Thanks again to everyone for the encouraging words. I've just gotten off the phone with the orthpedic specialist and she is scheduled for an appt with x-ray tomorrow at 10am. I am praying that the specialists says surgery is not needed, however, my vet is very good about crossing his t's and dotting his i's, so I believe he is true in what he says... I'm just hoping that maybe he's wrong this time. To Yorkiemalt ~ thank you, thank you, thank you. I have taken note of the questions to ask and GREATLY appreciate you taking the time to give me a check list. My mind has been flooded with all sorts of info the last 24 hours so coming up with questions was very overwhelming for me. Her appointment is with Affiliated Veterinary Specialists - below is the profile of Dr. Drygas. It does not say he's board certified, however, the cheif doctor at this practice is, so that eases my mind. Below is his profile : Kevin A. Drygas, D.V.M. Surgery Resident/Staff Veterinarian
After receiving his bachelor and veterinary medicine degree from the University of Florida Dr. Drygas completed a one year internship at Alameda East Animal Hospital in Denver Colorodo where he focused on surgery, emergency medicine and radiology. Currently Dr. Drygas is in his last year of his surgical residency program. His special interests include complex orthopedic diseases, soft tissue wound reconstruction and surgical oncology. Dr. Drygas is published in the areas of canine cruciate disease and canine limb replacement and enjoys both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery.
Our Doctors have not only received a degree in veterinary medicine but also have completed four to five additional years of speciality training. This additional training includes an internship for one to two years and then a three year residency program specializing in surgery. After finishing their residency, our doctors also continue their training with multiple yearly continuing education seminars. This advanced training allows our doctors to offer their patients, owners, and family veterinarians the latest in specialized surgery.
I will keep you updated on tomorrows visit.