Advanced Cat and Dog Surgery in Glen Mills, PA
Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists provides advanced, 24/7 board-certified veterinary surgery in Glen Mills, PA. Serving Delaware County and the Greater Philadelphia area, our board-certified DACVS surgeons specialize in complex orthopedic surgeries, including TPLO and fracture repair, soft tissue, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures for dogs and cats.
Pinnacle serves pets referred from Northern Delaware, West Chester, the Main Line, Greater Philadelphia, Wilmington, and surrounding communities.
Does your pet need advanced surgery? Contact our team to set up a surgical consultation to see how we can meet your pet’s needs.
Who Performs Surgery at Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists?
Pinnacle’s surgical team is led by Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (DACVS). A DACVS is a veterinarian who has completed advanced surgical training beyond veterinary school, including a surgical residency and board-certification requirements.
Lauren May VMD, DACVS
Roger Rengert VMD, MS, DACVS
When Should My Pet See a Veterinary Surgeon?
A primary veterinarian may recommend referral when a dog or cat has a condition that requires advanced surgical expertise, specialized equipment, or treatment beyond routine surgery.
Common reasons for a surgical referral include:
- Torn cranial cruciate ligament
- Bone fracture
- Joint instability or dislocation
- Patellar luxation
- Persistent orthopedic pain or lameness
- Gastrointestinal foreign body or obstruction
- Bladder stones requiring surgery
- Internal or external mass requiring removal
- Congenital abnormality requiring surgical correction
- Chest or abdominal condition requiring advanced surgery
- A condition that may benefit from minimally invasive treatment
What Types of Veterinary Surgery Does Pinnacle Perform?
Pinnacle provides both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery for dogs and cats.
Can Pinnacle Treat Surgical Emergencies?
Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for emergency and critical care.
Pets with severe trauma, gastrointestinal obstruction, uncontrolled bleeding, breathing difficulty, or another suspected surgical emergency can be evaluated by the emergency team at any time.
If surgery is needed, the ECC team will determine the appropriate treatment plan based on the patient’s condition and surgical needs.
If your pet may be experiencing an emergency, call Pinnacle at (610) 477-8797.
What Is Recovery Like After Veterinary Surgery?
Recovery depends on the procedure, but most surgical patients need some degree of activity restriction and follow-up care.
Instructions may include:
- Limiting running and jumping
- Monitoring the incision
- Giving prescribed medications
- Following feeding instructions
- Returning for rechecks
- Completing repeat imaging when recommended
- Gradually returning to normal activity
Orthopedic procedures such as TPLO generally require a longer and more structured recovery than many soft tissue procedures.
Whether your pet needs advanced surgery or evaluation for a complex surgical condition, our board-certified veterinary surgeons can help determine the appropriate next step. Contact us to set up a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cat and Dog Surgery
Pinnacle provides both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery for dogs and cats.
A board-certified veterinary surgeon has completed advanced surgical training beyond veterinary school and met certification requirements established by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
Primary veterinarians perform many routine procedures and manage general medical care. Board-certified veterinary surgeons receive additional training focused on advanced and complex surgical procedures.
Pinnacle regularly works with referring veterinarians who provide medical records, diagnostic findings, and imaging for specialty consultations. Contact Pinnacle if you are unsure whether your pet needs a referral before scheduling.
TPLO is an orthopedic surgery commonly used to treat cranial cruciate ligament tears in dogs. The procedure changes the angle of the tibia to stabilize the knee during weight-bearing.
TPLO recovery typically involves an extended period of restricted activity followed by a gradual return to normal exercise. Your surgeon will provide a timeline based on healing and follow-up examinations.
For appropriate cases, minimally invasive techniques may result in smaller incisions, less postoperative discomfort, reduced swelling, and a shorter recovery compared with traditional open surgery.
Yes. Patients who require continued hospitalization can receive overnight monitoring through Pinnacle’s 24/7 emergency and critical care services.
Follow any instructions Pinnacle provides regarding food, medications, or testing. Your primary veterinarian can also send relevant medical records and diagnostic imaging before the appointment.
Pinnacle accepts several payment methods and third-party financing options. Pet owners should review the hospital’s current payment options for details about CareCredit, ScratchPay, pet insurance, and other available options.