BluePearl Pet Hospital
Charlestown
Boston, MA
Surgery

24/7 Emergency and Specialty
Emergency:
24/7
Specialty:
By appointment

Pet surgery by BluePearl.

Precision care for what matters most – helping your pet live a longer and better life.

We understand that seeing your pet experience an emergency or condition that requires surgery can be stressful. Fortunately, our veterinary surgery team is made up of experts in performing complex procedures using the latest state-of-the-art techniques and equipment, and we’re here to help. 

Our commitment is not just to delivering highly advanced surgical care; it’s to enhance the well-being of your pet and be with you every step of the way.

A veterinary surgeon examines a dog

Conditions we treat.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

If your pet has a condition or injury that requires advanced care and procedures, you’ll have an entire surgery team helping to improve your pet’s quality of life so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Cancer
  • Chronic diseases like ear or respiratory tract infections
  • Congenital conditions like hip and elbow dysplasia, patella luxation (MPL) and angular limb deformities
  • Emergencies like swallowing a foreign body
  • Hernias
  • GDV (Bloat)
  • Trauma or injuries, including fractures, ligament and tendon injuries

Services we offer.

Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).

Advanced diagnostics

Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostics and imaging tools to uncover the source of the problem.

  • Biopsy
  • Radiography (x-rays)
  • Ultrasound
  • CT scans

Treatment plans

Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our surgery team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:

  • Bladder and urinary tract surgery
  • Thoracotomy and other thoracic procedures
  • Brachycephalic (airway surgery)
  • Cranial cruciate ligament tear (ACL)
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Minimal invasive procedures, arthroscopy using nanoscope, laparoscopy and fluoroscopy
  • Cesarean section
  • Other orthopedic surgeries (for the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons)
  • Additional soft tissue surgeries (for non-bone tissues and internal organs)

Our board certified specialists and surgery team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our surgery team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Matthew Cleveland

DVM, DACVS-SA
Board Certified in Veterinary Surgery-Small Animal

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Matthew Cleveland is particularly interested in juvenile canine orthopedic conditions, including hip and elbow dysplasia, angular limb deformity, traumatic fractures, cranial cruciate ligament injuries (TPLO and closing-wedge osteotomies), minimally invasive joint explore (arthroscopy) and surgical oncology.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons-Small Animal
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston MA
  • Internship, Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego, CA
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, PA
  • Clinical Rotation, Texas A&M University, College Station
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, St. George’s University, Grenada, West Indies
  • Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Dartmouth College, Hanover NH
Off duty

Dr. Cleveland enjoys fishing, reading, skiing, surfing and hiking. He and his wife have two pit bulls, Madelyn and Archer, and a cat named Dizzy.

Publications & Articles

Mikaela Gondolfe

MA, DVM

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Mikaela Gondolfe’s clinical interests include fracture repair, soft tissue surgery, particularly involving the hepatobiliary system, wound management and small animal pain management.

Education
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Southfield, MI
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Southfield, MI
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, TX
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, Lynnwood, WA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station
  • Master of Agriculture, Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station
  • Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station
Off duty

Dr. Gondolfe enjoys yoga, cycling, coloring, watching most sports, especially basketball, and spending time with her significant other and Goldendoodle.

Publications & Articles

Crystal Sunlight

DVM, DACVS-SA
Board Certified in Veterinary Surgery-Small Animal

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Crystal Sunlight provides advanced surgical care for pets. Her special interests in veterinary surgery include minimally invasive surgery, surgical oncology and trauma and fracture repair.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons-Small Animal
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, Animal Medical Center, New York, NY
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Hospital, San Diego, CA
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Seattle Veterinary Specialists, Kirkland, WA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
  • Bachelor of Science, Physiology, University of Washington, Seattle
Off duty

Outside of work, Dr. Sunlight enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family and pets.

What to expect.

We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the surgeon, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • Make a consultation appointment by calling us directly or via referral from your pet’s primary vet. 
  • We’ll request records from your primary or emergency vet before your visit and collaborate with them to discuss your pet’s history and current condition.

During your visit

  • When possible, we’ll examine your pet with you by their side to make them more comfortable. If additional tests are needed, we’ll discuss those options with you.
  • You’ll have plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions as we go over your pet’s diagnosis and treatment plan options together.
  • If appropriate, we’ll schedule your pet’s procedure and make sure you’re aware of any symptoms you should watch out for at home. 

After your visit

  • Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as part of the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in their treatment plan. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication, maintaining a specific diet or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.