Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital
Surgical Services
Veterinary Surgery
Our team is equipped to perform various surgical interventions such as hernia repair, ear canal surgery, soft palate surgery, removal of skin tumors and lumps, cruciate ligament repair, patella surgery, eye and eyelid surgeries including entropion and ectropion, anal gland surgery, bloat prevention/stomach tacking, and oral surgery.
Our state-of-the-art surgical suite meets the highest standards set by the American Animal Hospital Association. Each surgical procedure is supported by a dedicated surgical technician who monitors the patient throughout the surgery and recovery process. The surgical suite features advanced monitoring tools, including EKG, pulse, oxygen, and body temperature monitoring. Patient support is enhanced with IV fluids, heated surgical tables, and warm air blankets, ensuring optimal conditions are maintained during procedures.
Throughout the recovery period, our trained staff ensures that every pet remains comfortable, pain-free, and free from anxiety, providing attentive care to promote a smooth recuperation.
In addition to emergency situations, our veterinarians are equipped to perform a variety of routine or planned surgeries, including:
Spays and neuters
Hernia repair
Ear canal surgery
Surgery of the soft palate
Surgical removal of skin tumors and lumps
Cruciate ligament repair.
Patella surgery
Eye and eyelid surgeries, including entropion and ectropion.
Anal gland surgery
Bloat prevention/stomach tacking
Oral surgery
Monitoring and Support
Every patient is assigned a surgical technician to help monitor him or her during the procedure and throughout recovery as well. Some of the tools we use and systems we track include:
IV fluids
EKG monitor
Pulse and oxygen monitor
Body temperature monitor
Heated surgical tables and warm air blankets to maintain temperature
Esophageal stethoscope
Blood pressure monitoring