Our skilled veterinary surgeons are dedicated to providing advanced surgical care for pets in need. Led by two board-certified veterinary surgeons, Dr. Steven Fernandez and Dr. James T. Winkler, our team combines expertise with a state-of-the-art facility to offer a wide range of surgical procedures, from routine soft tissue surgeries to complex orthopedic interventions.

Surgical Procedures We Offer:

Orthopedic Surgery:

From the most common injuries to complicated and angular limb deformities, our surgeons have the expertise and state-of-the-art equipment to care for your pet. Common procedures include:

• Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)

• Patellar Luxation Correction

• Fracture Repair

• Angular Limb Deformity (ALD) Correction

• Lateral Tightrope and traditional lateral suture

• Hip toggle repair for luxation injuries

• Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO)

• Elbow dysplasia surgeries

• Developmental joint surface surgery (Osteochondrosis)

• Musculoskeletal & joint disease

Minimally Invasive Procedures:

Whenever possible, we have the ability to diagnose and operate using minimally invasive techniques. These techniques keep your pet more comfortable than some traditional approaches, and often lead to a quicker recovery with less pain. Common minimally invasive techniques include:

Arthroscopy for conditions involving joints (diagnosis and treatment)

Fluoroscopy for minimally invasive fracture repair

Soft-Tissue Surgery:

Whether your pet comes to us for treatment of cancer, reconstructive procedures following trauma, or an emergency, take comfort knowing that our surgeons are trained in every aspect of soft tissue surgery. Common procedures include:

• Gastrointestinal Surgery

• Airway Surgery

• Thoracic Surgery

• Urogenital surgery

• Liver and Gallbladder Surgery

• Abdominal Surgery

• Head and Neck Surgery (non-neurologic)

• Hernia Repair

• Wound management

• Mass removals

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital Mount Laurel’s surgery department sees patients 6 days a week (Monday-Saturday) and is available for direct referral of sick patients for consultation. If you would like to discuss your pet’s upcoming surgery, please call us today at (856) 429-4394.

What is a board-certified veterinary surgeon?

Board certified veterinary surgeons focus on techniques and technologies to manage complex surgical problems associated with soft tissue and orthopedic abnormalities. In addition to undergraduate training and four years of veterinary school, they complete an internship and residency in their specialized field, an additional three to five years of training. This is followed by a rigorous examination from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Passing this examination grants the status of Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgery (DACVS).

Board certified surgeons work together with primary care veterinarians, internists, oncologists, and other specialties to maintain animal health and provide post-operative follow-up care to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient.