Veterinary Surgery
We offer a wide range of surgical procedures for cats and dogs at our Springfield clinic, using stringent surgical protocols.
During each surgery, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment. Your pet will also be provided with pain management.
Post-operative monitoring and pain management are our priorities after surgery, and we will also provide thorough instructions for at-home care.
What to Expect from Surgery
We constantly keep you up to date on why we are proposing a surgical treatment and any post-operative care your pet may require at home. At our facility, we follow strict surgical standards.
Surgical Procedures
At Greenbrier-Springfield Animal Hospital, we perform medical surgeries to help treat disease and conditions in pets or to repair injuries sustained through trauma.
Our Springfield vets 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, cardiothoracic, gastrointestinal and skin disorders.
- Spaying & Neutering
When we spay or neuter a cat or dog, we surgically sterilize them to prevent unwanted offspring, reduce the chances of disease and provide them with an extended life expectancy.
- C-Sections
During Caesarean sections, we surgically remove puppies or kittens from their mother's uterus.
C-sections are typically performed when the mother is unable to give birth naturally.
- Ocular
If your pet is experiencing pain, redness or other symptoms in or around their eyes, they may need ocular surgery.
Common ocular procedures for cats and dogs include eyelid tumor removal, ectropion surgery, entropion surgery, cataract surgery, exenteration of the orbit and cherry eye surgery.
If your cat or dog requires a veterinary surgical specialist to perform the surgery, our veterinarians will refer you to a veterinary surgeon near Springfield and Greenbrier and work closely with your animal surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
- Mass Removal
Masses can also grow inside a body cavity as well as on the skin, and they can be serious or life-threatening, especially if left untreated.
Mass removal surgery is a fairly common procedure for both cats and dogs.
- Wounds
Wounds occur when living tissue has been damaged, such as from a cut, burn or tear.
It's imperative that these wounds be cleaned, disinfected, and appropriately cared for by a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible.
- Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgeries correct injuries and diseases of the bones, ligaments, joints, tendons, and other skeletal structures. If your pet suffers from a condition or injury requiring advanced specialized care, your vet will refer your dog or cat to a vet surgeon near Springfield.
- 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 understand that the prospect of bringing your pet in for surgery can be frightening. Please be assured that we recommend surgery only when it is in the best interests of your furry companion.
We will make certain that you completely understand why we are proposing surgery and that you are confident in your choice to proceed.
If your pet requires advanced care, our vets will refer you to a veterinary surgeon near Springfield, and work closely with your vet surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
Surgical protocols at our clinic 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 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.
New Patients Welcome
Greenbrier-Springfield Animal Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Springfield companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.