Our board-certified equine surgeons, Dr. Jose Casillas and Dr. Jim Lillich, together bring over 40 years of veterinary experience. The majority of our equine surgeries are performed in our 800-square-foot surgical suite under inhalant, ventilated gas anesthesia while being monitored by a dedicated licensed veterinary technician anesthetist. Our surgeons are supported by a team of surgery techs and assistants utilizing top-of-the-line equipment and surgical supplies. Their expertise combined with the support of our strong team of anesthetists puts our surgery department above the rest.
Their areas of expertise include but are not limited to:
Soft Tissue: Colic, Hernia Repairs, Cryptorchid castrations, Airway Procedures, Wound Management and reconstructive surgery, Mass removals, Tendon and ligament procedures, Neurectomies, and Ophthalmic procedures.
Orthopedic: Arthroscopy, Splint bone Fractures, Kissing Spine, Angular Limb Correction, and Sequestrum debridement.
As well as: Procedures for hooves & feet and Sinus & dental operations.