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Surgery covers a vast sub-sect of veterinary medicine, from routine spay and neuter to complex orthopedic and soft tissue procedures. Within our Thrive Pet Healthcare network, you can access surgical services on both the primary care and specialty level so whatever your pet’s surgical needs, our trusted veterinarians and surgical specialists are here for you. 

Our community’s outstanding orthopedic veterinarians and surgeons use breakthrough research within the field to implement advanced therapies, such as CrCL surgeries like TPLO surgery, fracture repair, and innovative devices. These are all designed to help improve or conserve your pet’s mobility following traumatic accident, illness, or age-related condition.  

Pet owners commonly refer to CrCL surgery as an ACL surgery, however CrCL surgery is the medically accurate term. ACL surgery is the human equivalent treatment.

A common form of cruciate or knee surgery is TPLO surgery. Your pet’s orthopedic veterinarian will be able to help decide which type of CrCL surgery is ideal for your pet. It's important to note that these surgeries are commonly referred to by pet owners as ACL surgery, however CrCL surgery is the medically accurate term. ACL surgery is the human equivalent treatment.

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TPLO surgery changes the angle between the thigh bone and the shin bone. The goal is to lessen how much the tibia shifts forward during a stride and it is achieved through an incision, rotation of the tibia, and then insertion of a bone plate. TPLO surgery helps create a stifle (knee) that is stable without the torn cruciate ligament. The medial meniscus is also evaluated at the time of surgery and if torn removed. At times, a releasing incision of the meniscus is done to help prevent a future tear.

Veterinary rehabilitation is an ever-growing field of medicine focused on helping animals that require additional support with recovery, mobility, pain management, or physical therapy Unique treatment plans are built around the patient’s needs and the client’s goals. Through comprehensive, integrative therapies, our rehabilitation teams work to help improve your pet’s quality of life.

Acupuncture has been used in human medicine for over 5,000 years and in animals for over 3,000 years. Properly administered by our highly trained veterinarians, acupuncture is one of the safest forms of medical treatment for pets suffering from a wide range of conditions. 

Internal Medicine is a specialty branch of veterinary medicine involving the treatment and management of more complex conditions affecting pets’ internal organs that often coincide with chronic illnesses. Conditions that cannot be effectively managed by your family veterinarian alone will often receive a consult or be referred to an internal medicine specialist to receive a second opinion or to pursue more advanced care options.

Our medical veterinary oncologists are here to support you and your pet throughout their journey. Our goal is to educate you on your pet's diagnosis and provide up-to-date information on available treatment options. Their key focus is always on your pet’s quality of life. Forms of medical oncology treatment can include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, personalized medicine such as targeted therapy and tumor vaccines, and novel therapy trials. 

This treatment allows a pet’s bloodstream to become saturated with more oxygen and can promote faster healing. The increased pressure in the chamber also helps to decrease inflammation. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is useful for a wide variety of cases such as wounds, abscesses, fractures, pancreatitis, Immune diseases, post operative ileus, and more.

During the procedure, the pet is placed in a comfortably sized oxygen chamber where the oxygen levels are increased to 100% (room air is 21%) and the air is pressurized. When the pet breathes in high oxygen and high-pressure air, it flows into the pet’s low oxygen, low pressure blood stream. This high oxygen blood is now in the pet to promote healing, reduce pain, fight infection, and inflammation. Pets will often feel calm and relaxed while in the oxygen chamber and many take naps throughout their treatment. Treatments typically last one to two hours.

To learn more about oxygen therapy and how it can help your pet, please contact us today.

Computed Tomography (CT) scans use many X-rays at different angles to create 3D cross-sectional images of the body in very high resolution. This advanced radiographic equipment is an excellent diagnostic tool, allowing both soft tissues and bones to be evaluated in just one image.

CT scans are very effective in detecting tumors and identifying diseases in a pet’s thorax, nasal cavity, and abdomen. Since the pet must be completely still throughout the scan, anesthesia is typically required.

Radiology encompasses a diverse range of diagnostic imaging including X-ray, Ultrasound, and MRI. We utilize the most up-to-date, cutting-edge technology operated by specially trained veterinary professionals.

Our Veterinary Radiologists have additional education, training, and experience in the field, enabling them to work seamlessly with primary, specialty, and emergency care clinicians to provide advanced image interpretation on acute and complex medical cases.

Minimally invasive surgery is available for select pets and procedures. With smaller incisions than traditional open surgery, many pets experience less discomfort and a faster return to normal activity. Options may include bladder stone removal, spay (ovary removal), gastropexy to help prevent bloat, tissue biopsies, and minimally invasive joint evaluation and treatment. Contact us to learn more and book an appointment to see if your pet is a candidate for minimally invasive surgery.