Veterinary Surgery

Soft tissue surgery covers a range of procedures that involve the ears, nose, and throat, as well as mass removals and the treatment of flesh wounds. Almost all surgical procedures not covering the musculoskeletal system may be considered soft tissue surgery.

Spay and neuter procedures are performed on cats or dogs to surgically sterilize them, prevent disease and provide these pets with an extended life expectancy.

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Common ocular procedures for cats and dogs include ectropion surgery, entropion surgery and exenteration of the orbit.

If your cat or dog requires a veterinary surgical specialist to perform the surgery, our veterinarians will refer you to a pet surgeon near Modesto and work closely with your animal surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care. 

Cats and dogs can develop masses associated with the skin. Masses can also grow inside a body cavity and can be serious or life-threatening.

Mass removal surgery is a fairly common procedure for both cats and dogs as well as many exotic pet species.

If your companion has eaten an object they shouldn't have or an accident has left them injured, we can perform foreign body surgery to remove it.

In some cases, specialized skills or equipment are needed to perform veterinary surgery. Should your pet require a surgical specialist, we will refer out to a board-certified veterinary surgeon to accomplish whatever surgical procedure your pet might need.

Wounds occur when living tissue has been cut, broken, burnt, torn, or otherwise damaged.

It is essential for wounds to be cleaned, disinfected, and appropriately cared for by a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible.

Orthopedic surgeries correct injuries and diseases of the bones, ligaments, joints, tendons, and other skeletal structures in your pet.

At Veterinary Medical Associates, we perform a range of orthopedic surgeries, including extracapsular surgery to treat cranial cruciate injuries in dogs.

If your dog or cat is suffering from a condition or injury that requires advanced specialized care a veterinary surgeon will refer your pet to the nearest specialist.

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Our veterinarians provide dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from common tooth extractions and gum disease treatments to more complex jaw fracture repairs.

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