the Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery

Fostering communication, research, and camaraderie between surgeons, practitioners, and residents interested in soft tissue surgery.

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veterinary research

our mission

The Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery (SVSTS) was formed in 2002 with the objective of advancing the art and science of soft tissue surgery through:

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Encouraging members to pursue original investigations, report unusual cases, and discuss the diagnosis, management and advances of soft tissue surgical conditions.

2

Encouraging its members to contribute to continuing education in soft tissue surgery and to report in high quality veterinary journals. 

about us

The Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery (SVSTS) was founded in 2002 with the inaugural meeting held in Keystone, Colorado. The SVSTS holds an annual meeting for members to share research and ideas to further the field and promote collaboration among soft tissue veterinary surgeons.