A board-certified surgeon, or veterinary surgery specialist, is a veterinarian who has pursued an additional four years of advanced surgical training and passed a rigorous specialty examination. With their extensive surgical experience, veterinary surgeons can perform a wider array of surgeries and address more complicated surgical needs than are typically managed by a primary care veterinarian. They also complete focused continuing education to stay up to date on the latest advancements in veterinary surgery, which, as in human surgery, have progressed rapidly in recent years.
As part of a multi-specialty veterinary hospital, our board-certified veterinary surgeons believe that teamwork is critical to providing excellent patient care. Our collaborative group supports one another in complex surgeries, working closely with our anesthesiologist and surgery nurses to provide the best outcome for your pet. Advanced diagnostic imaging (digital x-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy) may assist in surgical planning and is performed with the expertise of our board-certified veterinary radiologists. Postoperative care in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is provided 24/7/365 by board-certified Criticalists, emergency veterinarians, and licensed veterinary technicians. The team at AESC also includes veterinary specialists in the fields of Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Rehabilitation.
We recognize that surgery is a stressful time for you and your pet, and our team is here to offer compassion, skill and expertise. To schedule a consultation with one of our veterinary surgeons, please call (720) 842-5050.
See below for the common advanced surgical procedures performed by our board-certified surgeons. Click any link below to learn more about the surgical procedures and the underlying conditions they treat.
If your pet needs a surgical procedure not found on the above list, please contact us to discuss your pet’s needs.
