Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery
Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery is an orthopedic surgery practice in Minneapolis, MN.
About
Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery is a mobile small animal surgical practice serving the greater Minneapolis & St. Paul metropolitan area. The practice is led by board-certified specialists in small animal surgery: Dr. Scott Murphy, Dr. Melissa Hoffer, and Dr. Andrea Vai, all Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. They provide state-of-the-art surgical procedures.
As a mobile surgical practice, Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery performs the vast majority of its procedures in the referring veterinarian's hospital. This model allows surgery to be conducted in a convenient and familiar location for the pet and client. Primary veterinarians arrange procedures directly, and patients requiring advanced diagnostic or therapeutic care are referred to appropriate facilities.
Frequently asked questions
- What type of veterinary practice is Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery?
- Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery operates as a mobile small animal surgical practice. They deliver surgical procedures directly to patients within the convenience of the referring veterinarian's hospital. This approach allows the surgery to be performed in an environment familiar to the client and their pet, with the primary veterinarian coordinating the arrangements.
- Are the surgeons at Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery board-certified?
- Yes, the surgeons at Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery are board-certified specialists in small animal surgery. Dr. Scott Murphy, Dr. Melissa Hoffer, and Dr. Andrea Vai are all Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, having completed specialized training and achieved certification in their field.
- What types of surgical procedures does Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery perform?
- Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery performs a wide range of small animal surgical procedures. These include orthopedic surgeries such as ACL repair, TPLO, patella luxation, and fracture management for various bones. They also conduct soft tissue surgeries including abdominal exploratories, tumor excisions, and procedures for conditions affecting the head, neck, cardiovascular, and urogenital systems.
- How does a pet owner schedule a surgical procedure with Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery?
- Pet owners cannot directly schedule appointments or surgical procedures with Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery. All arrangements must be made through the pet's regular veterinary clinic. The primary veterinarian works directly with Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery to determine the diagnosis, therapeutic plan, and schedule the procedure.
- Does Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery provide post-operative care instructions?
- Yes, Twin Cities Veterinary Surgery provides instructions for post-operative care for various procedures. These include guidance for conditions such as ACL repair, arthrodesis, fracture management, patella luxation, and TPLO care. Specific instructions are available for general surgery and more specialized procedures.
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