Welcome To Santa Ynez Pet Hospital
Our practice provides several advanced surgical procedures, including certain stifle (knee) and hip surgeries, internal fracture fixation, laparoscopy, total ear canal ablation with lateral bulla osteotomy, and others which are commonly referred to specialty facilities. We want to be clear that our veterinarians are not board-certified surgeons, and we do not present ourselves as specialists.
We strongly believe in transparency, education, and client choice. When appropriate—and especially when financially and logistically feasible—we recommend consultation or treatment with a board-certified veterinary surgeon for complex cases.
At the same time, with thoughtful case selection and experience, we have successfully performed many advanced procedures and helped many pets recover and thrive. Our goal is always to act in the best interest of each patient while ensuring owners are fully informed of all available options. Thank you for entrusting us with your pet’s care.
Laparoscopic Surgery
We are the only general practice in Santa Barbara County that offers Laparoscopic OVariEctomies (ie. “LOVE” Spays), as well as laparoscopic gastropexies and exploratory surgeries. Dr. Sarkisian holds special certifications of training in these minimally invasive surgerical techniques. These surgeries allow for minimal invasion of the abdomen with only a small camera and 1-2 instruments, allowing for quick outpatient procedures with a short and relatively painless recovery.
Knee Surgery
Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) injuries are common in our active patients and are often accompanied by meniscal tears. Fortunately, our experienced doctors are trained in advanced orthopedic procedures like the TPLO, designed to relieve pain and mechanical stress caused by damage to these internal structures of the knee.
