Pet Surgery
We offer a wide range of surgical procedures for cats and dogs at our Des Moines clinic, using stringent surgical protocols.
In the course of each surgery, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using our dedicated patient monitoring devices. We will also be sure to provide your with pain management.
Post-operative monitoring and pain management are our priorities following surgery. Your vet will also provide thorough instructions for at-home care.
What to Expect from Veterinary Surgery
We will always keep you fully informed about why we are recommending a given surgical procedure. We will also advise your about any preparation or post-operative care you will need to provide for your pet at home. We always practice stringent surgical protocols.
Surgical Procedures
At Des Moines Veterinary Hospital, we perform emergency and elective medical surgeries in order to help treat conditions and diseases in pets, as well as to repair injuries sustained through trauma.
Our Des Moines vets routinely perform the following elective and non-elective surgeries:
The Veterinary Surgery Process
We know that the prospect of bringing your pet in for surgery can be an intimidating one. But please be assured that we only recommend veterinary surgery when it is in your pet's best interests.
We will ensure that you fully understand why we are recommending veterinary surgery, and that you are comfortable making the decision to move ahead.
If your pet requires advanced care, our vets will refer you to a veterinary surgeon near Des Moines, and work closely with your vet surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
Surgical protocols at our clinic include:
Pre-surgical assessments. We will confirm the specifics of the procedure, complete a physical examination of the patient, and make sure blood tests have been completed and reviewed by the vet in order to determine if your pet faces any risk of anesthesia-related complications.
Dedicated surgical suites. We perform surgeries in our dedicated surgical suite. The room is kept entirely sterile to prevent cross-contamination or infection.
Surgical attire. Our staff wear disposable caps and masks at all times when they are in the surgical suite. Those involved in the procedure itself will also wear sterile gowns and single-use gloves.
Sterile packs and equipment. We carefully clean, sterilize and wrap our surgical instruments and equipment prior to every surgery.