Our veterinary surgical specialists offer the expertise you want for your dog or cat.

If your veterinarian says your pet needs surgery, be sure to seek the care of a board-certified veterinary surgical specialist. The surgeons at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists are all board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. This is an important designation. It means our specialists have at least 3 years of advanced residency training beyond veterinary school and have passed rigorous examinations by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. The board-certification process ensures consistency in training and adherence to high standards in veterinary surgery.

Our surgeons have performed most veterinary surgical procedures hundreds or even thousands of times. Their advanced training and experience are the keys to a predictable outcome for your best friend’s surgical care.  Learn more about our surgical specialists here.

See our Surgery Specialists for:

Orthopedic surgery:

• Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery
• Fracture repair, especially treatment of severe or complicated fractures
  of the limbs, spine and pelvis
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of lameness
• Knee injuries, meniscus repairs and cranial cruciate ligament repairs using TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) and TTA (tibial tuberosity advancement) procedures
• Joint cartilage surface injuries in the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle
• Correction of hereditary limb abnormalities, including luxating patella, angular limb deformities and growth plate injuries
• Surgical care and management of hip dysplasia in both younger and older dogs

Soft tissue surgery:

• Oncologic surgery
• Reconstructive procedures for the skin
• Head and neck surgery
• Gastrointestinal surgery
• Cardiovascular surgery
• Respiratory surgery
• Urogenital repair      
• Hernia repair           
• Endocrine surgery

Neurologic surgery:

• Treatment of spinal disease, including disc ruptures and lumbo sacral disease, degenerative disc disease and other spinal or neurological causes of paralysis or weakness

Surgical services also include:

• 24 hour care, including monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature), diet, intake and eliminations
• Close monitoring during recovery by our veterinarians and nursing staff - pain medications and antibiotics are precisely administered and your surgeon’s specific instructions are followed at all times
• Clean bedding and caring personal attention to your pet’s physical comfort and emotional well-being
• Regular updates for you and your referring veterinarian

See more information about our surgical services in our FAQ.

Please visit American College of Veterinary Surgeons for more info on; Health Conditions, What is a board certified surgeon?, FAQs, Owner Resources and Questions to ask your Veterinarian.