Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery plays a crucial role in restoring mobility and improving the quality of life for pets suffering from joint, bone, or ligament injuries. Dr. Goldbach and Dr. Jordan are highly skilled veterinarians specializing in a range of orthopedic procedures designed to alleviate pain and enhance movement. From repairing torn ligaments to correcting bone fractures, their expertise ensures that pets receive the highest standard of care. Whether a pet is dealing with a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear, hip dysplasia, or a luxating patella, timely surgical intervention can make a significant difference in their recovery and long-term comfort.

Dr. Goldbach and Dr. Jordan perform advanced procedures such as tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) and lateral suture stabilization for CCL injuries, fracture repair using bone plates and pins, and corrective surgeries for congenital orthopedic conditions. Their approach combines precision surgical techniques with post-operative rehabilitation plans to ensure optimal healing and pain management. By entrusting your pet’s orthopedic needs to their capable hands, you can be confident that they will receive compassionate, expert care that helps them return to an active and healthy life.

Click here for more information on Dr. Jordan and the orthopedic options that we offer at our location. Please feel free to call us with any questions that you may have about surgery or to request a consultation with Dr. Jordan. You may also fill out our surgical form by clicking here , and one of our Friendly Voices will be contacting you as soon as possible.

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)

A torn CCL results in painful instability of the knee joint. The Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) method of treating a torn CCL alters the geometry of the knee joint to make the joint stable. It involves making a cut in the tibia or shin bone and plating the bone in place. Once the bone is healed, the repair is permanent. Most dogs return to weight-bearing on the affected leg soon after surgery, but their activity needs to be partially restricted for six to eight weeks while the bone heals in place. It is a highly effective procedure and is the preferred procedure for most dogs weighing over twenty pounds.

Extracapsular (Lateral Suture) Repair

Extracapsular, or lateral suture, refers to a repair that is performed alongside the knee joint. After the knee joint has been inspected and damaged tissue cleaned up, a strong suture is placed on the outside of the joint that runs in the same direction as the original CCL. This suture provides stability in a very similar way to the CCL before it was torn. Although this method of repair can be performed on any dog, it tends to be best for dogs under 20 pounds. A period of restricted activity is required after this surgery.

Dr. Jordan also has experience with many other orthopedic procedures including:

  • Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL)
  • Fracture repair
  • Meniscal (cartilage) repair
  • FHO/TPO/DPO procedures for hip joints

Click here for more information on Dr. Jordan and the orthopedic options available. To request a surgical consultation or referral for a pet, call us at (910) 572-3781.