What was once considered a specialty tool is rapidly becoming an essential part of modern veterinary surgery. Advances in VetScalpel technology, user-friendly protocols, and improved clinical efficiency are helping more…
A newly published retrospective study in Veterinary Dermatology evaluated whether laser ablation could be a practical alternative for difficult, treatment-resistant DANP cases.
In today’s evolving veterinary landscape, innovative treatment methods are essential for addressing longstanding health issues in our beloved pets. Dr. Boaz Man, a dedicated veterinarian and early adopter of vetscalpel…
By Drs. Jason B. Pieper and Amelia G. White| March 2025
In the journal Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, Drs. Jason B. Pieper and Amelia G. White explore how laser technology is reshaping dermatologic and otological procedures in veterinary…
The 2023 article, "Use of surgical lasers in small animal dermatology," by Dr. Jason Pieper in BVA's InPractice journal, covers the basics of diode and carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers and…
By Ziemowit Kudła, DVM, VAT; Poland, Med-Wet, and Anna Nikolajdu-Kudła, DVM| February 2020
At our clinic, surgical repair of the elongated soft palate (staphylectomy) is performed utilizing a CO2 laser. This allows for palatal muscle resection and simultaneous muscle thinning without the need…
A three-year-old, 4.7-kg, male Nile water monitor lizard presented for decreased appetite of one week, no fecal production for five days, and lethargy.
By William E. Schultz, DVM For The Education Center Originally Published In Veterinary Practice News, October 2019 – Download as a PDF Overly aggressive licking of a puppy’s sheath by…
Due to high vascularity, good visualization during a surgical procedure can be difficult. The CO2 laser provides very good and safe hemostasis during this type of procedure. Combined with other…
In my practice, I’m often asked by clients if I might get multiple things done in a single procedure. In patients like Winston, who presented for neuter, the opportunity to…
Surgical laser is a good addition to our busy practice. The best of all is your local representative, who is a great help to learn the proper use of laser. This has provided us a good opportunity to learn quick and use the equipment every day.
Nasir Shah, DVM
Lincoln Highway Veterinary Clinic, Lancaster, PA
We use the laser every day that we do surgery, and have had about 80% client compliance. The laser has many uses, and is a lot of fun.