BluePearl Pet Hospital
Queens
Forest Hills, NY
Surgery

24/7 Emergency and Specialty

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 vet specialist holds a small grey puppy wearing a cone on an exam table.

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 dysplasia or heart defects
  • Emergencies like swallowing a foreign body
  • Hernias
  • 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

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:

  • Orthopedic surgery (for the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons)
  • Soft tissue surgery (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.

Mark Levy

DVM, DACVS
Board Certified in Veterinary Surgery

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Mark Levy has been involved in veterinary surgery for almost 30 years. In that time, he has mentored many young doctors, worked with some amazing specialty doctors and technicians, and given many lectures on a variety of veterinary specialty surgeries. Dr. Levy is well-versed in many aspects of veterinary orthopedic and neurological surgeries, such as total hip replacement, cranial cruciate injury, complicated fracture repair, spinal disc disease, thoracic and abdominal surgeries, and spinal fractures as well as Wobblers and spinal tumor surgeries. He performs arthroscopic and laparoscopic procedures as well as complicated oncologic and reconstructive procedures. He is a firm believer in alternative and regenerative medicine and has been involved with stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma for many years.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Residency, Surgery, Animal Medical Center, New York, NY
  • Internship, Animal Medical Center, New York, NY
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
  • Bachelor of Science, University of Richmond, VA
Off duty

Dr. Levy’s family includes a dog, two hamsters, and two geckos.

Carly Sullivan

DVM, MPH
On the job

Dr. Carly Sullivan is interested in all aspects of surgery but is particularly passionate about soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. Her favorite soft tissue surgeries include emergent gastrointestinal procedures as well as reconstructive procedures. She also thoroughly enjoys fracture management and treating cranial cruciate ligament disease with a TPLO procedure on animals of any size.

Education
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, Philadelphia, PA
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, Philadelphia, PA
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Central Texas Veterinary Specialty Hospital, Austin
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Veterinary Partners, New York, NY
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames
  • Master of Public Health, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg
Off duty

Dr. Sullivan enjoys working out, trying new recipes, and exploring New York with her husband and their dog, Eli.

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 get 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.