Veterinary Orthopedic Services
Veterinary Orthopedic Services is an orthopedic surgery practice in Cottonwood Heights, UT.
About
Veterinary Orthopedic Services specializes in orthopedic surgery and diagnostics for dogs and cats, with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Dale Smith has focused his practice on veterinary orthopedics since 1991, and Dr. Paul Steinman joined the team in 2017. They offer a complete array of services including fracture repair, tendon and ligament replacement, total hip replacement, and various hip, knee, and joint surgeries, often utilizing arthroscopic techniques to minimize trauma and speed recovery.
The clinic operates a mobile service, traveling to veterinary hospitals along the Wasatch Front, from Provo to Ogden and east to Park City, to perform examinations and surgeries. For patients outside this travel area, services are provided at their facility in Salt Lake City, located within Hillside Veterinary Hospital. Post-operative care includes 24/7 availability for questions and concerns, with comprehensive pain management strategies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What specific orthopedic surgeries does Veterinary Orthopedic Services provide for pets?
- Veterinary Orthopedic Services offers a complete array of orthopedic services for dogs and cats. These include fracture repair, tendon and ligament replacement and repair, total hip replacement, and other hip, knee, and joint surgeries. For many joint procedures, they utilize arthroscopic surgery to reduce trauma and aid recovery.
- How does Veterinary Orthopedic Services manage pain for surgical patients?
- Pain management is closely monitored and controlled throughout the pre-operative, operative, and post-operative periods. All surgical patients receive epidural injections of morphine and are discharged with pain medications to manage discomfort during their recovery at home. They are also available 24/7 for post-operative questions.
- Who are the veterinary orthopedic specialists at Veterinary Orthopedic Services?
- Dr. Dale Smith has limited his practice to veterinary orthopedic diagnostics and surgery since 1991, bringing extensive experience to the team. In 2017, Dr. Paul Steinman, DVM, joined the staff. Both specialists provide their expertise in orthopedic care for dogs and cats.
- Does Veterinary Orthopedic Services offer mobile orthopedic services?
- Yes, Veterinary Orthopedic Services travels to veterinary clinics along the Wasatch Front, from Provo to Ogden and east to Park City, to perform orthopedic examinations and surgery. This allows pets to receive care at their most comfortable hospital environment.
- What specialized surgical techniques does Veterinary Orthopedic Services employ for joint procedures?
- For many joint surgeries, Veterinary Orthopedic Services performs arthroscopic surgery. This technique is utilized to minimize surgical trauma, reduce post-operative discomfort for the pet, and speed up the recovery process, contributing to better patient outcomes.