We offer orthopaedic & spinal surgery at competitive prices
Free quotes & teleconsults, price protection & price guarantee
Call Dr Chris on 0414 551 830
We offer orthopaedic & spinal surgery at competitive prices
Free quotes & teleconsults, price protection & price guarantee
Call Dr Chris 0414 551 830
About Us
We are a boutique business offering orthopaedic and spinal surgery at competitive prices. It is important for all owners to be aware that many general practices offer advanced surgery and may be able to beat our prices, however you are not having a registered specialist small animal surgeon working on your pet. Our surgeon is highly experienced and qualified having become a specialist in both Australia and in the United States in 2000. Dr Chris is the most highly qualified small animal joint surgeon in Australasia and one of only 20 specialists to be recognised as a Founding Fellow in Joint Replacement Surgery by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
We offer no charge teleconsults where clients can discuss their pets case directly with a specialist, either over the phone or via video conference (eg. zoom, skype, teams), to provide advice and pricing.
We can perform day surgery as well as accommodate overnight postoperative patient supervision in our full-service hospital, located 30 minutes south-east of the CBD, in Narre Warren.
About Us
We are a boutique business offering orthopaedic surgery at competitive prices in Melbourne for both dogs and cats. Our surgeon is highly experienced and qualified having become a specialist in both Australia and America in 2000. Dr Chris is the most highly qualified joint surgeon for dogs in Australasia and one of only 20 to be recognised as a founding fellow in joint replacement surgery Worldwide.
We offer no charge teleconsults where clients can discuss their pet’s case directly with a specialist, either over the phone or via video conference (eg. zoom, skype, teams), to provide advice and discuss costs.
We can perform day surgery as well as accommodate overnight postoperative patient supervision in our full-service hospital, located 30 minutes south-east of the CBD, in Narre Warren.
Our Most Common Services
Our Most Common Services
Lameness assessment: orthopaedic examination
Review of treatment options with expert
Arthritis management with corrective surgery
Diagnostic Imaging: x-rays / CT
Triage of trauma patients: stabilisation
After hours availability for emergency surgery
Neurosurgery for IVDD in dogs
Minimally-invasive arthroscopic keyhole surgery
Cruciate ligament surgery / TPLO
Grade II-III medial patellar luxation (MPL)
Total Hip Replacement / THR
Deformity correction and Joint fusions
Open fracture repair with orthopaedic implants
Bone cancer diagnosis and management
Our Business Philosophy
Melbourne Veterinary Orthopaedics is committed to providing specialist small animal orthopaedic and spinal surgery at a competitive price. This does not mean we can beat general practice pricing where they do not have anaesthesia ventilators, oxygen cages, CT scanners, sterilisers from human hospitals, fluoroscopy, arthroscopy … but we do guarantee you will not find another specialist quote lower than what we offer.
Our prices are transparent. You do not need an appointment at MVO to get pricing. In the vast majority of cases, we can provide immediate pricing by simply uploading your pet’s medical record and x-rays.
Call Dr Chris on 0414 551 830
Case study
Reason for presentation: Spinal pain (severe)
History from owner: “2 weeks ago started trembling over whole body. Yelped when picked up. Worse after walking around, though would wake up in the night trembling and unsettled. Off his food. Hunched appearance. Throughout the last 2 weeks he has still been anticipating pain, yelping expectantly. Walking really tentatively. Very hunched and walking slowly. Not cocking his leg appropriately. 2 years ago similar event happened but he recovered.”
Diagnostic imaging: Contrast spinal imgaing (lumbar myelogram)
Pet Owner Testimonial
Life-Saving Surgery for My Chihuahua!
“I can’t express how grateful I am for Dr. Chris and the incredible work he did on my Chihuahua’s IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease). After visiting several vets, who only offered medications and countless expensive consultations without a real solution, I was referred to Dr. Chris by a friend who had a great experience with him.
Not only did Dr. Chris provide a clear and compassionate approach to our situation, but the surgery was also very affordable, which was such a relief during a challenging time.
The surgery was a success, and I was amazed at how quickly my little guy started to recover. Dr. Chris truly has a gift for animal care and surgery. Thanks to him, my Chihuahua is back to his happy, active self.
I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Chris to anyone facing similar challenges with their furry friends. He is not just a skilled surgeon but also a compassionate practitioner who cares deeply for his patients.
Thank you, Dr. Chris, for giving my dog a second chance at life!”
Specialist Surgeon Testimonial
Dr Eugene Buffa
Specialist small animal surgeon
Founder, Owner & Director of The Pet Specialists Sydney
We engaged Chris Preston in 2024 to assist us with relaunching our Total Hip Replacement service after a break of a few years. Chris has performed many hundreds of these procedures.
Yours Faithfully
Eugene Buffa
Specialist Small Animal Surgeon N7231
