Service
Surgery
Surgical care ranging from routine procedures to advanced cases, including on-site specialty surgery.
Where Exceptional Medicine Meets Genuine Compassion
Advanced Surgical Care, Planned With Precision
Surgery is never something pet owners take lightly, and neither do we. Whether a procedure is routine or complex, the outcome depends on careful planning, experience, and technical precision.
At Upleash, surgical care is built on a foundation of advanced diagnostics, detailed imaging, and on-site specialty surgical expertise. This allows us to offer a level of surgical care that is uncommon in the region, without sending families far from home.
The upleash approach
Board-Certified Surgical Expertise, On Site
Complex surgical cases benefit from specialized training and experience. At Upleash, advanced procedures are performed by a board-certified veterinary surgeon who is on site once a month to evaluate cases, perform surgery, and guide post-operative care.
Board certification represents years of advanced training focused exclusively on surgery, including:
- Complex soft tissue procedures
- Advanced orthopedic surgery
- Complication management
- Surgical decision-making in challenging cases
Having this expertise available locally allows pets to receive specialty-level surgical care while maintaining continuity with the rest of their medical team.
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic conditions can significantly affect a pet’s comfort, mobility, and quality of life. We offer advanced orthopedic procedures designed to restore function and reduce pain.
Orthopedic services include:
- TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) for cranial cruciate ligament disease
- Fracture repair
- Joint stabilization procedures
- Surgical management of complex lameness
Procedures like TPLO require precise planning, specialized instrumentation, and surgical experience. Advanced imaging and careful pre-operative assessment allow us to tailor each surgery to the individual patient for the best possible outcome.
Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery encompasses a wide range of procedures involving the chest, abdomen, and other vital structures. Many of these cases require advanced surgical skill and careful intraoperative decision-making.
Advanced soft tissue procedures may include:
- Tumor and mass removal
- Abdominal surgery
- Thoracic surgery
- Complex wound reconstruction
- Management of complicated surgical conditions
When surgery involves critical structures or complex disease, having a board-certified surgeon involved helps reduce risk and improves surgical confidence.
Surgery Begins Long Before the Operating Room
Successful surgery starts well before the procedure itself. Every surgical case is approached with careful preparation, which may include:
- Advanced imaging such as CT or ultrasound
- Detailed pre-operative planning
- Collaboration across services, including cardiology or oncology when needed
This integrated approach allows us to anticipate challenges, minimize complications, and make informed decisions before surgery even begins.
Routine Surgical Procedures
In addition to advanced surgical cases, we also perform a range of routine surgical procedures as part of comprehensive primary care.
These may include:
- Spay and neuter procedures
- Mass removals
- Wound repair
- Other common soft tissue surgeries
Even for routine procedures, we apply the same principles that guide all of our surgical care — careful planning, appropriate diagnostics, modern anesthesia, and attentive post-operative support.
Anesthesia, Monitoring, and Safety
Your pet’s safety is our highest priority. Surgical procedures at Upleash are supported by:
- modern anesthesia protocols
- continuous patient monitoring
- trained veterinary support staff
- individualized pain management plans
We take time to evaluate each pet’s medical status and tailor anesthesia and recovery plans accordingly, especially for those with underlying conditions.
Recovery, Follow-Up, and Continuity of Care
Surgical care doesn’t end when the procedure is over. Post-operative management is a critical part of recovery and long-term success.
We provide:
- clear discharge instructions
- pain management and rehabilitation guidance
- follow-up visits to monitor healing and progress
- communication with your primary care veterinarian when appropriate
Our goal is not just a successful surgery, but a smooth recovery and a confident path forward.
Meet Our Skilled Team
Our team provides thoughtful, relationship-first care, combining advanced medical expertise with genuine compassion for every pet and family.
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When Is Surgery the Right Next Step?
Surgery may be recommended when:
- Medical management alone isn’t enough
- Structural problems are causing pain or dysfunction
- Cancer or masses require removal
- Advanced orthopedic disease limits mobility
If surgery is being considered, we’ll take the time to explain why it’s recommended, what alternatives exist, and what outcomes you can realistically expect.
Expert Care for your pet
Advanced Surgical Care, Close to Home
By combining board-certified surgical expertise with advanced diagnostics, imaging, and coordinated medical care, we’re able to offer specialty-level surgery right here in Sioux Falls.
If you have questions about a surgical condition or would like to discuss whether surgery is appropriate for your pet, our team is here to help guide the next steps.
