Surgical Services
At Woodworth Animal Hospital, we believe in providing the highest level of surgical care for our patients. We offer an extensive range of surgical procedures, including spaying, neutering and soft tissue surgery. Your pet’s safety and comfort are our top priorities. We work with pet owners to understand their pet’s unique needs and minimize discomfort during and after the procedure.
Dog & Cat Surgical Procedures in Waynesboro, VA
Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest anesthetic and surgical technologies to ensure that your pet’s procedure is safe and effective. Our experienced veterinary team utilizes advanced monitoring equipment to track your pet’s vital signs during the procedure and ensure that they remain stable and comfortable. We also provide a pre-surgical consultation to pet owners, where we discuss the surgical procedure, potential risks, and postoperative aftercare.
We understand that having your pet undergo surgery can be a stressful and anxious experience. That’s why our team works hand-in-hand with pet owners, ensuring that they are comfortable and informed throughout the process. We take the time to sit down with clients to explain the surgical procedure and answer any questions they may have. Our veterinary team also offers guidance on postoperative care, including medication, exercise limitations, and general care.
Elective and Specialty Spays & Neuters
Deciding to spay or neuter your pet is a significant step towards improving their health and wellbeing. By removing the reproductive organs, you are preventing unexpected litters and protecting your pets from various reproductive cancers and diseases. Spay and Neuter surgeries are a key component of preventative wellness care, ensuring your pet leads a longer, healthier life. We are equipped to take care all of the following: Spay, Neuter, Cryptorchid neuter, Pyometra spay and scrotal ablation.
Ocular and Aural Surgeries
We provide expert ocular and aural surgeries to treat a variety of eye and ear conditions such as Aural hematoma repair, Cherry eye repair (tuck or laser), Entropion/Ectropion/ Third eyelid flap, Enucleation (eye removal), Lateral ear canal resection and Pinnectomy.
Abdominal Surgeries
Abdominal surgeries include a range of surgeries that include the stomach or intestines as well as surgeries on abdominal structures such as the spleen and liver. There are many different types of abdominal and gastrointestinal surgeries such as Cystotomy (bladder stone removal), Gastropexy, Surgical liver biopsy, Splenectomy, exploratory laparotomy/ Foreign body removal. The exact nature of surgical care that your pet needs will largely differ and depend on the findings and pre-surgical planning done alongside our team. Whether such a procedure is performed as an emergency or planned, your pet will be in great hands.
Soft Tissue Surgeries
Our veterinarians perform a wide range of soft tissue surgeries that involve your pet’s internal organs, body wall, masses/tumors and other defects. Common veterinary soft tissue surgeries mass/tumor removals, laceration and wound repair, Mastectomy, Vulvoplasty and more.
Brachycephalic
The term Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome refers to the combination of several problems involving the respiratory system. These are commonly seen in breeds such as the English bulldog, French bulldog, Pug, Pekingese, and Boston terrier. Soft palate resection is performed using a scalpel blade, scissors, or our surgical laser. Correction of stenotic nares, if present, helps improve breathing and is done at the same time. We offer both of these surgeries known as Rhinoplasty (stenotic nares) and Soft palate resection. These can also be easily done while your pet is under for spay/neuter!
Other Surgeries
We also offer a variety of other surgical procedures such as Amputations (leg, tail, toe), Anal Sacculectomy, Flush and pack anal glands, Flush nasolacrimal ducts, Hernia repair (Umbilical, Inguinal and perineal), Salivary gland surgery, Urethrostomy, Perineal urethrostomy, Abdominocentesis and Thoracocentesis
Is Anesthesia Safe?
Having a pet undergo anesthesia can be understandably worrisome for owners. Even in the human medical field, no anesthetic procedure is completely risk-free. Ensuring the comfort and safety of your pet during surgery is of utmost importance to us. Each patient receives a thorough pre-surgical exam and a personalized anesthetic plan tailored to their specific needs so we can provide comprehensive care before, during and after the surgical procedure. Each surgery patient has a Doctor, Licensed Vet Tech and assistant monitoring and caring for them the entire time they are with us.
Our veterinary team employs modern anesthesia techniques. We carefully monitor vital signs throughout the procedure including heart activity, ECG, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, respiratory system and temperature, and our experienced staff is trained to manage pain effectively. Our commitment to anesthesia and pain management reflects our dedication to providing a stress-free and comfortable experience for your pet, both during and after surgery.
If you have questions about anesthesia, please don’t hesitate to ask!
Laser Surgery
We are fortunate to offer laser surgery as an alternative to traditional scalpel surgery. The surgical laser uses a highly focused laser beam that seals blood vessels and nerve endings along the incision. A secondary benefit is killing any bacteria encountered along the surgical line. We highly recommend using the laser for all surgeries, especially those with a high bleeding potential.
Important benefits of pet laser surgery include:
- Reducing post-op inflammation
- Decreasing bleeding
- Reducing post-op pain
- Decreasing surgery and anesthetic time
At Woodworth Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality surgical services to pets of all ages. Our goal is to ensure that both you and your pet are informed and comfortable throughout the process. Our veterinary staff and surgeons are highly trained and experienced in handling various surgical procedures and ensuring that your pet’s recovery goes as smoothly as possible.
To learn more about our surgical offerings or to discuss your pet’s situation with our team, please call us at (540) 942-5163.
