About Aria
Dr. Basu created "Aria" to allow clients a portal to include all their information about their animals in one centralized location which can allow them to navigate the complicated world of veterinary medicine. Every consultation is grounded in evidence-based medicine and genuine care for the animals we love.
He found that many clients were overwhelmed by keeping track of every medication, diet recommendations, vaccine history, and lab results, and wished there was a way to simplify and organize medical records. In addition, he hoped to create a straight-forward application for pet parents to look up important information about diseases, have direct access to veterinary tools and contact information for emergency services. All of these services are underlined with direct access to Dr. Basu, allowing for the time to review the medical records, the information inputted by pet parents, and give targeted specific advice of where to go next.
He understands the importance, stress and gravity a sick pet can have on their parent, and wants to be able to provide reassuring services and bridge the gap from vets to clients. This app is not meant to replace your Family Veterinarian, but rather supplement your regular care with organizational tools and resources.
This app is named after his beautiful rough collie Aria. She was a shining beacon of positivity, love, and joy to everyone that knew her. She traveled the world, making new friends and experiencing everything life had to offer. Sadly, she passed away at 12 years old in 2024, and Dr. Basu hopes her spirit lives on as a guiding presence to every animal he helps. Every pet parent has their own "Aria", and he understands the unique and meaningful relationship developed between fur babies and their parents.
Data Security
Your data is encrypted and protected by industry-standard security.
All information you share on Aria — pet records, health data, and messages — is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption, and access to your records is restricted to you and your care team. Aria is SOC 2 Type II audited and ISO 27001 certified.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions or concerns, contact us by direct message on our Instagram account:
@ariavet.ca
Dr. Vivek Basu, DVM, CertAVP, CPEV
Dr. Basu was raised in Toronto and earned his Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology from the University of Guelph. He went on to complete his DVM at the Ontario Veterinary College. Most recently, he returned from the United Kingdom after obtaining a CertAVP from the University of Edinburgh, focusing on zoological medicine.
Following graduation, Dr. Basu began his career in New Brunswick, practicing in a small animal clinic before returning to Toronto. There, he worked at companion animal hospitals, as well as provided at-home palliative and hospice care services. He subsequently relocated to London, UK, where he practiced small animal, exotic, and wildlife medicine. Dr. Basu has since returned to Toronto and is pleased to continue helping all animals in Ontario, bringing with him valuable international experience and advanced training.
His diverse professional background includes work at a primate sanctuary in Ontario, teaching wildlife medicine courses in Costa Rica, South Africa, and Indonesia, and volunteering with the non-profit organization Global Vets in Tanzania.
Dr. Basu’s clinical interests include wildlife and exotic animal medicine, palliative care, preventive medicine, and oncology. He has also published a paper on the treatment of gastric cancer, inspired by the care of Aria.
https://www.rvc.ac.uk/clinical-connections/long-term-survival-in-a-dog-with-gastric-adenocarcinoma
DVM — Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (University of Guelph)
CertAVP — Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice (University of Edinburgh)
CPEV — Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian