From Simple Surgical Procedures to Highly Complex
No matter how minor or major the surgery, the team at Columbia River VetERinary Specialists approaches it with the same careful preparation and meticulous attention to detail. In every case, we take rigorous precautions to ensure your pet’s safety in the operating room, and give you the peace of mind of knowing your pet is in the hands of a proven professional using advanced surgical procedures.
Pets requiring surgery will receive pre-operative blood work and diagnostic screening as necessary. They will also receive pain medication before, during and after surgery to keep them feeling as comfortable as possible.
- Arthroscopic Evaluation of Joints
- Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture
- Elongated Soft Palate Surgery
- Foreign Body Removal
- Fracture Repair and Management
- Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV/Bloat) Surgery
- Heart and Lung Surgery
- Hip Dysplasia Consultation and Surgery
- Intestinal Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery Procedures
- Orthopedic Growth Abnormality Correction
- Orthopedic Radiograph Evaluation
- Osteoarthritis Management
- Patellar Luxation Correction
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Removal of Bladder Stones
- Surgical Management of Cancer
- Surgical Management of Disc Herniations
- Surgery for Laryngeal Paralysis
- Wound Management
- Vacuum Assisted Closure
Dr. Andreas Bachelez
Dr. Andreas Bachelez comes from a wide diverse background. Born and raised in Paris, France; he obtained his degree in Veterinary Medicine from the National Veterinary School of Lyon. He discovered North America during Vet school while on an exchange program with the University of Montreal, Canada; and while doing several externships in the USA. He chose to continue his education and career far away from home, completed a rotating internship at the University of Montreal and a surgical specialty internship at the DMV Veterinary Medical Center in Montreal. He then went to Washington State University for a three year surgical residency.
Dr. Bachelez became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2012 and Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2013. He spent two years at WSU as an instructor and an assistant professor. Most recently he has served as a clinical assistant professor of small animal surgery and assistant hospital director at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. His main professional interests are in orthopedic surgery, general surgery, advanced soft tissue and oncologic surgery and arthroscopy.
Dr. Bachelez and his fiancee Nicole were quick to realize that there is no place like the Northwest to call home; and are happy to be reunited with the friends, family and strong ties they made during their years in Washington.
During his free time Dr. Bachelez enjoys the outdoors, fly fishing and tying, boat building, playing the piano and spending time with friends, family and Jigs – their white miniature schnauzer.
Dr. Bachelez is available Wednesday through Saturday 8am – 6pm.
The surgery service is on call to answer questions about existing surgery patients and can be contacted by one our emergency doctors if needed. You can contact Dr. Bachelez at 360-694-3007 with any questions you may have regarding services or case consultations.