Surgery | Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH)

Soft Tissue Surgery

Overview

Soft tissue surgery involves procedures that do not involve the bones or joints. This includes surgeries of the ear, nose, and throat; cardio-thoracic operations; hepatic (liver) procedures; gastrointestinal surgeries; urogenital interventions; skin reconstruction; and oncological (cancer-related) surgeries.

If your pet requires soft tissue surgery, our team is committed to ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the entire process—from pre-surgery preparation to post-surgery recovery.

A variety of Soft Tissue Procedures are available, including but not limited to:

Head and Neck

Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome Repair (soft palate, stenotic nares, laryngeal stents)
Ear surgery (TECA, Polyps, Ventral Bulla Osteotomy)
Tonsil surgery
Tongue surgery
Oral surgery (Mandibulectomy/Maxillectomy)
Laryngeal paralysis
Salivary mucocele
Thyroid and Parathyroid gland removal

Abdominal/Perineal

Anal gland masses
Anal sacculectomy for anal sac infections/impactions/abscesses
Biopsies
C-section
Gall Bladder disease
Gastrointestinal surgery (foreign body, tumors)
GDV (gastric-dilatation volvulus)
Kidney disease (Nephrectomy/Stones)
Liver surgery (biopsy, portosystemic shunts, tumor removal)
Lower urinary tract disease (cystotomy, ectopic ureters, ureterostomy, urethrostomy)
Pancreatic surgery
Perineal and scrotal urethrostomy
Splenectomy

Skin

Reconstructive surgery (skin grafts and flaps)
Tumor removal
Wound management and repair

Thoracic

Cardiac surgery (PDA)
Chylothorax
Pericardectomy
Lung disease (bullae, cancer, torsion)
Rib Resection
Pleural port placement
Thoracotomy

Orthopedic Surgery

Overview

Orthopedic surgery focuses on treating conditions involving bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles—areas where your pet may experience pain or discomfort.

If your pet requires veterinary orthopedic surgery, our team will prioritize their safety and comfort throughout the entire process, from pre-surgery preparation to post-surgery recovery.

A variety of Orthopedic Procedures are available, including but not limited to:

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) for CCL rupture (TPLO is recommended for any dog bigger than the standard purse)
Patella Luxation

Fractures
Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO)

Why would my pet need orthopedic surgery?

Orthopedic surgery can help animals who suffer from joint problems, torn ligaments, broken bones, and can even help correct congenital problems. Most orthopedic surgery is focused on the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), sometimes referred to as the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL).

When should I seek orthopedic care for my pet?

Pay attention to the way your pet is moving around, any unusual changes may mean they have an orthopedic condition.

Typical symptoms of an orthopedic disorder include difficulty getting up, favoring a leg intermittently when walking, limping - swelling in the leg, stiffness or decreased activity level. If you notice any of these problems, you should take your pet to our facility for an examination.

How are typical orthopedic injuries treated?

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)

Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy is used to repair a torn ligament by changing the dynamic of the animal’s knee. The ligament becomes irrelevant to the stability of the knee by counteracting the force that caused the ligament to tear. The reconstructive surgery cuts the tibia bone, rotates it, and becomes held in place with metal plates. This is an extremely effective long-term solution for the injury.

Luxating Patella Surgery

Patellar luxation is a dislocated kneecap and most commonly seen in small breed dogs. Most patellar luxation occurs when the patellar displaces from its normal position to the inside of the knee. Pets with this condition may have an intermittent non-weight bearing lameness and you may even hear a popping noise in their knee. There are many ways to treat this from a simple knee brace for a Grade 1 luxation, to realignment surgery for lower grade luxations. Bring your pet in so we can determine the best way to treat the luxation.

Fracture Repairs

A fracture is a break in the bone or cartilage and can be repaired from simple external splinting to more advanced internal plating. Fractures are typically caused by trauma, a disease or tumor in the bone, or stress applied to a certain bone.

Our veterinarians adhere to the highest level of care standards for all surgical procedures. Our highly skilled doctors place the utmost emphasis on pain management to ensure your pet is safe and comfortable throughout the treatment process. Using advanced technology, your pet's vital signs are monitored by our veterinary technicians, who will remain with your pet through recovery.

Why choose Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Wichita?

Our beautiful facility has fully equipped surgical suites. We have a fully equipped intensive-care unit (ICU) and surgical recovery unit so that we can attend to your pet’s every need.
We formulate an anesthesia plan that is tailored specifically to your pet's condition and monitoring before, during, and after surgery, just like a human hospital!
Our skilled surgical team, including experienced nurses and a highly qualified surgeon, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for your pet.
We will provide care for your pet and treat your pet as if he/she were ours! Your pet is never alone!
We have an experienced team of emergency doctors and emergency nurses who will provide the care that your pet deserves.

Before your pet goes home, we will thoroughly review instructions for care at home, and they will be typed out in 1-3 pages. If you have any questions or concerns, call us!

We will also ensure that we provide reliable follow-up and communication with your family veterinarian.

Skilled & Innovative Surgical Care

Our surgical team consists of highly trained experts who have dedicated years to mastering their field. After completing four years of veterinary school, our specialists undergo extensive additional training under the guidance of experienced small animal surgeons. At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of care for both you and your pet. To learn more about our expert veterinary surgical team, click below.