Veterinary Services
Veterinary Surgery in St. Louis, MO
At Hillside Animal Hospital, we offer state-of-the-art veterinary surgery in St. Louis, MO, performing a wide range of routine and advanced procedures with the highest commitment to safety and patient comfort.
Comprehensive Surgical Excellence for Dogs and Cats
When your pet requires a surgical procedure, you want to know they are in highly capable, compassionate hands. Our experienced veterinary team is equipped to perform nearly any surgery your dog or cat might need throughout their life. From standard elective procedures to intricate internal operations, we maintain an advanced, full surgical suite designed to deliver optimal clinical outcomes.
While we manage the vast majority of medical and surgical needs directly at our hospital, we prioritize your pet’s health above all else. For exceptionally rare or complex conditions that require highly specialized equipment or advanced training, we will seamlessly collaborate with board-certified veterinary surgeons to ensure your companion receives the most effective care available.
Our Surgical Services
Our skilled doctors utilize up-to-date techniques across several key areas of veterinary surgery:
General Elective Surgeries (Spay & Neuter)
Routine spaying and neutering are vital components of lifelong pet wellness care. These procedures prevent unplanned litters, reduce problematic behavioral issues, and protect your pet from severe reproductive health conditions later in life, such as uterine infections and mammary or testicular tumors.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery encompasses any procedure that does not involve bones or joints. Our veterinarians are highly trained in a diverse range of soft tissue interventions, including:
- Gastrointestinal & Hepatic: Removing foreign bodies, correcting blockages, and managing liver or stomach disorders.
- Urogenital: Resolving bladder stones, treating urinary tract blockages, and performing reproductive surgeries.
- Oncologic & Mass Removals: Safely excising external tumors, skin masses, or internal growths, with biopsy options available to guide ongoing cancer treatments.
- Ear, Nose, & Throat: Addressing chronic ear issues, airway blockages, or facial soft tissue trauma.
Orthopedic Surgery
When bone, ligament, or joint issues impact your pet’s mobility, orthopedic surgery can restore their freedom of movement. We perform corrective procedures to address fractures, joint injuries, and degenerative conditions, helping your pet return to a pain-free, active lifestyle.
Uncompromising Safety: Our Anesthesia and Monitoring Protocols
We understand that sending a beloved pet into surgery can be stressful. Making sure our patients remain safe during surgery and other medical procedures is extremely important to us.
Anesthesia and patient monitoring vary greatly from clinic to clinic, but you can be completely confident that Hillside Animal Hospital utilizes the most effective, up-to-date protocols in veterinary medicine. Every surgical procedure we perform—whether routine or advanced—includes strict safety benchmarks:
- Pre-Anesthetic Evaluation: We conduct a physical exam and comprehensive pre-anesthetic diagnostic testing (such as blood work) to verify that your pet’s liver, kidneys, and heart are healthy enough to process anesthesia.
- Dedicated Monitoring: Throughout the entire procedure, a skilled veterinary technician is dedicated solely to monitoring your pet’s vital signs, including heart rate, oxygen levels, blood pressure, and temperature.
- Advanced Pain Management: We utilize multi-modal pain management before, during, and after surgery to intercept pain signals before they begin, ensuring a much smoother recovery.
- Hospitalization Capabilities: If your pet requires intensive post-operative monitoring, fluid therapy, or injectable medications, our clinic offers overnight hospitalization to keep them safe and stable.