Matthew Raske
DVM, DACVS-SA, CCRP
Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon
Dr. Raske, board-certified veterinary surgeon, is proud to be the founding Medical Director for the Hospital for Veterinary Surgery (HVS). HVS is the first surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital in New York City.
A New York native, Dr. Raske worked at the major specialty veterinary hospitals in the New York City area before starting HVS. Dr. Raske performs a wide range of surgeries, including soft tissue, orthopedic, and oncologic procedures. He is especially passionate about advanced orthopedic surgeries in conjunction with sports medicine and rehab. He has demonstrated a high degree of proficiency in advanced procedures such as total joint replacements, angular limb deformities, and minimally invasive surgery. As a veterinary surgeon and Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP), he provides both non-surgical and surgical options to his patients to optimize their long-term health and comfort.
Dr. Raske attended Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine before completing a small animal rotating internship and then a surgical internship. He then went on to a three year residency in veterinary surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York City to become a board-certified veterinary surgeon. He is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) through the University of Tennessee. In his free time, Dr. Raske enjoys competing in Ironman Triathlons and spending time with his family.