Animal Orthopaedic Clinic of Florida
Animal Orthopaedic Clinic of Florida is an orthopedic surgery practice in Gainesville, FL, led by a DACVS-credentialed surgeon. Procedures include Minimally invasive fracture repair, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy, and Total Joint Replacement.
About
Animal Orthopaedic Clinic of Florida is a standalone surgical center in Gainesville dedicated exclusively to veterinary orthopaedic surgery for dogs and cats. The practice is led by an ACVS Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon who holds Founding Fellowship status in both joint replacement and minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery. The facility is designed for surgical safety and efficiency, featuring advanced air filtration systems and positive air pressured operating rooms to maintain an optimal environment for patient care.
The clinic provides comprehensive orthopaedic solutions ranging from common joint conditions to complex trauma, including fractures, dislocations, and limb deformities. As a mission-driven practice, the clinic integrates clinical service with research and teaching, aiming to provide advanced orthopaedic care without the constraints of corporate profit targets. The team manages musculoskeletal issues across all major joints and is recognized as a center for total hip replacement and TPLO procedures.
Surgical team
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Stanley Kim
BVSc, MS, DACVS-SA
Dr. Stanley Kim is a board-certified veterinary surgeon and recognized leader in small animal orthopedic surgery, with particular expertise in total joint replacement, cranial cruciate ligament disease, minimally invasive fracture repair, and 3D surgical planning.
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Katie Hatch Kim
DVM
Procedures
Equipment
- Positive air pressured operating rooms
- Advanced air filtration systems
Frequently asked questions
- What surgical qualifications does the head clinician at Animal Orthopaedic Clinic of Florida hold?
- The clinic is led by Dr. Stanley Kim, who is an ACVS Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon. He is also an ACVS Founding Fellow in both Joint Replacement Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery (Orthopaedics), a distinction awarded to surgeons who helped define the highest standards in advanced veterinary surgery.
- Does the clinic perform total hip replacements?
- Yes, the clinic is a center for total hip replacement surgery. This procedure involves replacing the entire hip joint with implants to restore near-normal function in dogs with advanced hip dysplasia or persistent pain that has not responded to medical management.
- What types of orthopaedic conditions does the clinic treat?
- The orthopaedic team manages conditions across all major joints, including the hips, stifle, tarsus, shoulder, elbow, and carpus. They treat developmental, degenerative, and injury-related problems, such as fractures, dislocations, limb deformities, and muscle or tendon injuries resulting from trauma like falls or accidents.
- What features are included in the clinic's surgical facility?
- The clinic is a standalone surgical center designed for safety and efficiency. It features advanced air filtration systems and positive air pressured operating rooms to ensure an optimal environment for orthopaedic procedures.