A veterinarian operates a CT scanner while preparing a sedated dog, lying on a table with an IV drip, for a medical imaging procedure in a clinical setting.
An Australian Shepherd dog lies on its side, partially inside a CT scanner in a veterinary clinic, with medical equipment visible nearby.
A veterinarian in scrubs and a stethoscope smiles while holding a white cat in a veterinary clinic exam room with medical equipment in the background.
A smiling person in blue scrubs gently holds an armadillo in a veterinary clinic setting.

Setting Standards

The OSVS radiologist, Dr. Susan Newell, is board certified by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR). Our radiology department performs a variety of procedures including radiography (X-rays), ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT) scanning, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Ocean State Veterinary Specialists is committed to providing state-of-the-art diagnostic capabilities, and nowhere is this more evident than in the diagnostic imaging department. Because these advanced imaging capabilities are on-site, the doctors at OSVS are able to obtain a rapid diagnosis and institute the appropriate treatment as early as possible.

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists offers the following radiology and diagnostic imaging services:

  • Ultrasound—Cardiac, abdominal, neck, tendon, and pregnancy evaluation
  • Ultrasound-guided biopsies and aspirates
  • CT scans
  • MRI studies—Using our new 1.5 Tesla magnet to obtain fast, high-quality images
  • Contrast studies
  • X-ray film interpretation
  • OFA evaluation—Available as direct appointments
  • Radioactive Iodine therapy—Hyperthyroid cat treatments
    Radioiodine Client Handout

Digital Radiography

The radiology equipment at BSVESS includes a high-quality digital radiology suite that provides high-resolution images. Our doctors are well trained in interpretation of X-ray studies, but they also benefit from the added experience of the board-certified radiologist at our sister hospital, Ocean State Veterinary Specialists. The radiologist formally interprets all images taken at BSVESS.

Dr. Susan Newell, the radiologist at OSVS, is board certified by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and has almost 20 years of experience in the field. In addition to reading the X-ray studies for BSVESS, Dr. Newell is available at OSVS to provide ultrasound, CT, and MRI scanning, as well as radioactive iodine therapy for cats with hyperthyroidism.

A person holds a laptop displaying an X-ray image of an animal’s ribcage and spine, likely from a veterinary exam.
X-ray of a dog’s abdomen and spine, showing a cluster of irregular, dense objects, possibly stones or calcified material, in the abdominal area. The ribs and organs are also faintly visible.
X-ray image of an animal, likely a dog or cat, showing the side view of its torso and part of its back legs and tail, with bones, spine, and some internal organs visible.
Lateral X-ray of an animal, likely a dog, showing a round metallic foreign object inside the abdomen, with visible spine, ribs, and soft tissues; a ruler marked “R” is in the lower right corner.
X-ray image of a human torso, showing the spine, ribs, and pelvis, with a small rectangular object visible in the abdominal area, indicating a possible swallowed foreign object.
A man in a teal shirt points at a chest X-ray displayed on a vertical computer monitor, while another monitor next to him shows medical data on a white screen.

Advancing Patient Care

Ultrasound-guided biopsy procedures allow non-surgical biopsy of internal structures to obtain a rapid, minimally invasive diagnosis of many conditions. The radiologist reviews all radiographs taken in the hospital and is available for formal review of radiographs taken by other hospitals.

Specialized radiographic procedures for hip dysplasia (OFA) are available as direct appointments. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and CT scanning are available on site Monday through Saturday. View a gallery of images from select cases diagnosed with advanced imaging.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, the radiologist is responsible for providing Radioactive Iodine therapy for hyperthyroid cats. Ocean State Veterinary Specialists accepts patients based on the referral of the family’s regular veterinarian. If you feel your pet would benefit from the services offered in our Diagnostic Imaging Department, please speak to your veterinarian about a referral.

Advancing Patient Care

Ultrasound-guided biopsy procedures allow non-surgical biopsy of internal structures to obtain a rapid, minimally invasive diagnosis of many conditions. The radiologist reviews all radiographs taken in the hospital and is available for formal review of radiographs taken by other hospitals.

Specialized radiographic procedures for hip dysplasia (OFA) are available as direct appointments. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and CT scanning are available on site Monday through Saturday. View a gallery of images from select cases diagnosed with advanced imaging.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, the radiologist is responsible for providing Radioactive Iodine therapy for hyperthyroid cats. Ocean State Veterinary Specialists accepts patients based on the referral of the family’s regular veterinarian. If you feel your pet would benefit from the services offered in our Diagnostic Imaging Department, please speak to your veterinarian about a referral.