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Luxating patella surgery for dogs in Colorado

Patellar Luxation Surgery. Used for: A kneecap that slips out of place. Also called luxating patella surgery, MPL surgery, kneecap surgery.

What it is

Corrects a kneecap that slips out of its groove. Surgeons usually combine several steps: deepening the groove, moving the tibial crest and tightening the soft tissues.

Your vet is the right person to say whether Luxating patella suits your dog. This page helps you find who offers it nearby.

Questions to ask a surgeon

  1. 1.Is the surgeon board-certified (ACVS), and will they do the surgery themselves?
  2. 2.Will the surgery happen at this clinic, or at your regular vet's with a visiting surgeon?
  3. 3.What does the estimate include: exam, X-rays, anesthesia, implants, medications and rechecks?
  4. 4.What will recovery at home look like, and do they offer rehab?

All 32 surgeons who list Luxating patella

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