Clinical trials and collaborative research in surgical oncology are actively encouraged by the VSSO. Prospective clinical trials are preferred, but multi-institutional retrospective case series will also be strongly considered. Research projects can include, but are not limited to, the study of new surgical techniques, multimodality treatment protocols, novel adjunctive agents, and treatment outcomes for different tumor types. The VSSO Research Committee will review and vote on proposals submitted by Full and Associate Members.

2010   Appendicular osteosarcoma in dogs weighing less than 15kg

          Principal investigator: Dr. Pierre Amsellem, Wey Referrals

2010   Evaluation of scapulectomy for primary bone tumors in dogs

          Principal investigator: Dr. Sarah Boston, Ontario Veterinary College

2010   Retrospective review of splenic liposarcoma in dogs

          Principal investigator: Dr. Julius Liptak, Alta Vista Animal Hospital

2009   Retrospective evaluation of dogs with tumor-related pathologic fracture treated with fracture fixation

          Principal investigator: Dr. Sarah Boston, Ontario Veterinary College

2009   Outcome following hemipelvectomy in the dog and cat

          Principal investigator: Dr. Jonathan Bray, Massey University

2009   Retrospective evaluation of canine tongue tumors: results of surgical excision (abstract, 2009 VCS Meeting)

          Principal investigator: Dr. William Culp, University of California-Davis

2008   Retrospective review of apocrine gland anal sac adenocarcinomas in cats (abstract, 2009 VCS Meeting)

          Principal investigator: Dr. Ryan Cavanaugh, University of Florida

2006   Retrospective review of primary appendicular chondrosarcoma in dogs (published, Veterinary Surgery)

          Principal investigator: Dr. Jim Farese, University of Florida

Click HERE to download the Research Proposal Guideline Form.

Proposals can be submitted to the Dr. Maura O’Brien, Chairperson of the VSSO Research Committee, by either email or mail at:

Dr. Maura O’Brien, VSSO Research Committee

Orchard Road Veterinary Surgery, Inc.

7221 W. Valhalla Way

Madison, WI 53719

United States of America