Surgery

The surgical specialty comprises the subdisciplines of soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. BrightHeart surgeons are trained in all aspects of surgery, and have developed special interests in specific areas such as orthopedics, cancer surgery, minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy) and arthroscopy. Accreditation is granted by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

BrightHeart’s surgical specialists are available for internal consultation and second opinions either in person or via the network-wide diagnostic platform.

A board certified veterinary surgeon is a licensed veterinarian who has obtained intensive, additional surgical training. A veterinary surgeon can offer special assistance in the following kinds of cases:

• Traumatic injury and emergencies (such as fractures, skin wounds and lacerations, correction of gastric dilatation-volvulus, and exploratory (abdominal/thoracic) surgery
• Orthopedic surgeries (such as total hip replacements (THRs), cruciate ligament surgeries (TPLOs), and arthroscopy (for joint exploration).
• Soft tissue surgeries (such as tumor/cancer removal and correction of congenital defects).
• Neurological surgeries (such as herniated discs and spinal injuries).