Our veterinarians perform a variety of veterinary surgeries, from soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries to dental surgery and spays & neuters procedures for Richmond pets.
Veterinary Surgery
We are proud to offer a wide array of surgical procedures for cats and dogs in the Richmond area using advanced surgical techniques and stringent safety protocols.
During each surgery, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment. Pain management will also be provided.
Postoperative monitoring and pain management are our priorities following surgery. Your vet will also provide comprehensive instructions for care once they return home.
What to Expect from Vet Surgery
We always keep you fully informed about why we are recommending a surgical procedure and how to care for your pet at home following the surgery. We practice stringent surgical protocols at our hospital.
Surgical Procedures
Our vets at Broad Street Veterinary Hospital routinely perform the following elective and non-elective surgeries:
- Soft Tissue Surgery
For pets suffering from ear, nose and throat disorders, we offer soft tissue surgical procedures.
These procedures are also available for hepatic, urogenital, oncological, gastrointestinal and skin disorders.
- C-Sections
During Caesarean sections, we remove puppies or kittens from their mother's uterus.
C-sections are typically performed with the mother is unable to give birth naturally.
- Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgeries correct injuries and diseases of the bones, ligaments, joints, tendons and other skeletal structures in your pet.
- Spaying & Neutering
When we spay or neuter a cat or dog, we surgically sterilize them to prevent disease and provide them with an extended life expectancy.
- Dental Surgery
Our veterinarians provide dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from tooth extractions to gum disease treatment and jaw fracture repairs.
The Surgery Process
We know that the prospect of bringing your pet in for surgery can be daunting and frightening. Please be assured, however, that we only recommend surgery for your pet when it is in the best interests of your furry family member.
We will make sure that you completely understand why we recommend surgery and are comfortable in making the decision to move ahead with the procedure.
Surgical protocols at our hospital include:
Pre-surgical assessments. We will confirm the specifics of the procedure, complete a physical examination of the patient, and make sure blood tests have been completed and reviewed by the vet in order to determine if your pet faces any risk of anesthesia-related complications.
Dedicated surgical suites. Surgeries are performed in a dedicated surgical suite. This room is kept completely sterile to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Surgical attire. Our staff wears disposable caps and masks at all times when they are in the surgical suite. Those involved in the procedure itself will also wear sterile gowns and single-use gloves.
Sterile packs and equipment. We carefully clean, sterilize and wrap our surgical instruments and equipment prior to every surgery.