Orthopaedics

You always have the option of referral to an orthopaedic specialist. Dr Chris Smit is a GP vet with an interest in surgery. She has undergone further training in some procedures so we can offer these at a lower cost than referral. But we must be very clear that the best outcomes are found in the hands of the specialists.

Amputations

Amputation is the removal of a limb. This is usually a palliative procedure to remove the source of pain associated with cancer. Occasionally amputations are performed when repair of a limb fracture is not feasible for the pet's owners for financial or practical reasons.

Amputation <12kg

$1400-2200

Amputation 12kg to <30kg

$1700-2500

Amputation 30kg +

$1500-2800

Extracapsular cruciate ligament stabilisation

Not recommended for dogs over 12-15kg although occasionally special circumstances may apply. Includes induction course of Cartrophen.

Extracapsular Repair

$2500-3300 by size of dog & take home medications required

Extracapsular repair plus trochlear recession (wedge or block)

To also address medial patella luxation in specific cases. $2500-3500

Luxating Patella Stabilisation

Xrays are required prior to booking this procedure as if there is any spiral deformity to the limb bones then referral will be required. Follow up xrays are needed around 8 weeks postop to ensure the tibial osteotomy has healed (approx $400)

Luxating Patella Stabilisation

$2500-3500 Includes wedge or block trochlear recession, tibial tuberosity transposition and joint imbrication. Also includes induction course of Cartrophen.

TPLO

We are currently set up for TPLO in dogs ranging approximately 20 to 40kg. Xrays are required prior to booking this procedure to allow surgical planning by Dr Chris or your specialist of choice.

TPLO

$5000-5500 Follow up xrays will be needed about 8 weeks postop to ensure that the osteotomy has healed (approx $400)

Fracture repair

We are set up to perform some fracture repairs. These will need to be discussed on a case by case basis with your veterinarian

Fracture repairs

We have a small range of plating and external fixation repair equipment. These cases will need to be discussed on an individual basis with your veterinarian.