Advanced Care

Orthopedic Surgery

Andrea Hayes, VMD, Diplomate ACVS, is our board-certified surgeon. Dr. Hayes a became board surgeon in 1996.

Specialists bring greater understanding to the most serious and complex cases and thus are called upon when advanced knowledge and cutting-edge skills are required. Working with a board-certified specialist ensures that animal patients in need are receiving the best care possible.

Appointments are seen on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Surgeries are performed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Dr. Hayes' surgical services include:

Orthopedic

  • Amputations
  • Arthrodesis
  • Bone biopsies
  • Congenital malformations—delayed non-union, premature growth plate closures
  • Elbow dysplasia (OCD, UAP, MFCP)
  • Fracture repair
  • Hips (FHO, TPO)—dislocation - legg perthes - avascular necrosis
  • Hyperextension injuries -(carpus & tarsus tendon)
  • OCD (shoulder, elbow, stifle)
  • Patellar luxations
  • Stifle (ACL, Meniscal repair)—TTA, lateral suture and tightrope
  • Tendon injuries—Achilles/biceps tendon injury

Soft Tissue

  • Anal sac surgery
  • Cryptorchid surgery
  • Ear canal ablations
  • GOV/gastroplexy
  • Hernia repair
  • Intestinal surgery
  • Mastectomy
  • Nasopharyngeal polyps
  • Paraphimosis
  • Perianal fistulas /hernias
  • Perinea! urethrostomy - non-urgent
  • Rectal Polyps
  • Salivary mucocele
  • Splenectomy
  • Tumor removal
  • Urinary calculi
  • Vulva and tail fold resection


Ancillary Treatments

  • Cryo therapy
  • Laser therapy
  • Osteoarthritis care
  • Platelet rich plasma
  • Stem cell therapy
  • Spryng injection

Diagnostics

  • Arthrography
  • Arthroscopy
  • Digital Radiography
  • Penn Hip
  • Ultrasound

For more information about orthopedic surgical services, please give us a call at 708-246-5445.