ADVANCED SURGERY & ORTHOPAEDICS

Advanced Surgery & Orthopaedics

OUR SURGICAL DEPARTMENT IS THE CORNERSTONE OF CARLINGFORD VETERINARY HOSPITAL.

While many local clinics refer complex cases elsewhere, we have invested in the high-level equipment and senior surgical expertise required to perform advanced procedures right here in our purpose-built facility.

With over 30 years of experience in orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, our team is dedicated to restoring your pet’s mobility and quality of life through precise, compassionate care.

ORTHOPAEDIC EXCELLENCE

We specialise in treating disorders of the bones, joints, and ligaments. Our senior surgeons are highly experienced in:

TPLO (Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy)
TPLO (Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy)

The gold-standard surgical treatment for cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) ruptures in dogs.

Patellar Luxation Repair
Patellar Luxation Repair

Correcting kneecaps that "slip" out of place to prevent long-term arthritis.

Fracture Repair
Fracture Repair

Using advanced plating and pinning techniques to ensure bones heal with proper alignment.

Cruciate Ligament Surgery
Cruciate Ligament Surgery

Providing various surgical options tailored to your pet's size and activity level.

ADVANCED SOFT TISSUE SURGERY

From routine procedures to life-saving interventions, our surgical suites are equipped for:

Brachycephalic Airway (BOAS) Correction
Improving the quality of life for "flat-faced" breeds through specialised airway surgery.
Emergency Procedures
Including Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV/Bloat) correction, splenectomies, and foreign body removals.
Reproductive Surgery
Expertly handled caesareans and pyometra procedures.
Oncological Surgery
Precision removal of tumours and lumps (lumpectomies) with a focus on clean margins and recovery.

A SAFER SURGICAL EXPERIENCE

We understand that surgery can be a stressful time for pet parents. We have designed our protocols to mirror the safety standards of specialist human hospitals:

  • Advanced Monitoring: We use modern ECG, pulse oximetry, and blood pressure monitoring to track vital signs in real-time.

  • Patient Comfort: Our surgery tables are hydraulic and heated to keep your pet warm and stable during their procedure.

  • Sterile Environments: We maintain strict sterile protocols, with a dedicated dental suite separate from our sterile surgery rooms to prevent cross-contamination.

  • Multimodal Pain Management: Every patient receives a tailored pain relief plan, often including pre-operative sedation to ensure they wake up calm and comfortable.

RECOVERY & POST-OPERATIVE CARE

Our commitment to your pet doesn't end when they leave the theatre. We provide:

  • On-site Hospitalisation: Spacious accommodation for post-surgical monitoring.

  • Comprehensive Discharge Plans: Clear instructions for home care, medication, and follow-up physiotherapy advice.

  • Rehabilitation Support: Future-ready facilities, including a hydrobath for geriatric and post-surgical physiotherapy.

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