Minimally Invasive Surgery in Pets
Minimally Invasive Surgery in Pets
While traditional open surgery has its place in veterinary medicine, advances are being made every day in minimally invasive surgical techniques for dogs and cats. These modern approaches typically involve smaller incisions, which can mean less pain, reduced anesthesia time, shorter hospital stays, and a more comfortable recovery for pets. In this webinar held on June 25, 2025, Dr. Daniel Spector, Service Head of Surgical Service 2 at AMC, explores the use of minimally invasive surgery in veterinary practice. He discusses the range of procedures where these techniques are applied and explains how they can improve outcomes and prognoses for pets.
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Speaker
Daniel Spector, DVM, DACVS-SA
Service Head of Surgical Service 2 at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
Dr. Spector is a Senior Veterinarian at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. He graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006 followed by a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston in 2007. He completed his surgical residency at the Animal Medical Center in 2010. After completion of his residency, Dr. Spector was a staff surgeon in the Chicago area for three years before becoming staff surgeon and medical director at a referral hospital in New York. He returned to AMC as a Senior Veterinarian in 2015. His professional focus includes soft tissue and orthopedic surgery with a focus on minimally invasive and reconstructive surgery. He enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, hiking, and running.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery at AMC
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