Dog & Cat Surgery In Brooklyn, NY
Comprehensive Surgical Care Delivered by Board-Certified Surgeons and Anesthesiologists

At VERG Brooklyn, surgery is never just another procedure. It is often a defining moment in a pet’s health and long-term quality of life. Our surgical service is led by board-certified veterinary surgeons and anesthesiologists who manage cases ranging from high-risk “routine” procedures to complex, life-saving emergencies, including advanced orthopedic and minimally invasive surgical cases.

Every patient is approached with careful planning, advanced monitoring, and an emphasis on safety, comfort, and outcomes. Our team routinely performs complex orthopedic procedures and minimally invasive techniques such as arthroscopy and laparoscopy, allowing for precise intervention, reduced tissue trauma, and faster recovery when appropriate.

Our goal is straightforward: to restore function, relieve pain, and return pets to the best quality of life possible.

If your dog or cat requires surgical care, please contact VERG Brooklyn at (718) 522-9400 or email the surgery department at surgerydept@verg-brooklyn.com to schedule a consultation with our surgery team.

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Safety Above All: Board-Certified Surgery & Anesthesia for Pets

Dr. Mangalat and Dr. Morgan operating on two pets

Your pet’s safety is our highest priority. At our Brooklyn hospital, surgical procedures are performed by board-certified veterinary surgeons with the dedicated support of two full-time, board-certified veterinary anesthesiologists, a level of anesthesiology coverage that is uncommon even among large specialty referral centers.

VERG Brooklyn is widely recognized for providing exceptional anesthetic care and for managing high-risk anesthetic cases, including patients with significant systemic disease, airway compromise, or complex surgical needs. Our anesthesiology team works closely with surgeons and highly trained surgical nurses, using advanced anesthetic and physiologic monitoring throughout every procedure.

Comprehensive, multimodal pain management protocols are implemented before, during, and after surgery to minimize discomfort and support a smooth recovery. With specialty-trained clinicians involved at every stage of care, you can be confident that your pet is in capable, experienced hands.

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Soft Tissue Surgery for Dogs & Cats

Our surgery service provides comprehensive soft tissue surgical care for both routine and complex conditions. Cases are evaluated and managed by board-certified veterinary surgeons, with careful attention to surgical planning, anesthetic risk, and postoperative recovery. Procedures performed include, but are not limited to:

  • Mass Excision

    Removal of benign or malignant tumors with appropriate surgical margins when indicated

  • Biopsies

    Incisional and excisional tissue sampling to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

  • Brachycephalic Airway Surgery

    Surgical correction of upper airway abnormalities to improve airflow and breathing in brachycephalic breeds

  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

    Foreign body removal, gastrotomy and enterotomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, and management of perforations, obstructions, and septic peritonitis

  • Cystotomy and Urethral Surgery

    Surgical management of cystolithiasis, urethral obstruction, and select lower urinary tract conditions

  • Extrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Surgery

    Surgical attenuation of abnormal vascular shunts to restore normal hepatic blood flow

  • Splenectomy & Liver Lobectomy

    Surgical management of splenic and hepatic disease, including mass removal, biopsy, and hemostatic control

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

    Minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopic spay, gastropexy, cryptorchidectomy, and biopsy when appropriate

  • Limb Amputation

    Performed when necessary to relieve pain, control infection or neoplasia, or preserve overall quality of life

  • Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA)

    Definitive surgical treatment for chronic, end-stage otitis and severe ear canal disease

  • Thoracic Surgery

    Advanced procedures including lung lobectomy, thoracic mass removal, treatment of pyothorax, and management of penetrating thoracic injuries

  • Hernia Repair

    Correction of umbilical, inguinal, perineal, and diaphragmatic hernias

  • Wound Reconstruction and Skin Grafting

    Management of complex wounds using advanced closure techniques, flaps, and grafts

  • Head and Neck Surgery

    Management of salivary mucocele, oral masses, and selected pharyngeal conditions

  • Endocrine Surgery

    Surgical management of thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal disease, including select functional and nonfunctional tumors

  • Exploratory Surgery and Emergency Abdominal Procedures

    Evaluation and treatment of acute abdominal disease, hemorrhage, and traumatic injury

Orthopedic Surgery for Cats & Dogs

Orthopedic disease and injury can significantly affect mobility, comfort, and quality of life. Our orthopedic surgery service provides advanced surgical management of both routine and complex musculoskeletal conditions. Cases are evaluated and treated by board-certified veterinary surgeons with extensive experience in fracture repair, joint reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques.

Procedures performed include, but are not limited to:

  • Fracture Repair and Stabilization

    Management of simple and complex fractures using modern internal fixation techniques, including titanium locking plate systems, screws, pins, wires, and external skeletal fixation when indicated

  • Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease

    Surgical stabilization of the stifle, including TPLO, TTA, and revision surgery for failed prior repairs

  • Arthroscopy

    Minimally invasive evaluation and treatment of shoulder, elbow, stifle, and other joint pathology, including OCD, meniscal injury, cartilage disease, and elbow dysplasia

  • Hip Surgery

    Management of hip luxation and hip dysplasia, including femoral head ostectomy (FHO) and other reconstructive procedures when appropriate

  • Patellar Luxation Repair

    Surgical correction of medial and lateral patellar luxation using alignment and stabilization techniques tailored to the individual patient

  • Elbow Dysplasia Surgery

    Management of fragmented coronoid process, OCD lesions, and other developmental elbow disease using arthroscopic and open techniques

  • Shoulder Surgery

    Treatment of shoulder instability, biceps tendon pathology, OCD, and other causes of forelimb lameness

  • Tendon and Ligament Repair

    Surgical management of traumatic or degenerative injuries involving tendons, ligaments, and musculotendinous units

  • Angular Limb Deformity Correction

    Corrective osteotomies for congenital or developmental limb deformities

  • Osteotomy and Limb Realignment Procedures

    Corrective bone cutting procedures to restore alignment, improve joint mechanics, and reduce pain

  • Arthrodesis Procedures

    Surgical fusion of selected joints to relieve pain and restore function when joint preservation is no longer possible

  • Revision and Salvage Orthopedic Surgery

    Management of failed implants, nonunions, malunions, chronic instability, and complex orthopedic complications

  • Management of Osteoarthritis and End-Stage Joint Disease

    Surgical and interventional options aimed at improving comfort, function, and long-term mobility

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Helping Pets Heal

two small dogs wearing protective collars after surgery

At VERG Brooklyn, our focus is delivering the highest level of surgical care available. Every case is led by board-certified specialists, supported by dedicated anesthesiologists, experienced surgical nurses, and advanced monitoring and pain management. We do not take shortcuts, and we do not compromise on safety, technique, or outcomes.

Because we are a specialist-led, independent hospital, we are able to deliver this level of care efficiently and thoughtfully. By prioritizing what is medically necessary and avoiding unnecessary layers of overhead, we often provide advanced surgical care at a lower overall cost than larger corporate hospitals that may not offer the same level of specialist involvement.

Our value lies in quality. Pet caregivers and referring veterinarians choose VERG Brooklyn not because care is reduced, but because it is focused, disciplined, and led by experts at every step.

If your pet needs advanced specialist-led surgery, contact us to schedule a consultation.