What is a Veterinary Surgeon?
Veterinary specialists have undergone additional training after veterinary school. Training consists of a minimum of a 1-year internship, followed by a 3-year residency. A rigorous examination must then be passed in order to become board-certified. If your animal develops a problem or injury requiring advanced care or procedures, your primary veterinarian may refer you to a veterinary specialist. Specialists have advanced equipment and offer a higher level of expertise that helps ensure the best possible outcome for your pet.
Dr. Jason Eisele is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and is also a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. He has been a practicing veterinary surgeon for 15+ years.
General FAQs
We understand that surgery is a stressful event for both you and your pet. Here are a few frequently asked questions that we hope will help.
Before surgery: Dr. Eisele will perform a full evaluation of your pet before surgery. If you have specific questions or concerns, please let the staff know at drop off.
After surgery: Dr. Eisele will call you when your pet is in recovery. He will discuss any findings, prognosis, and discharge instructions with you.
Surgical procedures that are performed by us at your primary veterinary hospital do not usually require an overnight stay. However, every surgery/situation is different, so be sure to discuss this with your pet’s veterinarian ahead of surgery.
Cost largely depends on the surgery performed. Since our surgical services are billed through your pet’s primary veterinarian, please reach out to them for an estimate.
The veterinarian who referred you to us is your primary point of contact for any questions/concerns you may still have. Don’t be afraid to reach out to them. They can always request a pre-consultation with us if needed.
Since we don’t have our own surgical facilities, you will need to go through your primary care veterinarian to request a second opinion with us. This is generally the best option since they already know your pet’s history and have their records. Even if your veterinarian hasn’t worked with us before, they can use our online referral form to send us your pet’s information.
If there is a circumstance in which you don’t feel comfortable working through your primary care vet or your pet’s primary vet is out-of-state, please use the Contact Us form to reach out to us directly. We will be happy to work with you through one of our trusted veterinary partners.
Resources
Animal issues requiring surgery – a comprehensive guide for pet owners: https://www.acvs.org/topics/?_animal_type=small-animal
Quick Link Guide
Links to common issues that we treat with surgical intervention.
Rupture of the CrCL is one of the most common reasons for hind limb lameness, pain, and subsequent knee arthritis. There are multiple treatment options.
Otitis externa is an inflammation of the ear canal. When the ear canal is completely blocked by thickened lining or a tumor, surgery becomes necessary.
