Advanced Veterinary Surgery

in Kalispell, MT

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an Appointment

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At Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists, we believe surgery cannot begin until the surgical team and the pet owner have an understanding. From expectations to financial considerations, our team wants to be sure that everyone is on the same page about the procedure before anyone even touches a scalpel. 


Our mission is not only to offer the best possible surgical care, but to help you feel confident that it's the right path forward for your pet. During your consultation, our veterinary team will answer every question to ensure you fully understand your pet's condition and the options available to you.

Board-Certified Surgical Veterinary Team


Surgery is our specialty. Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists is home to some of the most experienced board-certified small animal surgeons in Montana. With them comes extensive combined experience to manage even the most complex and challenging cases.

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Collaborative Care


We work closely with our internal medicine and oncology teams to provide the highest level of coordinated care for you and your pet. We partner with your family veterinarian before your pet's procedure, to ensure expectations are clear, and after surgery, to support the best possible outcome.

Our Surgical DVMs

Advanced Equipment for Exceptional Care

When it comes to surgical equipment, we only work with the best. Because of this, we’ve brought you one of the highest levels of surgical care available in the region with tools like:

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Diagnostic Equipment

Our diagnostic equipment, including CT scans, fluoroscopy, and ultrasound, helps us to accurately diagnose and precisely treat our patients.


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Surgical Implants

Our surgical implants are the highest grade available, paired with state-of-the-art surgical equipment.

Overnight Post-Operative Care


After major surgery, 24-hour doctor supervision is critical. Round-the-clock monitoring helps us keep your pet as comfortable as possible while allowing us to catch post-surgical complications early, including bleeding, swelling, or bandage issues.


Our dedicated team of doctors and trained technicians provides attentive care for every post-operative patient. If your pet requires overnight care, you can speak with a member of our Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists team at any time for an update.

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Surgical Procedures Available at Swiftcurrent

At Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists, we offer a wide range of surgical treatment options to meet your pet's needs. Our experienced veterinary team can perform many common procedures:

  • Bone and Joint Surgery
  • Cruciate Ligament Repair, including Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)
  • Patella (Kneecap) Luxation Repair
  • Complex Fracture Repair
  • Correction of Skeletal Deformities
  • External Skeletal Fixation
  • Treatment of Hip Dysplasia
  • Treatment of Elbow Dysplasia, including Canine Unicompartment Elbow (CUE)
  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder Surgery
  • Neurosurgery
  • Oncologic Surgery (Cancer Surgery)
  • Reconstructive Skin and Wound Surgery
  • Minimally-Invasive Procedures—Arthroscopy, Cystoscopy, Laparoscopy, and Fluoroscopic-Guided Surgery

How to Make a

Surgical Appointment

At Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists, our veterinary team treats patients referred to us by their family veterinarians for advanced surgical care. If your pet is in need of a surgical procedure, please reach out to us at (406) 300-4998.

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