Veterinary Surgery in Tyler, TX
At Premier Veterinary Hospital, your pet’s safety and comfort come first. Our surgical team uses comprehensive pre-anesthetic screening, advanced monitoring, laser therapy, and attentive recovery care for every procedure, from routine spays and neuters to minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
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Whether your pet needs a routine spay or neuter or a more complex soft tissue procedure, our surgical team follows rigorous safety protocols at every step. We use the same level of anesthetic monitoring found in human hospitals, and we prioritize pain management so your pet recovers comfortably.
Surgical Procedures We Offer
- Spays and neuters, including laparoscopic spays
- Mass and tumor removal and biopsies
- Abdominal and exploratory surgery, including foreign body removal
- Bladder stone removal
- Wound repair and laceration closure
- Stenotic nares surgery and airway procedures for brachycephalic breeds
- Minimally invasive endoscopy and laparoscopic surgery
- Dental extractions as part of professional dental care
Steps in Our Surgical Procedures
Pre-surgical exam: A comprehensive physical exam is performed and your pet’s medical record is thoroughly reviewed so any risks or complications are addressed before anesthesia.
Pre-anesthetic bloodwork: All pets receive pre-anesthetic blood testing in our in-house laboratory to confirm they can safely process anesthetic agents. These tests can reveal hidden conditions, and we tailor each patient’s anesthetic protocol accordingly. Our in-house coagulation panels add another layer of safety.
IV catheter placement: An IV catheter delivers fluids during and after surgery and allows short-acting anesthetics for placement of an endotracheal tube, which protects the airway and lungs and delivers isoflurane or sevoflurane gas to maintain a safe plane of anesthesia.
Anesthesia monitoring: Every patient is closely monitored at all times by a highly trained technician. We track heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, CO2 levels with capnography, continuous ECG, body temperature, and depth of anesthesia throughout surgery and recovery. Each pet rests on a HotDog body warming unit, the same type of equipment used in human surgery.
Recovery: After surgery, your pet moves to recovery, where our staff continues monitoring vital signs. Your doctor or surgical technician will call you with a progress report. Most patients go home the same day, while others recover in our hospital ward.
Laser therapy: Laser therapy is applied to the incision site after most surgeries to decrease inflammation, reduce pain, and accelerate healing.
Post-op pain medication: When your pet goes home, pain medication from our pharmacy is provided if needed, along with instructions for home care, medications, and what to watch for. If suture removal or a recheck is needed, your pet will return in 7 to 14 days.
Preparing for Surgery
Our team will give you specific instructions before your pet’s procedure, including when to withhold food. Keeping your pet current on wellness care helps ensure they are healthy and ready for anesthesia.
Pet Surgery FAQs
How do you keep my pet safe under anesthesia?
Every patient receives a pre-surgical exam and bloodwork, an IV catheter with fluids, an endotracheal tube, and continuous monitoring of vital signs by a trained technician, plus active body warming.
Will my pet go home the same day?
Most patients are released the same day. Your veterinarian will determine the right time based on your pet’s recovery.
Should I withhold food before surgery?
Yes. Our team will give you specific fasting instructions before your pet’s procedure.
Is pre-anesthetic bloodwork required?
Yes. All pets receive pre-anesthetic blood testing to ensure they can safely undergo anesthesia.
How will my pet’s pain be managed?
We use pain medications before, during, and after surgery, apply laser therapy to most incisions, and send home pain medication when needed.
When will my pet’s stitches be removed?
If suture removal or a recheck is needed, your pet will be scheduled to return in 7 to 14 days.
Do you offer laparoscopic spays?
Yes. Laparoscopic spays use small incisions and typically result in less pain and a faster recovery.
Schedule a Surgical Consultation
Have questions about an upcoming procedure? Call (903) 617-6072 to speak with our team or schedule a consultation.