The Orthopedic Surgery Service at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center is made up of world-renowned surgeons who employ the best treatments and technologies to serve patients through the Hospital’s Trauma, Revision, and Joint Replacement Centers. Our orthopedic care is rooted in six distinctive areas: advanced diagnostic imaging, surgery, revision, emergency, in-hospital care, and rehabilitation. Surgeries and procedures related to joint replacement include:

  • Total Hip Replacement—both cemented, cementless, and custom: For treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) due to hip dysplasia or other causes.
  • Total Knee Replacement: For treatment of severe osteoarthritis of the knee.
  • Total Elbow Replacement: For treatment of elbow osteoarthritis non-responsive to more conventional therapies.
  • Total Ankle Replacement: Offered as an alternative to joint fusion in cases of
    severe OA.
Joint Replacement