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Originally Posted by ladyjane  I guess I am very confused. Operating on soft tissue on a ferret is so different from doing ortho surgery. I know what board certified means as well .. and I am very surprised that you seem to have a low opinion of surgeons who strive to have this distinction. I agree with you that some vets are proficient even if they are not boarded; but to eliminate a boarded surgeon just because he/she is boarded seems odd to me. I think you did say he will examine her first? I hope so and that a torn CCL is ruled out prior to the surgery. |
I don't have a low opinion of board-certified surgeons at all. I am more concerned about experience and the number of surgeries performed, as well as success and reputation. Yes, he will examine her before the surgery and rule out a torn CCL. I will be there for the examination.