OUR MISSION
Where Trust Meets Expertise in Veterinary Surgery.
At VSx Chicago, we aim to be Chicago’s most trusted partner in veterinary surgical care. Our mission is simple: Provide advanced, compassionate surgical services that improve the lives of pets and the practices we partner with.
We understand that when your pet requires surgery, you seek expert care that is both compassionate and cutting-edge. As a specialized surgical and imaging center, we provide the advanced care needed for complex surgical cases, ensuring that pet owners and general practice veterinarians have a trusted partner in every step of the process.
Meet the Team
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Dr. Marc Wosar, DVM, MSpVM
CO-FOUNDER, MANAGING SURGEON PARTNER
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Emeka "Cos"
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
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Emma
CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
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Liz
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST
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Megan
CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
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Monse
CLIENT CARE SPECIALIST
Our Story
At its core, VSx Chicago is a practice built for the community we belong to—the community of veterinarians who trust and collaborate with us to deliver the specialized care their patients need.
We also uniquely understand the challenges that GP veterinarians face:
Our CEO Chase Michalek is the former owner of 16 GP veterinary hospitals
Our co-founder Dr. Frederickson, is a general practice DVM with over 15 years of experience as a referring DVM to surgery departments across the Midwest– first as an associate GP veterinarian, then as an emergency veterinarian and finally as the owner of several general practices.
Our founding surgeon, Dr. Wosar, has worked shoulder to shoulder with referring GP veterinarians and owners for the past 6 years in their very own operating rooms as the owner of a well-respected mobile surgery practice.
This "community" approach with our veterinarian referral partners is a crucial differentiator for VSx.
Additionally, our practice focuses exclusively on surgery, allowing veterinarians to trust us with their most complex cases while knowing there will be no multi-specialty distractions. We offer tailored support and care coordination that ensures the best outcomes for both patients and pet owners.
As a bootstrapped and entrepreneurial team with no corporate funding, we’re committed to being at the forefront of high-quality, innovative veterinary surgical care—always with an eye toward how we can better serve our referral community. Together, we’re creating a new future for veterinary surgery in Chicago, one that’s built on trust, an exclusive focus on surgery, and a deep commitment to the community we serve.
– Co-Founders Chase, Dr. Wosar & Dr. Frederickson
The VSx Difference
Specialized Surgical Care, Delivered with Precision and Compassion.
Board-certified veterinary surgeons.
State-of-the-art diagnostic & surgical equipment.
Collaborative care with referring general practice veterinarians.
Focused on delivering exceptional outcomes for patients, pet owners & referring veterinarians.
Our Value Proposition
1. Increased Access to Specialized Care
Finding advanced surgical care for pets can be challenging. At VSx Chicago, we make it easier by providing timely access to specialized surgeries in a state-of-the-art facility designed for efficiency and comfort. Working directly with general practice veterinarians, we ensure a seamless referral process, so pets receive the care they need, without delays.
2. Quality You Can Trust
Our board-certified surgeons are highly skilled in orthopedic, soft tissue, oncological, and minimally invasive procedures. Utilizing the latest in diagnostic technology, including a 32-slice CT scanner and digital radiology, we ensure precision in every procedure, leading to improved outcomes and quicker recoveries for pets.
3. Convenience for Both Clients & Patients
Surgery can be stressful for both pet owners and their pets. We’ve designed every aspect of our process to prioritize convenience. From our streamlined referral system for veterinarians to client-friendly scheduling and care options, we strive to make the surgical experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. With outpatient imaging services and efficient surgical scheduling, we minimize wait times and reduce disruptions for both pets and their families.
4. Better Value for Pet Owners
We believe that advanced surgical care should be accessible and fairly priced. VSx Chicago offers value-driven pricing and transparent communication, so pet owners can feel confident in both the care their pet receives and the costs involved. Our goal is to provide exceptional care without compromising on quality or value.