At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, our Surgery Service is built around advanced medical expertise, meticulous planning, and compassionate patient care. We understand that surgery can be a stressful experience for both pets and their families, which is why our team prioritizes clear communication, transparency, and collaboration at every stage of treatment. From the moment your pet is first evaluated through the post-operative recovery, our focus remains on safety, comfort, and achieving the best possible outcome.

The Mount Laurel Animal Hospital surgical team provides comprehensive care for orthopedic, soft tissue, oncologic, and neurologic conditions. Each case is approached individually, with careful attention to diagnostic findings, underlying medical conditions, and your pet’s overall quality of life. Our experienced surgical technicians, anesthesia team, and nursing staff play a critical role in supporting patients before, during, and after surgery, ensuring consistent monitoring and pain management throughout hospitalization and at home.

Advanced Surgical Expertise

Our Surgery Service is led by a highly trained team with diverse and complementary surgical backgrounds. Board-certified surgeons Dr. Kate Morris and Dr. Mary Dell Deweese bring extensive experience managing complex surgical cases and evaluating advanced treatment options. Board certification represents the highest level of surgical training in veterinary medicine and reflects years of additional education, rigorous testing, and ongoing professional development.

In addition to our board-certified surgeons are residency-trained surgeons Dr. Katie Heidgerd and Dr. Brooke Fourthman. Their advanced postgraduate training allows them to perform a wide range of orthopedic and soft tissue procedures while collaborating closely with our specialists. This layered expertise ensures that every patient benefits from comprehensive surgical planning and expert oversight.

Surgical Appointments, Referrals & Emergency Availability

The Mount Laurel Animal Hospital Surgery Service offers scheduled surgical consultations and procedures Monday through Friday. We welcome referrals from primary care veterinarians throughout South Jersey and maintain open communication before and after procedures to support continuity of care.

Consultations are also available by phone for clients who would like to speak with a surgeon and hear more about the surgical process without making the drive for an in-person appointment. This also improves our ability to include primary care veterinarians in the discussion, diagnostics, and decision-making process.

Emergency surgical services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our surgical, emergency, and critical care teams work side by side to rapidly evaluate urgent cases, stabilize patients, and initiate surgical intervention when time is critical.

Advanced Diagnostics & Surgical Planning

Our hospital is equipped with advanced on-site diagnostic technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These tools allow our surgeons to evaluate complex conditions, plan precise surgical approaches, and minimize delays in treatment.

We Proudly Offer the Following Veterinary Surgery Services:

Soft Tissue Surgery

• Cardiothoracic Procedures
• Gastrointestinal Procedures
• Urogenital Procedures
• Head/Neck Procedures
• Wound Care/Closure
• Hepatobiliary Surgery
• Oncologic Surgery

Minimally Invasive Surgery

• Arthroscopy
• Laparoscopy
• Thoracoscopy

Orthopedic Surgery

• Lameness evaluation
• ACL repair (TPLO, Lateral Suture)
• Patellar luxation repair
• Fracture repair

Neurosurgery

• Intervertebral Disc Disease

Collaboration Across Specialty Departments

Our surgeons work closely with Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neurology, Critical Care, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Diagnostic Imaging, and Emergency Services to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care. For patients who require additional support after surgery, our on-site Rehabilitation and Pain Management team works alongside our specialists to guide recovery, improve mobility, and optimize long-term outcomes.

Serving Pets Across South Jersey

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital proudly serves Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Marlton, Medford, Voorhees, Burlington County, and surrounding South Jersey communities.

Compassionate Communication & Ongoing Support

Clear explanations, regular updates, and detailed discharge instructions help families feel informed and supported throughout the surgical process and recovery.