 7.15pm at the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital in Cambridge
🍕 Pizza and refreshments included
🚗 Free parking and easily accessible from M11
🩺 You’ll meet like-minded professional individuals all passionate about veterinary cardiology!

Don’t miss out - join the club by filling in our short form here:
https://bit.ly/4eO0ljJ

29/10/2025

Meet Kimi, an 8-year-old Samoyed dog, who was referred to our hospital - The Queen's Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH) in Cambridge, after being diagnosed with a nasal chondrosarcoma - a tumour that can cause nosebleeds and breathing dificulties in dogs.

His story showcases the collaboration across our Oncology, Imaging, Radiotherapy and Anaesthesia teams to deliver advanced treatment and ensure the best possible quality of life.

After radiotherapy, Kimi’s symptoms resolved for many months, and following further treatment this year, he’s now back to enjoying time with his family, running in hooping shows and relaxing on the beach.

Read more about Kimi’s case and our approach to cancer care on our website: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/continuing-our-oncology-team-spotlight-meet-kimi