Veterinary Specialists of the Southeast
Savannah, GA
Surgery

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 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 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.

Marcus Bradbury

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

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Marcus Bradbury finds fracture repairs and surgical oncology procedures, such as complex mass resections, intrathoracic procedures, maxillofacial tumor operations and brachycephalic airway surgeries the most gratifying to treat.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons-Small Animal
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, Hope Veterinary Specialist, Malvern, PA
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Center, Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, Sandy Springs, GA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY
Off duty

Dr. Bradbury enjoys skiing, exercising and spending time with his wife, three children and three French bulldogs.

Publications & Articles

Paul Shealy

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

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Paul Shealy has over 34 years of experience and has received many awards for his work in veterinary medicine. He has practiced in several states across the U.S. and has made contributions in each: serving as a chairman of surgery in New York, being one of the original innovators of physical therapy in small animal practice in South Carolina and being recognized by the community multiple times as an exceptional specialty veterinary practice in Georgia.

Dr. Shealy has collaborated with clinical and university researchers to aid in the advancements of intraarticular, systemic and intravesical use of Polyglycan in small animals, with focuses in joint management and feline urinary tract disease and prevention. He is most interested in combining surgery and physical therapy to develop standard of care protocols that promote the best patient outcomes.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Master of Science, Clinical Veterinary Sciences, Auburn University, AL
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, Auburn University, AL
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Animal Medical Center, New York City
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
  • Master of Science, Wildlife Management, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
  • Bachelor of Science, Economic Biology, Clemson University, SC
Off duty

Dr. Shealy has been married for 43 years and has one daughter. He enjoys playing polo, playing the banjo and bluegrass music, fishing and spending time on his horse farm.

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.