About
Cancer is the leading cause of death in dogs, affecting approximately 1 in 4 dogs, with >50% of dogs over the age of 10 developing the disease. It is estimated that 6 million dogs are diagnosed with cancer yearly. There are only approximately 450 veterinary oncologists, many of whom are concentrated in major metropolitan areas, so many pet owners must travel considerable distances to seek out specialty oncology care. Due to high demand, the wait time for a consultation can be weeks to months and these pets cannot wait. Lotus Pet Oncology helps by providing access to a board-certified oncologist working in conjunction with the primary care veterinarian. Dr. Stacy Binstock offers a personalized approach to every pet and considers all factors influencing the decisions made when considering the available treatment options. She works extensively with primary care veterinarians to help guide them through diagnosing, managing, and treating dogs and cats with cancer.
Meet
Dr. Stacy Santoro Binstock
DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Board Certified In Veterinary Medical Oncology Since 2006
Dr. Stacy Santoro Binstock is a board-certified medical oncologist with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice. She was born and raised in New Jersey and graduated from Rutgers University. Dr. Binstock attended veterinary school at Iowa State University and graduated in 2002, and afterwards completed a one-year small animal internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in NJ. She completed 2 years of her medical oncology residency at Kansas State University and the final year at the University of Wisconsin. She is the owner and founder of Lotus Pet Oncology, having a vision of making oncology care for pets more accessible. Dr. Binstock practices at a veterinary specialty hospital in the Philadelphia metro area.
Dr. Binstock’s special interests include oral tumors, minimal invasive diagnostics, advanced imaging for cancer patients, and customized care for pets based on their specific situation. She approaches each case with honesty, care, compassion, and is committed to providing excellent quality of life for her patients. Dr. Binstock collaborates closely with primary care veterinarians to form a comprehensive, unified care team for every patient and client.
In her spare time, Dr. Binstock enjoys riding horses, baking, traveling, and spending time with her family. They share their home with a hound dog and two cats.
High Quality Care
Lotus Pet Oncology help primary care veterinarians develop comprehensive care plans under the guidance of a board-certified oncologist. The makes specialty level care accessible for all pets regardless of location or circumstances.
Emotional Support
Cancer is a devastating diagnosis. Lotus Pet Oncology offers guidance and support so that pet owners feel less alone, overwhelmed, and scared during their pet’s journey. Understanding symptoms associated with cancer, knowing the options, and reviewing expectations can reduce some of the stress induced by the diagnosis.
Providing Education
Lotus Pet Oncology helps clients understand their pet’s diagnosis and what options are available for treatment. A treatment plan is coordinated with the primary care veterinarian and full support and guidance is readily accessible.
Unified Care Team
Lotus Pet Oncology works closely with primary care veterinarian making recommendations for additional testing and therapies. We work together to provide personalized care for every patient.
Our Mission
The mission of Lotus Pet Oncology is to increase access to cancer care for any pet diagnosed with cancer.
Cancer can be treated a variety of ways, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Not all cancer is treated aggressively, and the options range from trying to cure or focusing on palliative care depending on the diagnosis, circumstances, and goals.
The treatment plan is unique for each pet and accounts for lifestyle, availability of treatment, cost, past experiences, life events (birth, death, illness, etc), emotional considerations, relationship with the pet, etc. Lotus Pet Oncology is committed to helping all pets with cancer live their best life possible.
Schedule now to start getting the care your pet needs. Lotus Pet Oncology will work with your veterinarian just like we would if we worked in the same clinic. A plan is developed, coordinated with the veterinarian, and managed with the oversight of an oncology specialist.
